*Relocation to Australia*
If you are passionate about shaping the future of protein, this is a chance to join one of Australia’s fastest-growing food businesses at a pivotal moment in its journey.
The business is private equity-backed and scaling rapidly. They already do the basics exceptionally well. Now they need a leader who can help them think bigger, build a stronger innovation culture, and turn smart ideas into commercial growth across retail and foodservice.
The Head of Innovation will set the 3 to 5 year roadmap for new product development and category expansion. You will lead the end-to-end process from insight and ideation through to launch and execution, ensuring the business maximises the value of its capabilities, brands, and existing categories.
You will inherit an 8 person NPD team, with the opportunity to redefine how they work and unlock greater creativity, speed, and collaboration. Within 90 days, you will be expected to deliver a strategic innovation plan including a prioritised pipeline, commercial targets, and a clear framework for decision-making. UK or EU market experience is highly valued, given the maturity and competitiveness of those regions.
What you’ll be doing:
- Build and deliver a long-term innovation roadmap across meat and value-added protein
- Influence and collaborate at a senior level, reporting directly to the Chief Sales and Marketing Officer
- Shape and develop a high-performing NPD function while embedding a culture of innovation
- Use insights, trend data, and commercial logic to decide where to play and how to win
- Drive category growth with both established retailers and strategic foodservice partners
- Play a central role in a business undergoing significant investment and rapid growth
What you’ll need:
- Proven experience leading innovation and launching commercially successful products
- Strong strategic thinking with the ability to build long-term pipelines and category plans
- Confident in interpreting commercial and consumer data to prioritise opportunities
- Skilled in influencing senior stakeholders and presenting to key customers
- Able to partner effectively with technologists and development teams
- Experience in meat or protein is preferred
- Creative yet commercially disciplined, with strong leadership capability
Job Title: Head of Innovation
Location: Sydney region, Australia
Salary: $180,000 - $195,000 base + superannuation (12%) + Bonus/STI
This role is being advertised by Redhook Global Talent on behalf of one of its clients. Redhook Global Talent is a specialist recruitment firm dedicated to the global protein industry.