Global Innovation Manager

Global Innovation Manager (m / f / d)

We are a 100% independent, family-owned Luxembourgish company with over 175 years’ experience in the fast-moving consumer goods industry (tobacco products, smoking accessories, vaping, CBD and other nicotine products such as nicotine pouches). Within a dynamic environment towards more reduced risk products, we have embarked on an innovative journey to further strengthen our position in Europe, to grow worldwide and to enter new nicotine categories.

To support our current growth, we are looking for a Junior Global Innovation Manager. As Junior Global Innovation Manager, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the implementation of our global marketing and innovation strategy. Reporting to the Global Marketing Manager, you will be entrusted with leading new product developments, ensuring brand consistency, and coordinating cross‑functional projects that bring our innovative concepts to life.

Your responsibilities:

• Lead end-to-end development of new products and ranges, from concept to launch (ability to write concept, positioning template, write brief, debrief…)
• Drive consumer-focused innovation aligned with brand identity and market trends.
• Manage packaging development with operations, procurement, and print partners.
• Ensure technical documentation and packaging comply with legal requirements.
• Safeguard brand consistency across all marketing and product touchpoints.
• Collaborate with internal teams, suppliers, and affiliates to support global initiatives.
• Execute global marketing strategies and ensure timely product and packaging launches.

Your profile:

• 7+ years of experience in brand management FMCG and mass consumption products
• Brand sensitive with a strong sense of brand equity and creative concept development
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Effective communicator and excellent stakeholder management to engage with multi-disciplinary teams (Printing department, Supply Chain, Agencies…) to develop top strategies for your brand's success
• Responsible with a problem-solving mindset
• Fluent in English. Any other language is an asset
• Highly skilled in Photoshop
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a marketing or communication related field

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work with a leading company in a fast-growing industry.
• A dynamic and innovative work environment.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.

In the context of recruitment, criminal record no. 3 will be requested.