Competitive Intelligence Manager Jobs in Baltimore, MD

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Responsibilities

Establish and drive the strategic vision for market analysis and competitive intelligence, identifying emerging trends, disruptive market shifts, and growth opportunities. Translate market insights into product strategies and differentiated value propositions that drive business growth and competitive advantage.

Direct the evaluation and prioritization of market opportunities and innovation initiatives, building compelling business cases that influence investment decisions. Leverage distributor feedback, consumer insights, industry trends, demographic changes, and competitive dynamics to shape the long-term product roadmap and strategic portfolio direction.

Lead product development initiatives, aligning cross-functional teams around product vision, feature prioritization, profitability objectives, market positioning, sales targets, and launch strategies. Ensure initiatives support enterprise growth objectives and deliver measurable business outcomes.

Champion innovation and product incubation efforts by overseeing feasibility assessments, research and development activities, hypothesis testing, and opportunity sizing. Lead the development of enterprise-level capability-based assessments and execution strategies while identifying operational, technological, and market implications of new opportunities.

Serve as a thought leader and product subject matter expert to executive leadership and business stakeholders, partnering with Distribution, Marketing, Finance, Technology, Operations, and other functional leaders to define and optimize product strategy, investment priorities, and go-to-market plans.

Leverage strategic partnerships with distributors, TPAs, vendors, and external industry stakeholders, influencing product direction, identifying new growth opportunities, and enhancing organizational market intelligence.

Develop and deliver executive-level communications and recommendations, synthesizing complex research, financial analysis, and market intelligence into actionable strategic insights. Present business cases, innovation opportunities, and portfolio recommendations to senior leadership to support enterprise decision-making.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a business-related field or equivalent experience

Seven years of product development experience in the retirement industry

In-depth knowledge of retirement product features, trends, and shifts in regulatory requirements,

Working knowledge of profitability metrics

Analytical skills and attention to detail to perform market analysis, customer research, opportunity sizing, profitability assessments, and risk/legal/compliance assessments

Communication and interpersonal skills to educate audience and advocate recommendations with team members and stakeholders at all levels of the organization

Decision making skills to create scope and content for consumer market research, and use insights to develop product design and features

Strategic thinking and facilitation skills

Leadership and coaching skills to mentor peers and guide team members

Presentation skills to provide research data and recommendations to senior leadership

Willingness to pursue and complete higher education/professional designations

Advanced proficiency in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)

Preferred Qualifications

Professional designations (e.g. CLU, ChFC, CFP, MBA, PMP)

Working Conditions

Hybrid Office environment

Occasional Travel (<10%)

Travel as needed for internal meetings or due diligence visits

The Salary for this position generally ranges between$110,000-125,000 annually. Please note that the salary range is a good faith estimate for this position and actual starting pay is determined by several factors includingqualifications, experience, geography, work location designation (in-office, hybrid, remote) and operational needs. Salary may vary above and below the stated amounts, as permitted by applicable law.

Additionally, this position is typically eligible for an Annual Bonus of 17.5% based on the Company Bonus Plan/Individual Performance and is at the Company's discretion.

Disclaimer:

• We will never request personal information such as ID or payment for equipment upfront.
• Official offers are sent via DocuSign following a verbal offer-not through text or email

What We Offer

For eligible employees, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support both the personal and financial well-being of our employees.

Compensation Benefits

• Competitive Pay

• Bonus for Eligible Employees

Benefits Package

• Pension Plan

• 401k Match

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Disability Insurance

• Medical Insurance

• Dental Insurance

• Vision Insurance

• Employee Discounts

• Career Training & Development Opportunities

Health and Work/Life Balance Benefits

• Paid Time Off starting at 160 hours annually for employees in their first year of service.

• Ten (10) paid holidays per year (typically mirroring the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) holidays).

• Be Well Company holistic wellness program, which includes Wellness Coaching and Reward Dollars

• Parental Leave - fifteen (15) days of paid parental leave per calendar year to eligible employees with at least one year of service at the time of birth, placement of an adopted child, or placement of a foster care child.

• Adoption Assistance

• Employee Assistance Program

• Back-Up Care Program

• PTO for Volunteer Hours

• Employee Matching Gifts Program

• Employee Resource Groups

• Inclusion and Diversity Programs

• Employee Recognition Program

• Referral Bonus Programs

Inclusion & Diversity

We believe our commitment to diversity and inclusion creates a work environment filled with exceptional individuals. We're thrilled to have been recognized for our efforts through the Human Rights Campaign Corporate Equality Index, Dave Thomas Adoption Friendly Advocate, and several Seramount lists, including the Inclusion Index, 100 Best Companies for Working Parents, Best Companies for Dads, and Top 75 Companies for Executive Women.

To foster a culture of inclusivity throughout our workforce, workplace, and marketplace, Transamerica offers a wide range of diversity and inclusion programs. This includes our company-sponsored, employee-driven Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), which are formed around a shared interest or a common characteristic of diversity. ERGs are open to all employees. They provide a supportive environment to help us better appreciate our similarities and differences and understand how they benefit us all.

Giving Back

We believe our responsibilities extend beyond our corporate walls. That's why we created the Aegon Transamerica Foundation in 1994. Through a mix of financial grants and the volunteer efforts of our employees, the foundation supports nonprofit organizations focused on the things that matter most to our people in the communities where we live and work.

Transamerica's Parent Company

Aegon acquired the Transamerica business in 1999. Since its start in 1844, Aegon has grown into an international company serving more than 23.9 million people across the globe.* It offers investment, protection, and retirement solutions, always with a clear purpose: Helping people live their best lives. As a leading global investor and employer, the company seeks to have a positive impact by addressing critical environmental and societal issues, with a focus on climate change and inclusion and diversity.

* As of December 31, 2023