Senior Intellectual Property Manager - Global Patents & Innovation
About The Position
The Senior IP Manager, Global Patents & Innovation will partner with the global R&D organization to develop and execute strategies that protect and maximize the value of the company’s innovations. This role works closely with key R&D stakeholders to leverage appropriate agreements, patent filings, trade secret practices, and freedom-to-operate (FTO) reviews to help drive and sustain competitive advantage. This role reports to the Chief Counsel, Global Patents & Innovation. This is a hybrid role requiring 3 days onsite weekly out of 1 of 4 primary locations (See below): World HQ in downtown Chicago, IL (Preferred) R&D Center in Glenview, IL Kraft Heinz Innovation Center - Warrendale, PA Co-HQ in downtown Pittsburgh, PA
Requirements
- 5+ years of relevant R&D and/or patent-related experience.
- Science or technology background in chemistry, biology, engineering, or related field.
- Experience advising R&D stakeholders on strategies to protect innovations, including use of agreements, patent applications, trade secrets, and freedom-to-operate reviews to protect competitive advantage and investment in innovation.
- Knowledge of U.S. patent prosecution practice, including Office Action response strategy and maintenance fee management.
- Strong communication and influencing skills.
- Superior organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Positive attitude and ability to interact effectively and professionally with third parties and stakeholders at all levels of the company.
Nice To Haves
- Preferably registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
Responsibilities
- Advise the global R&D function on the optimal strategy for protecting company innovations.
- Develop, maintain, and regularly update comprehensive IP Strategy documents for key R&D innovation projects, documenting R&D agreements, patent filings, trade secrets, and freedom-to-operate reviews associated with those projects.
- Collaborate with key R&D stakeholders to evaluate how R&D agreements, patent applications, trade secrets, and freedom-to-operate reviews can support business objectives and drive competitive advantage.
- Lead regular patent portfolio reviews and manage the patent budget.
- Support patent docket management to ensure accuracy and compliance with deadlines.
- Design, prepare, and deliver intellectual property trainings for R&D and other internal stakeholders.
Benefits
- Coverage for employees (and their eligible dependents) through affordable access to healthcare, protection, and saving for the future, we offer plans tailored to meet you and your family’s needs.
- Events, resources, and learning opportunities that inspire a physical, social, emotional, and financial well-being lifestyle for our employees and their families.
- Physical - Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision, Screenings/Assessments
- Social - Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, Leave of Absence, Flexible Work Arrangements, Recognition, Training
- Emotional – Employee Assistance Program , Wellbeing Programs, Family Support Programs
- Financial – 401k, Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Disability
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
