Innovation & Commercialization Manager

Little Caesars Pizza•Detroit, MI

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Build a Bigger, Better, Bolder Future: Imagine working for a company that measures its success based off the growth of its colleagues, a company that invests in its future by investing in you. Little Caesars is a company where our colleagues make an impact. In this role, you will support defining the future for Little Caesars and driving business impact through innovation. You will support key initiatives, coordinate detailed plans and foster collaboration. Leverage your expertise in innovation and commercialization, paired with a strong interest and knowledge in automation, process innovation, technology, robotics, and the development of new services within the QSR industry.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, or a related field.
7+ years of experience in innovation and project management, preferably in restaurant operations.
Strong communicator with excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
Proven ability to support innovation and process improvement initiatives.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and familiar with project management and data visualization tools.
Hands-on experience in executing pilots or implementing new processes, applications, or technologies.

Nice To Haves

Strong interest and knowledge in automation, process innovation, technology, robotics, and the development of new services within the QSR industry.

Responsibilities

Coordinate the execution of pilot programs for new processes, operational solutions, and technologies in lab and live environments.
Collaborate with internal teams to ideate and develop solutions for operational and guest facing challenges.
Track pilot performance and compile reports on outcomes to recommend next steps.
Support scaling successful pilots across the organization.
Apply a test-and-learn approach to support agile innovation efforts.
Perform project management tasks, including maintaining project schedules, tracking risks, monitoring deliverables, and managing resources.
Communicate project progress to stakeholders, ensuring alignment and collaboration.
Assist in operationalizing new and enhanced solutions & initiatives by working closely with cross-functional teams.
Develop a practical understanding of challenges and opportunities faced by Restaurant Team Members, Franchisees, and Customers by identifying pain points and opportunities for improvement.
Maintain a pulse on and assess emerging technologies and analyze their potential impact on restaurant operations and guest satisfaction.
Provide insights into vendor capabilities and competitive innovation trends to support decision-making.
Collaborate with leadership to maintain an innovation roadmap, prioritizing initiatives based on strategic value.