Director, Business Insights Analytics – Rare Disease

Merck & Co., Inc.

Upper Gwynedd, PA, USA
Base: $210,400.00 - $331,100.00; bonus/equity: ann...
Hybrid
12+ years marketing insights experience
3+ years leading commercial insights teams
Rare disease or specialty therapeutic expertise
The Director will lead a diverse insight team across market research, data strategy, forecasting, and competitive insights to inform launch and go-to-market strategies

Job Summary

  • The Director will lead a diverse insight team across market research, data strategy, forecasting, and competitive insights to inform launch and go-to-market strategies.
  • This role requires translating complex business priorities into interconnected problem-solving initiatives while tracking realized business value for the organization.
  • The company offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and paid time off, along with an annual bonus and long-term incentives.

Matching Summary

The Director will lead a diverse insight team across market research, data strategy, forecasting, and competitive insights to inform launch and go-to-market strategies.

Salary

Base: $210,400.00 - $331,100.00; Bonus/Equity: Annual bonus and long-term incentive eligible; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid holidays, vacation

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 12+ years marketing insights experience
  • 3+ years leading commercial insights teams
  • Rare disease or specialty therapeutic expertise
  • US healthcare and pharma marketing knowledge
  • Cross-functional team leadership skills
  • Commercial analytics and data strategy

Nice-to-have

  • Intellectual curiosity and entrepreneurial spirit
  • Growth mindset and continuous learning culture
  • Experience with digital human health (DHH)
  • Strong stakeholder relationship management
  • Ability to mentor next generation leaders

Key Requirements

  • Undergraduate degree required; MBA or Master's preferred
  • Minimum 12+ years in pharmaceutical marketing insights
  • Minimum 3+ years in leading commercial insights teams
  • Deep knowledge of respiratory and chronic diseases
  • Hybrid work model requiring 3 days on-site weekly

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