Diageo

Director, Innovation

Diageo  •  United States (Onsite)  •  4 days ago
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Job Description

Job Title: Innovation Director

Level: L4

Location: New York

Reports To: Category Innovation Director

Department: Marketing

Purpose of the Role:

Lead the development and execution of the innovation strategy and pipeline for a defined category, platform, or growth space, translating consumer, customer, and market insights into scalable innovation opportunities that drive sustainable growth. The role is accountable for defining category innovation priorities, building a robust pipeline of initiatives, and leading cross-functional teams to deliver commercially successful innovation across markets. As a senior leader within the innovation function, the role shapes both business outcomes and organizational capability through strong stakeholder influence, team leadership, and innovation excellence.

Key Accountabilities

  • Lead Innovation Project Development and Delivery
  • Develop Insight-Led Innovation Concepts
  • Drive Cross-Functional Execution
  • Support Innovation Pipeline Development
  • Deliver Commercially Successful Launches

Key Competencies (3)

  • Innovation Project Leadership
  • Consumer Insight and Commercial Acumen
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration and Influence

Qualifications and Experience Required:

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Innovation, Product Development, or a related discipline.
  • Typically 5–8 years of experience in innovation, marketing, brand management, product development, or a related commercial function.
  • Experience within the beverage alcohol industry, specifically within the RTD category, preferred
  • Proven experience within the fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) industry preferred
  • Knowledge of innovation processes and methodologies, including concept development, consumer learning, Commercialization, and launch execution.
  • Proven track record of leading cross-functional projects and delivering business results.
  • Experience working with consumer insights to identify opportunities and shape innovation concepts
  • Strong project management, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage complexity, influence without authority, and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.

Worker Type :

Regular

Primary Location:

3WTC

Additional Locations :

Job Posting Start Date :

2026-08-03

Diageo

About Diageo

Diageo's official LinkedIn account. We're a global leader in premium drinks, across spirits and beer, a business built on the principles and foundations laid by the giants of the industry.

With over 200 brands sold in 180 countries, our portfolio has remarkable breadth. From centuries-old names to exciting new entrants, and global giants to local legends, we're building the very best brands out there, and with over 30,000 talented people based in over 135 countries, we're a truly global company. With such diversity, we're able to truly represent our broad consumer base and think differently about the future.

To maintain our position as leaders in the alcoholic beverage market, we always invest in the future and are mindful of the impact we have. Because just like the legends of our past, we're here to raise the bar – for people as well as the planet.

Industry
Food & Beverage
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
London, GB
Year Founded
Unknown
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