Innovation Manager

5 days ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States Mattson Full time

Job Title: Innovation Manager - Food and Beverage

About the Role

Mattson is a leading food and beverage innovation firm seeking an Innovation Manager - Food and Beverage. As a key member of our Relationship Leaders team, you will identify and develop new client relationships, scope and write proposals, and manage engagements.

The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of success in product/menu innovation and business development. You should have a deep understanding of the foodservice industry, including culinary, operations, menu, menu innovation, chain operator dynamics, experience with both commercial and non-commercial operators, and a passion for and ability to communicate food trends.

We are seeking someone with exceptional leadership skills, creativity, business analytics, and broad proficiency across all aspects of Mattson's practice areas from front-to-back-end innovation. The successful candidate will be able to design, sell, and direct work across all of Mattson's practice areas.

About You
  • Bachelor's degree in marketing, business administration, or related field in food science, nutrition, or culinary.
  • At least 15 years relevant work experience in the food & beverage industry, with the majority in foodservice (i.e., consulting, brand management, sales, innovation, market research, restaurant ops).
  • Flexibility, with personality and collaboration skills necessary to work cross-functionally with all departments.

A salary range of $120,000 - $180,000 per year is estimated based on national averages and location.

What We Offer
  • A job at Mattson will immerse you in the world of food.
  • A rich package of benefits, including 401K, health, dental, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account, participation in our ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan), which provides you the opportunity for profit-sharing.


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