Analyst supporting innovation strategy and market intelligence for Ajinomoto Health & Nutrition. Conducting research and analysis to drive growth opportunities in food and health sectors.
Responsibilities
Conduct ongoing monitoring and analysis of market trends, technology developments, scientific advancements, and innovation ecosystems, with a focus on life sciences, agricultural technology (Ag Tech), and advanced materials.
Identify and synthesize insights from diverse sources, including scientific literature, market research, company activity, intellectual property trends, publications, databases, and expert input.
Translate early signals and incomplete data into forward-looking, decision-relevant market and technology intelligence.
Contribute to the development and maintenance of a systematic, repeatable market intelligence capability, including datasets, analytical frameworks, and standardized reporting formats.
Produce high-quality intelligence outputs such as insight briefs, landscape analyses, trend reports, and strategic perspectives to support leadership decision-making.
Translate market and technology intelligence into strategic hypotheses, opportunity maps, and innovation insights.
Support scenario analysis and early business case development for emerging growth opportunities.
Assist in refining and updating innovation strategy frameworks as new information emerges.
Provide analytical input that informs Ajinomoto’s long-term innovation strategy and growth planning.
Support the Innovation Strategy Department in establishing a standardized approach to innovation strategy development by contributing analysis, templates, tools, and methodologies.
Prepare materials for strategy workshops, working sessions, and cross-functional discussions, including pre-reads, analytical summaries, and discussion frameworks.
Capture, synthesize, and translate workshop outputs into actionable insights and follow-on analysis.
Collaborate closely with the Corporate Venture Capital team to translate market and technology intelligence into investment-relevant perspectives.
Engage with Research and Development and business teams to support early-stage exploration of innovation opportunities.
Conduct preliminary assessments of external companies, technologies, partnerships, and ecosystems to inform prioritization and next-step discussions.
Support engagement with the United States innovation ecosystem by preparing background materials and insights for external meetings, events, and collaborations.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree required in a scientific, engineering, or technical discipline, such as biology, chemistry, biochemistry, chemical engineering, biomedical engineering, materials science, or a related field.
Master’s degree or Doctorate preferred, particularly where it supports strong scientific literacy and comfort engaging with complex technical topics.
Two or more years of experience in: A top-tier strategic consulting firm or Corporate strategy, innovation strategy, market intelligence, or analytical roles within a technology-driven or science-based organization.
Demonstrated experience conducting structured primary and secondary research and competitive or landscape analysis.
Proven ability to translate complex scientific or technical information into clear, actionable insights for business or senior leadership audiences.
Experience working in early-stage, emerging, or ambiguous strategic environments strongly preferred.
Experience working cross-functionally and in global or cross-cultural environments is a plus.
Benefits
Competitive Pay and Annual Bonus Opportunity
401(k) with Company Contributions
Medical, Dental, and Vision — Effective Day 1
Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, and Floating Holidays
Paid Parental Leave
Wellness Programs and Yearly Wellness Reimbursement
Work Flexibility
Company-Paid Life and Disability Insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Tuition Reimbursement Opportunities
Career Growth and Development within a Global Organization
Company-Provided Mental Health and Caregiving support
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