Head of Innovation Are you a hands-on innovator in the drinks space with a passion for trend-led product development? An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dynamic and commercially-minded Head of Innovation to lead the creation of a next-generation functional drinks portfolio. This is a confidential appointment on behalf of a fast-growing business at the forefront of product innovation within the health and wellness category. The Opportunity This role is ideal for a forward-thinking food scientist or NPD leader who blends technical expertise with entrepreneurial drive. You ll lead the end-to-end development of functional beverages, from energy drinks and RTDs to vitamin waters and clean-label innovations, bringing new products to life ahead of the market curve. With in-house pilot capabilities and creative freedom, you ll play a critical role in shaping what s next in the drinks category. What You ll Be Doing Leading NPD across multiple categories and formats, from concept to pilot production Translating health, flavour, ingredient, and packaging trends into commercially viable products Creating a ready-to-go library of functional drink formulations Working hands-on in the lab, formulating, testing, and refining prototypes Partnering with flavour houses, packaging suppliers, and internal stakeholders Supporting costing, feasibility analysis, and go-to-market planning Influencing packaging, process, and machinery decisions based on innovation needs What We ..... full job details .....