## Senior Manager, Digital InnovationBarcelona Auditori, Spain**Location: Barcelona, Spain**At dsm-firmenich, we’re building the future by harnessing the power of digital innovation and we’re looking for a hands-on, tech-savvy, and highly organized Digital Innovation Manager to help drive this transformation.In this role, you’ll be at the front line of shaping disruptive innovation. You’ll support the end-to-end execution of early-stage projects, while collaborating directly with senior leadership on strategic initiatives. With a structured mindset, strong executional drive, and natural curiosity for emerging digital technologies, you’ll have the chance to experiment, grow, and make a tangible impact through your work.If you’re energized by ambiguity, passionate about innovation and digital technology, we’d love to hear from you.**Key responsibilities:*** Collaborate with business leaders and address business challenges by presenting potential solutions through technology, startups, and alternative business models* Oversee the digital innovation lifecycle of an initiative (Lighthouse), including opportunity framing, solution development, execution, and handover for scaling* Build multi-disciplinary teams to design and deliver scalable proof-of-concepts that generate measurable impact* Establish a culture that supports experimentation by encouraging the organization to explore innovative ideas and promote continuous learning* Define and promote methodologies and best practices to accelerate digital innovation across the organization* Manage and administer the digital innovation portfolio with a focus on value realization, financial oversight, and resource allocation* Explore opportunities for Open Innovation and engage with startups, research institutions, and industry thought leaders* Stay informed on the latest industry and technology trends. Collaborate with internal experts to explore technical feasibility of new concepts to prepare for new digital innovation initiatives.**We offer:*** A rich history and a promising future of bold scientific innovation and passionate creation with our customers* The opportunity to work for a company where sustainability is much more than a claim and is core to our strategy and purpose* A flexible work environment that empowers people to take accountability for their work and own the outcome* Barrier-free communities within our organization where every employee is equally valued and respected – regardless of their background, beliefs, or identity* A firm belief that working together with our customers is the key to achieving great things and an eagerness to be one team and learn from each other to bring progress to life and create a better future**You bring:*** Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Innovation Management, or related field* 8-10 years of hands-on experience in digital innovation, project coordination, or consulting* Imaginative – A creative thinker, continuously exploring new possibilities, questioning assumptions, and finding unconventional ways to innovate* Industry – Experience or strong interest in BeautyTech, HealthTech, or FoodTech.* Entrepreneurial & Doer Mindset – driving progress in complex environments through creative yet structured approaches. Navigate ambiguity and thrive in fast-paced, dynamic settings* Communicate & Influence – Strong communication skills to convey complex ideas clearly, build trusted relationships, and engage and influence senior stakeholders. Fluent in English; other languages a plus* Leadership & Collaboration – Ability to lead cross-functional teams and driving alignment across diverse stakeholders. Collaborate effectively on a global scale, navigating geographies, business units, and cultures with ease* Tech Savvy - Familiarity with tech concepts: APIs, data models, cloud platforms, digital product development**About dsm-firmenich**At dsm-firmenich, we don’t just meet expectations – we go beyond them.Join our global team powered by science, creativity, and a shared purpose: to bring progress to life.From elevating health to making fortified food and sustainable skincare, the impact of your work here will be felt by millions – every single day. Whether it’s fragrance that helps you focus, alternative meat that’s better for the planet, or reducing sugar without losing flavor, this is where you help shape the future of nutrition, health, and beauty for everyone, everywhere.Because real progress only happens when we go beyond, together.**Inclusion, belonging and equal opportunity statement**At dsm-firmenich, we believe being a force for good starts with the way we treat each other. When people feel supported, included, and free to be themselves, they do their best work – and that’s exactly the kind of culture we’re building. A place where opportunity is truly equal, authenticity is celebrated, and everyone has the chance to grow, contribute, and feel they belong.We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we’re serious about making our hiring process as fair and inclusive as possible. From inclusive language and diverse interview panels to thoughtful sourcing, we’re committed to reflecting the world we serve.We welcome candidates from all backgrounds — no matter your gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or anything else that makes you, you.And if you have a disability or need any support through the application process, we’re here to help – just let us know what you need, and we’ll do everything we can to make it work.**Agency statement**We’re managing this search directly at dsm-firmenich. If you’re applying as an individual, we’d love to hear from you. We’re not accepting agency submissions or proposals involving fees or commissions for this role.**Senior Manager, Digital Innovation**
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