Senior Innovation Manager (Remote)

CS Energy • Bend, OR

52d • Remote

About The Position

The Senior Innovation Manager is responsible for advancing the vision, strategy, and methodologies used to innovate new products and services, introduce novel or disruptive ideas, improve existing processes, and create a culture of innovation within the company. This role involves implementing innovation projects, overseeing resources and budgets, and collaborating with internal teams and external partners to support innovation initiatives. This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• 5+ years of managerial experience in innovation or a related area.
• Proven track record of driving innovation and implementing successful projects.
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
• Must be willing and able to travel up to 25-50% as needed.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with emerging technologies and digital transformation.
• Knowledge of market trends and consumer behavior.
• Ability to foster a creative and innovative work environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement innovation strategies aligned with overall company goals.
• Manage the innovation process from ideation to execution.
• Conduct research and analysis to identify emerging trends and technologies.
• Facilitate cross-functional team collaborations to drive innovation.
• Develop metrics to measure the success and progress of innovation initiatives.
• Present innovative ideas and progress reports to stakeholders.
• Provide training and resources to promote a culture of innovation.
• Identify and mitigate risks associated with the implementation of new ideas or products.
• Manage budgets and resources related to innovation projects.

Benefits

• Employees (and their families) are eligible for medical, dental, vision, basic life and disability insurance.
• Employees can enroll in our company's 401(k) plan and are provided vacation, sick and holiday pay.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Securities, Commodity Contracts, and Other Financial Investments and Related Activities
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees