Innovation Project Manager

About This Role

Manage innovation projects and facilitate workshops, driving the development and deployment of innovative solutions. Explore new opportunities, oversee initiatives, and guide project teams to meet key performance indicators.

Responsibilities

• Explore innovation opportunities through various means (research, campaigns, academic) and determine viability and alignment to organizational strategy
• Project manage and oversee Innovation initiatives and facilitate project team and workshop activities
• Establish, communicate, and manage Innovation project-specific schedules and activities, and develop key performance indicators (KPIs)
• Direct, manage, and guide project teams in implementation of assigned project activities
• Plan, execute, document, track, measure and follow up with Innovation project teams to ensure completion of work aligned with KPIs
• Test and evaluate results of Innovation projects to validate solution alignment with initial hypothesis
• Project manage transition and maintain involvement to monitor progress of Innovation solutions
• Engage with relevant stakeholders to influence understanding of Innovation initiatives and value of new technologies
• Develop continuous learning channels to stay informed of advancements in select emerging technologies (e.g., IoT, AI, machine learning, robotics)
• Manage internal research and development activities and develop and maintain external relationships with technology leaders and university partners

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or related field
• 5+ years of experience in innovation management, product development, or related role
• Strong project management skills (scopes of work, project schedule, KPIs)
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and coordinate concurrent projects
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Familiar with organizational change methodologies
• Familiar with bringing new products or services to market
• Excellent professional verbal and written communication skills with effective presentation skills
• Interpersonal skills with ability to influence decision making and gain alignment with stakeholders
• Familiar with innovation tools and methodologies (e.g., Design Thinking, Lean Startup)
• Familiar with emerging technologies (e.g., IoT, AI, machine learning, robotics)
• Proficient computer skills, Microsoft Office suite of applications, and collaborative tools

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from accredited degree program in Business, Engineering, or related field, advanced degree or Master’s Degree preferred
• 5+ years of experience in innovation management, product development, or related role

Nice to Have

• Advanced degree or Master's Degree
• Passion for technology innovation

Skills

* Required skills