Do you dream of changing the food system at scale and help people to eat well? Are you really passionate about cooking, food and health? Would you like to work in a global organization and to manage, support and lead explorations and executions of new commercial innovations that will bring Arla into the future? This role can be your chance to make a difference. If you have 5-7 years experience within innovation or marketing and have a lot of drive, creativity, curiosity and project management skills you could very well be the candidate that we are looking for. This is a critical role in being part of keeping the company at the forefront of market trends and consumer demands.
We can offer an exciting role within a prioritized area, where you will work together with a highly motivated and engaged team to develop new opportunities for Arla. We are looking for an Innovation Managers who can take ownership over innovation platforms, develop concepts and take ideas towards commercialization in collaboration with marketing and other functions and take the lead on bringing our innovation agenda to the next level.
A collaborative change-maker!
As Innovation Manager you will be support in and driving innovation projects, collaborating with internal and external stakeholders across the business. You will be exploring, designing and testing future Arla business opportunities, analyzing trends and data, planning and facilitating ideations and hackathons and developing concepts. You will also verify business potential and make sure that relevant ideas are being brought to gate and hand over to relevant stake holders in the organization. These could range from product ideas and new digital services to entirely new business models - with strong consumer insights or sustainable change as the catalyst. The responsibility stretches from facilitating cross-category workshops to execution of the innovation pipeline.
- Identify emerging consumer needs and market opportunities through research and analysis, listening to consumers and identifying relevant trends, prototyping ideas
- Be part of defining the innovation roadmap and prioritize projects based on potential impact and feasibility
- Lead the ideation process for new product concepts
- Asses business potential and collaborate with internal and external stake holders
- Take leadership over an innovation platforms, creating pipe lines, initiatives and create relevant partnerships
- Work with relevant agencies in the different phases of the innovation process
- Collaborate with R&D, marketing, supply chain, and other relevant departments to bring new products and solutions to gate decisions
- Oversee multiple innovation projects simultaneously, ensuring they are delivered on time and within budget
- Facilitate cross-functional team meetings to ensure alignment and progress
- Follow up on the innovation plans
You will be reporting to the Head of Commercial Innovation.
Your profile
You have approximately 5-7 years of experience within Innovation & Concept Management or in a Marketing role. An open mind, a passion for change and contagious enthusiasm will be very helpful in this role, where a collaborative approach will be necessary. The colleague we are looking for finds solutions where others see obstacles. We expect you to be open and creative with a strategic mind, plan and follow through on the commitments made. You’re an innovative individual who enjoys exploring and experimenting with AI.
Competencies:
- Marketing or food science education
- Previous innovation or brand design, business development experiences are valuable, as well as experience from concept and new product development processes.
- Food and products as passion
- Sustainability & health interested
- Conceptual and creative
- Food, health & sustainability – up to date and relevant knowledge on key trends and developments
- Marketing– the ability to understand and interpretate consumer insights, behaviours and feedback to deliver impactful innovation to the market
- Business and financial acumen with strategic and creative thinking and problem solving skills
You have strong collaboration skills and networker. You have experience with developing positive and broad network internally and externally. You are resilient and able to influence others by building strong relationships. Through articulate communication you are able to deliver a clear vision.
About Arla Foods
Arla Foods is an international cooperative, owned by dairy farmers, based in Denmark, and the largest producer of dairy products in Scandinavia. Arla Foods is the fourth largest dairy company in the world measured by milk intake, and the seventh largest by turnover. We are also the world’s largest organic dairy producer.
After a number of years driving added value through our milk and building the Arla brand via a number of key categories and channels, our strategy for 2026 focusses on enhancing our business based on driving sustainability, focusing on our strongholds and leveraging the scale of the Arla brand via a centralised Eurozone team and execution in the markets. Within this strategy, Innovation is key to delivering future growth for Arla.
Application and contacts
Are you ready for a challenge? Please apply asap but no later than 2025-08- 08. We will be conducting interviews on an ongoing basis. If you are interested and have questions please contact Head of Commercial Innovation Manager, Maja Påhlman on mobile no +46-702455882 for more information.
Shape the Future of Dairy
Arla is a global leader in the dairy industry, committed to producing high-quality products while championing sustainability and innovation. We're passionate about people and our planet, striving to unleash the full potential in each of us. Our goal is to make healthy dairy nutrition and good food habits accessible to all. Join us at Arla Foods and become part of a worldwide cooperative dedicated to making a significant impact on the planet and steering the dairy industry towards a sustainable future.
We are devoted to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. Diversity and collaboration are key to our success, propelling us to new heights in the dairy industry.
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