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Cooley

Competitive Intelligence Analyst

Seattle, WA

Ability to work extended and/or weekend hours, as required * 4+ years' direct applicable experience (e.g., competitive intelligence experience, or other relevant research experience); Eligible for ...

Bayer

Global Competitive Intelligence Director

Whippany, NJ · On-site

$175.36K - $263.04K/yr

Global Competitive Intelligence Director Position Overview: The GSI Competitive Insights (CI) Director is a key member of the cross functional GSI team directly supporting Product Teams in developing ...

Cooley

Competitive Intelligence Analyst

Seattle, WA

Ability to work extended and/or weekend hours, as required * 4+ years' direct applicable experience (e.g., competitive intelligence experience, or other relevant research experience); Eligible for ...

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As of Jun 1, 2026, the average yearly pay for director competitive intelligence in the United States is $153,889.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $141,000.00 and $160,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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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.

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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.

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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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Competitive Intelligence Director

Competitive Intelligence Director

GlaxoSmithKline

Philadelphia, PA • On-site

Full-time

Posted 17 days ago

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8.9

Company rating: 8.9 out of 10

Based on 19 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

9th of 71 rated pharmaceutical

Job description

Are you a Competitive Intelligenceor Vaccinesprofessional seeking the next challenge in your career?This may be the perfect role for you.

We areseekingadeeply curious, strategic thinkerto joinourGlobalVaccinesCompetitive Intelligence team.Inthis role,you willbea key partner toGlobal Product Strategy (GPS),R&D and Medicalteamswithin GSK's Global Vaccinesorganization. You will act as an objective,criticaland strategic advisor based on your deepexpertisein current and future competitive drivers in the vaccines market. This is an exciting opportunity toinfluence strategy developmentand investmentdecisions anddeliver insightful and forward-looking analysis and recommendations to help shapecompetitiveGSK brand strategies.

The role can be located inthe UK (London) or the US (Upper Providence or Philadelphia).

Key Responsibilities:

Describe the key deliverables to be achieved by the post holder and the ongoing responsibilities of the role

  • Partner-Act asa trusted strategicadvisortoGPS, R&D and Medicalteams, providing dedicated competitive intelligence support for assigned brand(s) and program(s)on all relevant market and competition areas, bringingobjective, independent thinking. Partner with other Vaccines functions and markets as needed toprovidebroader insight and analysis

  • Analysis-Collect andsynthesizeinternal and external data with expert use of a wide range of information sources to deriveproactive,timelyand actionable competitive insight.Develop holistic and predictive competitor landscape assessments based on a thorough understanding and analysis of internal and external business issues,using robust CI sources and innovative methodologiesas needed

  • Recommendations- Useexpertiseon current and future competitive drivers in the marketplace to make critical recommendationsfrom your analysis, relatingimpacton our ability to be competitiveand influencing without authority.Proactively propose further areas of analysis relevant to the asset's life cycle/place in market andthat are relevant to ourbusinessstrategies.Ensure relevantCIanalysis and deliverables are integrated intokeystagegates ofthecommercializationprocess, such asbrand planning, forecasting, evidence generation and strategic decision making

  • Rapid Key Event Coverage-Shape and directcoverage of key events relevantforyour area,ensuringeffective integration, consolidation andrapidcommunication of analyses and insights. Help develop systems/processesthatcanenable fast response to unplanned/ad hoc analysis

  • Congresses-Lead competitive intelligence planningand coveragefor key congressesrelevant to assigned brand(s) and disease area(s)with input from GSK teams and/orthird-partyagency. Drive GSK team preparedness, ensure key intelligence questionsaredeveloped, align on-site activitiesas neededandconsolidatekey insights anddisseminatepost-congress

  • CI Capabilities- Working with the Head of Competitive Intelligence,contribute to andhelp shape evolution of the team todevelopbest-in-class CI capabilities, and increase the value of CI to GSK

  • Indirect Team-Manageworkflowand capabilities of the broader resource structure supportingthe CI team. Lead and coach these resources on high, focused performance,optimizingthe team to deliver maximum value

  • External Research- Engage third party agencies asappropriateand ensure all CI research activities are conducted withinappropriate GSKcode of conduct,complianceand ethical business practices

Why you?

Basic Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree

  • Minimum7years' experience in healthcare,pharmaceutical,strategyconsultancy or financial institution

  • Functional experience in competitive intelligence,gained either directly within a pharmaceutical company or from within a relevant healthcare CI,investmentor consulting environment

  • Strongunderstandingofthemedicine/vaccinedevelopmentandcommercializationprocess, including activities from preclinical through marketing of a product, and business knowledge of pharmaceutical/vaccinecompanies and their business practices

  • Excellent ability to condense significant amounts of complex informationinto sharp,succinctand impactful deliverables

  • Experienced in matrix environment with ability to build strong relationships and drive impact across a range of functions, seniority, and geographical locations

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Ph.D.- Science

  • Deep understanding ofand experience inmultiple vaccines indications that can be applied to competitive intelligence

  • Previousexperienceworkingin commercial functionsin a pharmaceutical company(global/regional, marketing,sales,etc)

  • Proven ability to challenge, influence and support senior stakeholders

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Please visit GSK US Benefits Summary to learn more about the comprehensive benefits program GSK offers US employees.

Why GSK?

Uniting science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together.

GSK is a global biopharma company with a purpose to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together. We aim to positively impact the health of 2.5 billion people by the end of the decade, as a successful, growing company where people can thrive. We get ahead of disease by preventing and treating it with innovation in specialty medicines and vaccines. We focus on four therapeutic areas: respiratory, immunology and inflammation; oncology; HIV; and infectious diseases - to impact health at scale.

People and patients around the world count on the medicines and vaccines we make, so we're committed to creating an environment where our people can thrive and focus on what matters most. Our culture of being ambitious for patients, accountable for impact and doing the right thing is the foundation for how, together, we deliver for patients, shareholders and our people.

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GlaxoSmithKline is a globally recognized pharmaceutical and healthcare company based in Philadelphia, PA, USA. Originated from a merger between Glaxo Wellcome and SmithKline Beecham in 2000, the company excels in the pharmaceutical industry and holds a leading position in making medicines, vaccines, and consumer healthcare products. GSK's mission is to improve the quality of human life by enabling people to do more, feel better, and live longer. They adhere to core values of transparency, integrity, respect for people, and patient-focus, reflecting in their endeavors to conduct research and deliver innovative healthcare solutions to patients and consumers worldwide.

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10,000+ Employees

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Philadelphia, PA, US

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