Product Innovation Manager

4 weeks ago


Irvine, California, United States Taco Bell Full time
About the Job:

We're seeking a seasoned professional to lead our product innovation pipeline, driving value products that grow the business. This role will conceptualize, develop, validate, and launch new products that meet Taco Bell's value strategy.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead pipeline development for value products, unlocking whitespace opportunities that drive future growth.
  • Analyze competitive food and beverage landscapes, identifying new and emerging trends to inform menu innovation.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional partners to test and validate new product concepts, ensuring commercial viability and effective go-to-market strategies.
  • Partner with Brand, Creative, and Advertising teams on creative communications, promotions, and tactics.
  • Translate brand, business, and marketing strategies into pipeline-specific objectives.
  • Provide onboarding, training, and coaching to direct reports.
Requirements:
  • BA or BS degree; MBA preferred.
  • Minimum 8+ years of relevant experience, including 3-5 years in CPG or QSR/Restaurant industry.
  • 2+ years in a management/leadership role.
  • Demonstrated leadership, project management, and planning skills.
  • Experience developing and tracking marketing KPIs.
  • Positive, can-do attitude and collaborative leadership style.
  • Genuine passion for food and customer experience.
  • Strong analytical and creative problem-solving skills.
  • Strong project management, presentation, and interpersonal/influencing skills.
What We Offer:
  • Hybrid work schedule and year-round flex day Friday.
  • Onsite childcare through Bright Horizons.
  • Onsite dining center and game room.
  • Onsite dry cleaning, laundry services, carwash.
  • Onsite gym with fitness classes and personal trainer sessions.
  • Up to 4 weeks of vacation per year plus holidays and time off for volunteering.
  • Generous parental leave for all new parents and adoption assistance program.
  • 401(k) with a 6% matching contribution from Yum Brands with immediate vesting.
  • Comprehensive medical and dental, including prescription drug benefits and 100% preventive care.
  • Discounts, free food, swag, and more.
Salary Range:

$130,500-$155,000 annually + bonus eligibility + benefits.

At Taco Bell, we Live Más and invite you to do the same. Take a seat at our table. Bring your voice. Bring you, just as you are, a Cultural Rebel. We want you to be your best self.

Taco Bell is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to equity, inclusion, and belonging for all dimensions of diversity.



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