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Sazerac Company

Innovation Program Manager

Louisville, KY · On-site

$126 - $190/hr

... the Innovation Program Manager for North America , you will be in instrumental in the successful delivery of innovation that is critical to delivering on Sazerac's growth plans. You will oversee ...

Apex Systems

Innovation Program Manager

Saint Louis, MO · On-site

$83 - $124/hr

Innovation Program Manager**Location:** St. Louis, Missouri (Onsite)Role OverviewOur client's Innovation Team is seeking a strategic Program Manager to help identify, fund, launch, and oversee ...

Sazerac Company

Innovation Program Manager

Louisville, KY · On-site

$126K - $190K/yr

... the Innovation Program Manager for North America , you will be in instrumental in the successful delivery of innovation that is critical to delivering on Sazerac's growth plans. You will oversee ...

Sazerac Company

Innovation Program Manager

Louisville, KY · On-site

$126K - $190K/yr

As the Innovation Program Manager for North America , you will be in instrumental in the successful delivery of innovation that is critical to delivering on Sazerac's growth plans. You will oversee ...

Fluence

Innovation Program Manager

Houston, TX · On-site +1

$172K/yr

... management and integrity under your responsibility. Analyze business processes, scrutinize ... We foster an environment where diverse perspectives are heard and valued, driving innovation and ...

Fluence Energy, LLC

Innovation Program Manager

Houston, TX · On-site

$160 - $190/hr

... management and integrity under your responsibility. * Analyze business processes, scrutinize ... We foster an environment where diverse perspectives are heard and valued, driving innovation and ...

Fluence

Innovation Program Manager

Houston, TX · On-site

$172K/yr

... management and integrity under your responsibility. Analyze business processes, scrutinize ... We foster an environment where diverse perspectives are heard and valued, driving innovation and ...

Jobtailor

NY · On-site

$120 - $150/hr

Own PBK's portfolio of Architecture/Engineering automation, AI, and innovation platform initiatives ... Requirements * 7+ years of project or program management experience delivering technology ...

City of New York

Innovation Program Lead

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$100K - $125K/yr

This position will also work with program managers to analyze, report, and improve operational performance. The successful candidate will be integral to the implementation of the City's 2026 Solid ...

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How much do innovation program manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 26, 2026, the average yearly pay for innovation program manager in the United States is $107,460.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $79,500.00 and $132,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does an innovation program manager do?

An Innovation Program Manager oversees and coordinates initiatives that drive innovation within an organization. They design, implement, and manage programs that encourage creative thinking, development of new products, and improvement of existing processes. Their responsibilities often include collaborating with cross-functional teams, managing budgets, measuring program outcomes, and fostering a culture of innovation. By identifying emerging trends and technologies, they help organizations stay competitive and adapt to changes in the market.

How does an innovation program manager typically foster collaboration across different departments?

An Innovation Program Manager often acts as a bridge between various teams—such as R&D, marketing, finance, and operations—to drive new initiatives. They facilitate workshops, organize cross-functional meetings, and implement structured processes for idea generation and evaluation. By maintaining open communication channels and aligning stakeholders on shared goals, they ensure that innovative projects have broad support and clear direction. This collaborative approach is essential to overcome silos and accelerate the implementation of creative solutions.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an innovation program manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Innovation Program Manager, you need expertise in project management, strategy development, and a background in business or technology, often supported by a relevant degree or certifications like PMP. Familiarity with innovation frameworks, agile methodologies, and collaboration tools such as Jira or Trello is typically required. Strong leadership, creative problem-solving, and effective stakeholder communication are critical soft skills that set top performers apart. These skills enable the successful design, execution, and scaling of innovative initiatives, ensuring organizational growth and competitive advantage.

What is the difference between Innovation Program Manager vs Product Manager?

AspectInnovation Program ManagerProduct Manager
Primary FocusDeveloping and managing innovation initiatives and programsOverseeing product development and lifecycle
Required SkillsInnovation strategy, project management, cross-functional collaborationProduct design, market analysis, user experience
Work EnvironmentCorporate innovation labs, R&D departments, cross-industryTech companies, consumer goods, software firms
CertificationsProject management, innovation management certificationsProduct management certifications (e.g., Pragmatic, Scrum)

While both roles involve strategic planning and cross-functional work, the Innovation Program Manager focuses on fostering new ideas and managing innovation initiatives, whereas the Product Manager concentrates on developing and delivering specific products to market.

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Innovation Program Manager

Louisville, KY • On-site

Sazerac Company
Food and Drink Manufacturing • 5 - 10K employees

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Company rating: 8.4 out of 10

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Job description

Sazerac Company Overview

Build your career at Sazerac! With almost 400 years of rich history, Sazerac Company has thrived as an independent, American family-owned company with operations in the United States and around the world. Since the 2000s, Sazerac has averaged double digit growth every year! Sazerac Company produces and markets the most award-winning bourbons and whiskeys in the world, including Buffalo Trace, Pappy Van Winkle, Eagle Rare, Blanton's, and Sazerac Rye. Additionally, Sazerac owns many popular brands across a range of spirits, including Fireball, Southern Comfort, Seagram's V.O., Myers's, Goldschläger, Parrot Bay, 99 Brand, and Platinum Vodka.

We're proud of our award-winning culture and distilleries. Our Louisville office has been named one of the "Best Places to Work in Kentucky" four times, and our Buffalo Trace Distillery has earned the title of "world's most award-winning distillery" through the dedication of our craftsmen for well over 200 years. Whether you're a recent graduate or an experienced professional, Sazerac provides extraordinary opportunities for growth with competitive salaries and benefits in an exciting, entrepreneurial industry.

Job Description/Responsibilities

As the Innovation Program Manager for North America, you will be in instrumental in the successful delivery of innovation that is critical to delivering on Sazerac's growth plans. You will oversee multiple North America innovation programs, hire and staff Innovation Leaders and Coordinators for each Brand, enable and execute the innovation process and systems to ensure clear risk assessments, leadership engagement, progress through gates and on time delivery of innovation projects and total programs. This will encompass growth, maintenance, optimization and refresh projects across multiple Brands including new Brands for Sazerac.

What You'll Do:

  • Improve processes and systems as these efforts can seek "incremental" improvement over time or "breakthrough" improvement all at once - all are evaluated in the light of their efficiency, effectiveness and flexibility.
  • Maintain a prioritized list of new initiatives and ensure projects are communicated and managed in order to achieve target ship dates and volumes.
  • Grow sales volume, manage and optimize cost of goods and overheads - while delivering highest quality products - priority brands will grow in volume and profit at a faster rate than the total business and will comprise more than 65%.
  • Working with Brand to execute strategic plans, annual plans and activities that support and achieve the long-term goals.
Qualifications/Requirements

Required:

  • Bachelor's degree
  • 10 years experience in a fast-paced project/innovation environment
  • Ability to communicate with leadership and all levels of the organization
  • Experience in process design, implementation and improvement with proven track record of developing strategic partnerships with various client groups, including internal and external groups

Preferred:

  • PMP certification
  • Ability to work in all MS office software systems including PowerBI

Culture and Benefits:

Sazerac offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, 401K, paid time off, and more. These benefits may vary depending on location and work type. Learn more about how we support our employees here.

The annual salary range for this role is $126,000 - $190,000. Final compensation will be based on relevant experience, qualifications, geographic location, and internal pay equity considerations.

Sazerac is committed to equality of opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, veteran status, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability or any other legally protected status.

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