Looking for a challenge in one of the world’s largest airfreight logistics organisations?
At IAG Cargo, we’re in the business of moving things. From antibiotics and rhinoceroses to gold bullion, avocados, and everything in between, whatever people need, wherever they are, IAG Cargo is there to bring them the necessary and niche.
As the logistics and cargo brand of International Airlines Group, you’ll work across the globally recognised brands of Aer Lingus, British Airways, Iberia, Level and Vueling.
As well as helping to keep the world’s economies turning, we believe in building a great place for our colleagues to work. Our people are determined, curious, collaborative and take huge pride in everything they do.
The role:
As an Innovation Manager, you will lead our efforts to identify, develop, and deploy innovative solutions that enhance our product/service offerings and drive our business forward. You will be at the heart of creating a culture of innovation within the company, working closely with cross-functional teams to transform ideas into tangible outcomes.
What you’ll do:
- Lead the development and implementation of the company’s innovation strategy.
- Identify new market opportunities and technology trends that align with the company’s goals.
- Manage the innovation process from idea generation to execution, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget.
- Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to pilot and scale innovative solutions.
- Foster a culture of creativity and continuous improvement, encouraging team members to bring forward innovative ideas.
- Evaluate the success of innovation projects and report on their impact to senior management.
What you’ll bring to IAG Cargo
- Business oriented, focussing on benefits to the business
- Ability to communicate at all levels from warehouse staff to C leveL
- Demonstrates resilience
- Ability to make constructive challenge
- Able to work within a team, seek support when needed but drive direction independently
- Knowledge of automation, collaboration, and transaction management tools
- Willingness to take risks and the ability to stay persistent
- Expertise in the field of product development/management
- Ability to prioritize multiple projects all at once
- Strong communication and networking skills
- Creative ability to think and plan
- Strong business and technical understanding
- Ability to make clear decisions and map out goals for the team
- Strong management and leadership skills
Your experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or related field. A Master’s degree is a plus.
- 3-5 years of experience in innovation management, product development, or a related field.
- Strong leadership skills with a proven ability to manage cross-functional teams.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
- Exceptional communication and presentation skills, capable of conveying complex ideas clearly and persuasively.
- Familiarity with the latest trends in technology and a keen interest in staying ahead of market developments.
Desirable Experience/Skills
- Use and application of continuous improvement methodologies including Lean
methodology - Logistics 2+ years would be well regarded
- English and Spanish speaking
What we offer:
Wherever you work within IAG Cargo, you’ll play a part in connecting people and countries and join a diverse and inclusive business that’s making a difference to the future of aviation.
Colleagues working for IAG Cargo:
- Benefit from attractive and competitive rewards aligned to the local market and role.
- From the day you join us, you’ll get access to brilliant staff travel benefits including unlimited basic and premium standby tickets on British Airways and group airlines. You’ll also receive up to 30 discounted ‘Hotline’ airfares per year for yourself, friends, and family.
- Work with diverse colleagues in a business that truly values inclusion and diversity.
- Are valued for their ideas and opinions.
- Benefit from opportunities for development and progression.
- Are able to support communities across the world, and close to home.
- Work in an environment in which safety and wellbeing are paramount.
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
Our recruitment procedures positively support our equity, diversity, and inclusion agenda.
All candidates are considered strictly on their merits in relation to the criteria for the role, treated fairly and consistently and have their individual needs responded to throughout the process.
Please advise us if you require any reasonable adjustments to take part in the recruitment process so we’re able to remove any barriers that may present themselves.
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