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Director Competitive Intelligence Jobs in Ontario

PolyAI

Head of Product Marketing

Toronto, ON

CA$344K - CA$451K/yr

This role will own PolyAI's core product messaging, positioning, and competitive intelligence ... Catalog an understanding of PolyAI's direct and indirect competitors and ensure that our messaging ...

Sephora

Director, Insights & Analytics

Toronto, ON · On-site

As the Director, Insights & Analytics , you will define the strategy for commercial forecasting ... Lead market share, competitive intelligence, pricing, and performance analyses to support growth ...

Revaly

Director of Marketing

Toronto, ON · On-site

CA$120K - CA$150K/yr

About the Role As Director of Marketing, you'll own Revaly's marketing strategy and turn our ... Develop differentiated competitive positioning and market intelligence that helps Revaly sharpen ...

CEPRES

Own systematic market and competitive intelligence as an ongoing function: maintain a structured ... Direct experience in the private markets, alternative investments, asset management, or financial ...

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As of Aug 19, 2026, the average yearly pay for director competitive intelligence in Ontario is $116,988.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $75,500.00 and $167,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a director competitive intelligence do?

A Director of Competitive Intelligence leads the strategy and execution of gathering, analyzing, and leveraging competitive insights to inform business decisions. They monitor market trends, assess competitor activities, and collaborate with key stakeholders to develop strategic recommendations. Their responsibilities often include utilizing data-driven methodologies, managing research tools, and presenting findings to executive leadership. By identifying opportunities and threats, they help the company maintain a competitive edge in its industry.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a director competitive intelligence?

To thrive as a Director Competitive Intelligence, you need deep expertise in market research, data analysis, and strategic planning, often paired with an advanced degree in business or a related field. Familiarity with analytics platforms, CRM systems, and business intelligence tools—such as Tableau, Salesforce, and CI-specific databases—is highly valuable, as is certification in competitive intelligence practices (e.g., SCIP). Strong leadership, communication, and critical thinking skills are crucial for transforming complex information into actionable insights and guiding cross-functional teams. These abilities ensure informed decision-making and sustained competitive advantage for the organization.

What are some common challenges faced by directors of competitive intelligence and how can I overcome them?

Directors of Competitive Intelligence often face challenges such as rapidly changing market conditions, ensuring data accuracy, and transforming vast amounts of information into clear, actionable insights for executive leadership. To overcome these challenges, it’s important to stay up-to-date on industry trends, implement robust data validation processes, and foster strong communication channels with stakeholders in marketing, sales, and product development. Staying adaptable and proactively building cross-functional relationships will help you deliver timely intelligence that supports business strategy. Many successful professionals in this role also invest in ongoing training and peer networking to keep their skills sharp and insights relevant.

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Infographic showing various Director Competitive Intelligence job openings in Ontario as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 69% Full Time, 26% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $116,988 per year, or $56.2 per hour.

Senior Competitive Intelligence Manager

Sonova

Kitchener, ON • Hybrid

CA$112K - CA$140K/yr

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Kitchener, Canada

 

Senior Manager, Competitive Intelligence (6-Month Contract) 

Sonova is seeking a Senior Manager, Competitive Intelligence for a 6-month contract opportunity, with the possibility of extension based on business needs. This role offers a flexible hybrid schedule and will lead competitive intelligence activities that inform business, brand, portfolio, channel, and go-to-market decisions. The Senior Manager will translate market, consumer, retail, channel, and competitor dynamics into clear insights and recommendations for global and regional stakeholders, helping strengthen Sonova's category leadership and commercial effectiveness.

Responsibilities:

Serve as a strategic partner to global and regional Marketing, Sales, Retail, Channel, and Commercial teams
Identify and translate key developments across hearing care channels, retail networks, wholesale partners, digital touchpoints, and consumer access models into actionable insights
Lead complex competitive intelligence projects from scoping through executive-ready recommendations
Partner with regions, group companies, and commercial teams to connect global insights with local market realities
Monitor competitor, channel, retail, consumer access, and market disruption trends to support strategic decision-making
Create concise narratives and recommendations for senior leadership forums
Leverage AI and digital tools to improve competitive intelligence processes, knowledge sharing, and speed-to-insight

More about you:

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Economics, Social Sciences, Psychology, or a related field
12+ years of experience in similar business-facing roles, ideally within healthcare, medical device, or a global matrixed organization
Strong experience generating meaningful insights from primary and secondary data sources
Ability to translate complex market and competitive intelligence into clear, actionable recommendations
Strong communication, analytical, problem-solving, project leadership, and stakeholder management skills
Comfortable working independently in a fast-paced, ambiguous, and internationally matrixed environment
Proficient with MS Office, Power BI, AI tools, and digital technologies with a strong business mindset

Travel:

5 - 10% travel may be required.

Don't meet all the criteria?  If you're willing to go all in and learn, we'd love to hear from you! 

 

We are looking forward to receiving your application via our online job application platform. For this position only direct applications will be considered. Sonova does not recruit via app, telegram, carrier pigeon or any other format that does not include speaking with an actual human. If you are offered a job without speaking with someone, please contact Sonova HR.

 

This role's pay range is between: $112,000 - $140,000 annually 

Sonova Canada is now a certified Great Place to Work May 2024- May 2025.

 

 

How we work:

At Sonova, we prioritize the well-being of our employees and foster an inclusive environment that promotes engagement and collaboration. Our team-customized hybrid work model empowers teams to balance individual needs with business goals, offering flexibility and individualized time management. We recognize the importance of life outside of work and strive to create a supportive and motivating workplace where innovation thrives.

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Medical equipment and supplies manufacturing

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Aurora, IL, US

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