Nissin Foods · 3 hours ago
Brand Manager, Innovation
Gardena, CA, US
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
$115K/yr - $135K/yr
4+ years expNissin Foods is a leading company in the instant noodle industry, known for its iconic brands like Cup Noodles and Top Ramen. The Brand Manager, Innovation will assist in developing and executing innovation strategies to drive growth and lead product launches across various markets.
Food & Beverages
Responsibilities
Assist Innovation Director in developing and executing a comprehensive innovation strategy aligned with the company's business objectives to drive growth across various ramen noodle brands
Contribute insights and ideas to identify emerging trends, consumer needs, and market opportunities that inform innovation priorities
Assist in leading and managing product launches of strategic, customer-specific products/initiatives
Lead launch initiatives in other markets (Canada)
Work on improving the product presentation of key customers items such as Club, Aldi
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support the ideation, development, and launch of innovative products across different ramen noodle brands
Contribute to fostering a culture of creativity and collaboration to generate breakthrough ideas and drive continuous innovation within the organization
Assist in exploring opportunities for innovation beyond traditional ramen noodle products, including adjacent categories within the grocery store such as sauces, condiments, snacks, or ready-to-eat meals
Support the development of new product concepts, conduct market research, and assist in collaborating with internal and external partners to bring innovative offerings to market
Conduct market analysis, competitive benchmarking, and consumer research to identify unmet needs and opportunities for differentiation
Support in translating consumer insights into actionable strategies and product innovations that resonate with target audiences and drive sales growth
Assist in managing the product development process, from concept ideation and testing to commercialization and launch
Support in ensuring the timely execution of innovation projects, adhering to timelines, budgets, and quality standards
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business Administration, or related field; MBA preferred
4+ years of experience in product marketing, brand management, or innovation roles within the consumer packaged goods (CPG) industry, preferably in the food sector
Demonstrated ability to contribute to the development and launch of innovative products that drive revenue growth and market share expansion
Strong analytical skills and strategic thinking ability, with the aptitude to translate market insights into actionable business strategies
Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams
Experience working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with a focus on innovation and continuous improvement
Preferred
MBA preferred
Company
Nissin Foods
In 1958, our founder, Momofuku Ando created the world’s first instant noodles. On a trip to the U.S. in 1966, Mr.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Taku Yokoyama
President & CFO at MYOJO USA
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