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Innovation Manager

Feastables
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    Chicago, Illinois, United States
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    Chicago, Illinois, United States
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About

Innovation Manager

Chicago, IL

Feastables is on a mission to create the world's most engaging brand. As the CPG industry teeters on the edge of transformation, trust has shifted from traditional corporate giants to innovative individual creators. With the backing of MrBeast, the world's most influential creator, and our unwavering commitment to transparency and superior quality, we are strategically positioned to become the go-to snacking brand for future generations.

At the heart of our ethos is the belief that anything is possible. This belief ignites our innovation and drives us to push boundaries. It's what enables us to deliver incredible products and unique, engaging experiences that keep our fans and customers coming back for more.

Though recognized for our chocolate bars, our vision goes beyond a single product category. We aim to offer a diverse product range, each item tailored to meet our customers' unique tastes and needs. Regardless of the variety, all of our products share a common trait - the guarantee of quality and fun that Feastables is known for.

We're not just building a brand; we're crafting a legacy and just getting started. We are charting an unprecedented path, at an unbelievable velocity, and seeking extraordinary individuals to help us shape the next iconic global brand. Together, we will build something truly remarkable that will resonate with customers worldwide and stand the test of time.

About The Role:

As the Innovation Manager at Feastables, you will lead end-to-end development of new consumer products across the portfolio. You will identify consumer-driven opportunities, build commercially viable concepts, and drive execution from idea through launch and post-launch evaluation.

This role combines strategy, execution, and commercial ownership. You will operate with a high degree of autonomy, building business cases, managing cross-functional teams, and helping establish the systems and processes that define how Feastables innovates at scale.

What You'll Be Doing:
  • Identify and define consumer problems and unmet needs to inform innovation opportunities
  • Lead white space analysis and concept development grounded in insights and market data
  • Build full business cases including volume forecasting, margin modeling, and cannibalization analysis
  • Own end-to-end stage-gate process from ideation through commercialization and launch
  • Project manage cross-functional teams across R&D, Supply Chain, Sales, and Marketing
  • Ensure all deliverables (product specs, packaging, claims, timelines) are completed to support launch readiness
  • Drive alignment across stakeholders and resolve tradeoffs to maintain launch timelines
  • Track post-launch performance and make data-driven recommendations to scale, optimize, or discontinue products
  • Develop and refine innovation processes, tools, and templates for the broader organization
  • Contribute to building a strong innovation culture focused on consumer-first thinking

Recipe for Success:

  • 6+ years of experience in CPG brand management or innovation roles
  • Proven track record of owning and launching products end-to-end multiple times
  • Strong experience with stage-gate product development processes
  • Demonstrated ability to build robust commercial business cases
  • Experience working cross-functionally with R&D, supply chain, and sales
  • Experience in high-growth or entrepreneurial environments
  • Strong analytical and financial modeling capabilities
  • Experience building or improving innovation processes

Why Feastables?

We believe in transparency - not just in our ingredients, but in how we hire. When making compensation decisions, we consider many factors like role level, market data, location, and relevant experience and skills. For this role, we expect the annual base salary to fall between $118,000-$148,000.

Beyond salary, we offer a thriving culture where you'll have interesting problems to solve with the autonomy you need to make a difference. And, of course, we have the perks/benefits to enable you to do your best work.

  • 100% employer paid option for medical, dental, and vision
  • 401(k) with an employer match
  • 11 company paid holidays
  • Unlimited PTO policy
  • Delicious chocolate & snacks of course!
  • Chicago, Illinois, United States

Languages

  • English
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