Innovation & Ventures Specialist

Job PurposeAs an
Innovation & Ventures Specialist, you will lead the exploration
and development of new business opportunities. The ideal candidate will have a
strong track record in identifying emerging trends, developing business cases,
and working with stakeholders to launch new ventures or products. You will play
a key role in expanding the company's product portfolio, bringing fresh ideas
from concept to execution.

Duties & Responsibilities:Identify and evaluate new business
opportunities, market trends, and disruptive technologies to drive innovation
within the company. Lead the development of business cases
for new ventures, including market research, competitive analysis, and
financial modeling. Work closely with internal teams,
including R&D, marketing, and sales, to explore the feasibility of new
ventures and define go-to-market strategies. Facilitate collaboration with external
partners, investors, and startups to enhance the company’s new venture
pipeline. Oversee the early-stage development of
new products and services, from ideation to prototype testing. Define metrics and KPIs to track the
success of new ventures, adjusting strategies as necessary. Act as a subject matter expert on new
market trends, innovation, and emerging technologies, keeping the company ahead
of industry changes. Ensure that new ventures align with the
company’s long-term strategic goals.  Qualifications & Experience:Bachelor’s degree in business, Marketing, Engineering, or a
related field; MBA or equivalent preferred. 5+ years of experience in a similar role, focusing on
innovation, business development, or new product ventures. Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving skills. Excellent project management and cross-functional
collaboration skills. Comfortable with ambiguity and adapting to changing
priorities. Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret market
data and financial reports.