Innovation Director
$130k/y-$150k/y
Duke Cannon Supply Co.14 days ago
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Summary
Duke Cannon Supply Co. is seeking an Innovation Director to join their team in Minneapolis, MN. The role involves owning a multi-year innovation pipeline and leading the front end of innovation to drive growth in the men's grooming category.
About the Role
As an Innovation Director, you will be responsible for delivering approximately 50% of Duke Cannon's projected growth through a consumer-led innovation pipeline. Your tasks will include leading cross-functional teams in discovery and design, ensuring concept quality and strategic fit, supporting go-to-market development, and conducting post-launch evaluations to inform future innovations.
About You
Required:
- 7–10+ years of product innovation experience within high-growth CPG, with demonstrated ownership of front-end innovation and concept development.
- Proven track record of building and advancing innovation pipelines, translating consumer insight into commercially viable products.
- Bachelor’s degree required (or equivalent practical experience).
- Strong executive communication skills, with the ability to clearly present ideas, strategies, and recommendations to senior leadership.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to craft compelling concept narratives and decision materials.
- Demonstrated leadership and influence, with the ability to build alignment, inspire cross-functional teams, and lead without direct authority.
- Highly organized and detail-oriented, with strong project discipline and a continuous improvement mindset.
Preferred:
- Experience in personal care, cosmetics, or adjacent consumer categories, with a strong understanding of formulation-led products and brand-driven innovation.
Benefits
- Competitive market salary and bonus based on role and professional experience.
- Health & dental insurance, HSA and 401k programs supported by regular company contributions.
- Tuition reimbursement program.
- Monthly parking stipend.
- Monthly moments of Team camaraderie including community service events and social hours.
Duke Cannon Supply Co.
Duke Cannon Supply Co.'s mission is to better the day of hard-working men. Our values include hard work, sincerity, steadfastness, camaraderie, and taking a trail-blazing approach to our work. All of our products are manufactured in the USA and we have given back to veterans causes since our inception in 2011.
Minneapolis, MN