At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead innovation initiatives and build partnerships in a global materials manufacturing company.
- Company: Join a top-tier global leader in high-performance glass manufacturing.
- Benefits: Competitive salary up to £50,000, with opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Exciting role based near Wigan, with great commuting options from nearby cities.
- Why this job: Shape the future of glass technology and drive impactful collaborations.
- Qualifications: Strong collaboration skills and commercial acumen required.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 50000 £ per year.
Talentmark are recruiting for an Innovation Manager to join a global materials manufacturing company, based near Wigan, on a full time, permanent basis. The salary for this role is up to £50,000 pa.
The Company: Our client is a global leader in manufacturing glass for architectural, automotive and technical sectors. They strive to be the best innovator of high-performance glass and glazing solutions.
Location: The Innovation Manager position will be based at the company's site near Wigan, easily commutable by road from Merseyside including Liverpool, Ormskirk, Skelmersdale and Manchester.
The Role:
- Identify, prioritise and engage external organisations aligned to defined technology themes.
- Map technology sectors and value chains to identify key players, collaboration opportunities and routes-to-market.
- Conduct megatrend and market/technology scans.
- Build and manage a partner engagement pipeline.
- Shape and initiate collaborations: define exploration hypotheses, align mutual expectations and create joint workplans.
- Share insights and partner intelligence across regions to promote a consistent approach.
Your Background:
- Have demonstrable ability to build credible external collaborations and operate confidently with partners.
- Have commercial acumen and be able to frame opportunities, define value propositions and outline routes-to-market.
- Experience in one or more of open innovation, partnership, development.
Business Manager employer: Talentmark
As a global leader in high-performance glass manufacturing, our client offers an exceptional work environment that fosters innovation and collaboration. Located near Wigan, the company provides competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and ample opportunities for professional growth, making it an ideal employer for those seeking to make a meaningful impact in the materials sector. With a strong emphasis on teamwork and external partnerships, employees are encouraged to develop their skills while contributing to cutting-edge projects that shape the future of glazing solutions.
