Senior Innovation Manager

3 days ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Asahi Group Holdings Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year

Lead innovation for Asahi's non-alc portfolio – shaping strategy, pipeline and bold new product launches.

  • Job No: 503229
  • Location: Melbourne
  • Work Type: Permanent - Full Time

We're looking for a Senior Innovation Manager to join our Innovation & Disruption team and lead the non-alcoholic beverages innovation agenda across some of Australia's most iconic beverage brands, including Schweppes, Solo, Cottee's as well as new-to-world brand opportunities.

Your Impact:

In this role, you'll drive the end-to-end innovation process – from consumer insight and concept development through to commercialisation and launch. You'll play a key role in shaping our innovation pipeline and ensuring projects are aligned to business strategy, commercially viable and consumer centric.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead the innovation pipeline and strategy for non-alc, linking directly to portfolio and business growth objectives.
  • Manage projects from idea to launch, including insights, concept development, testing and commercialisation.
  • Partner with cross-functional teams (Marketing, Sales, Insights, Supply Chain, Finance, Legal) and external agencies to deliver outcomes.
  • Provide thought leadership, influence senior stakeholders and inspire a culture of creativity, collaboration and experimentation.
  • Evaluate and measure new projects, generating learnings to strengthen future innovation.

About You:

We're looking for someone who brings:

  • Solid experience in brand or innovation management (with at least 2 years in a commercial-led role).
  • FMCG or consumer goods experience and a strong record in delivering innovation.
  • Strong commercial acumen, project management skills and experience working cross-functionally.
  • A curious, collaborative and resilient mindset – someone who embraces ambiguity and drives progress over perfection.

This is a high-profile opportunity to make a significant impact in one of the fastest-growing parts of our portfolio. You'll work closely with senior leaders, shape category strategy and bring bold ideas to life.

Why Asahi Beverages?

At Asahi Beverages, we're passionate about crafting more than just drinks - we craft moments of connection, celebration and shared enjoyment. We bring together a diverse portfolio of iconic beverage brands, a commitment to quality and a drive to constantly innovate. Headquartered in Melbourne and with facilities right across Australia and New Zealand, you'll find Asahi is a place where talent is nurtured and ambition is rewarded. If you're ready to toast your future, we're ready to meet you.

We are a Circle Back Initiative employer and commit to responding to all applicants.

  • Advertised: 15 October 2025 AEST
  • Applications close: 23 October 2025 AEST

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