Europe Head of Food Innovation & Commercialisation

Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC); Woking; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - GBP 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fast-food chain is seeking a Head of Innovation & Commercialisation to shape the future of food in Europe. This role involves leading the innovation strategy, coaching a high-performing team, and collaborating with marketing and operations. Ideal candidates should have 10+ years of experience in food innovation and a proven record of successful product launches. The position offers hybrid working, a company bonus, and significant employee benefits including healthcare and generous holiday allowance.

Benefits

Company and performance-related bonus

Generous pension with up to 11% company contribution

Private healthcare

Annual holiday allowance starting at 25 days

Wellbeing reimbursement fund

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in food innovation or similar roles.
• Proven track record in creating and scaling breakthrough innovation.
• Experience leading and developing high-performing teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Europe food innovation strategy.
• Coach and develop a world class food innovation and safety regional team.
• Build and manage a robust multi-year innovation pipeline.

Skills

Food innovation

Product development

Menu innovation

Strategic thinking

Strong storytelling

Job description

A leading fast-food chain is seeking a Head of Innovation & Commercialisation to shape the future of food in Europe. This role involves leading the innovation strategy, coaching a high-performing team, and collaborating with marketing and operations. Ideal candidates should have 10+ years of experience in food innovation and a proven record of successful product launches. The position offers hybrid working, a company bonus, and significant employee benefits including healthcare and generous holiday allowance.