Lead, Competitive Intelligence & Insights - Portfolio Strategy

Biocon; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 3,800,000 - 5,600,000; Full time

Job summary

Biocon Limited, headquartered in Bengaluru, is seeking a Lead for Competitive Intelligence & Insights within Portfolio Strategy. This role reports to the Head of Portfolio Strategy and leads the CI sub-function for biosimilars and generics.

You will generate insights into the competitive landscape, product pipelines, clinical development, and market dynamics. The ideal candidate has 10–12 years in CI/Market Research/Strategy in pharma or biotech, with strong analytical skills, proficiency in MS

Qualifications

• 10–12 years of hands-on experience in CI, market research, or strategy within pharma/biotech.
• Detail oriented with strong analytical skills and ability to synthesize diverse sources.
• Proficient in MS Office; experience with CI databases (IQVIA, GlobalData) is a must.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; ability to prepare clear reports and presentations.
• Postgraduate degree in Pharmacy/Biotechnology; MBA is an added advantage.
• Self-motivated with proactive problem solving and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Identify and monitor key competitors across therapeutic areas in pharma/biotech.
• Collect, curate, and analyze data on competitor activities: market size, forecasts, pipelines, R&D investments, regulatory milestones.
• Track regulatory and policy developments affecting the industry and summarize impact.
• Prepare dashboards, trackers, and leadership-ready reports and presentations.
• Provide deep-dives on trends, tech innovations, and strategic implications for portfolio strategy.

Skills

Competitive Intelligence

Market Research

Strategy

Analytical Skills

Education

Postgraduate degree in Pharmacy/Biotechnology

MBA or management qualification

Tools

IQVIA

GlobalData

EvaluatePharma

Job description

Biocon Limited is a global biopharmaceutical company driven by its purpose to provide affordable, life-changing medicines to patients worldwide. Headquartered in Bengaluru, India, Biocon addresses some of the world’s most pressing healthcare challenges across chronic and non-communicable diseases by offering both biosimilars and generics at scale across geographies. Through this diversified portfolio, Biocon focuses on areas of high unmet need, spanning key therapy areas including diabetes, oncology, obesity, cardiovascular diseases, immunology, ophthalmology, and bone health. The Company has pioneered several industry firsts that have helped shape the global biosimilars landscape. To date, the company has commercialized 12 biosimilar products and 30+ generic formulations globally. It has robust research and development pipeline of 20+ biosimilar assets, as well as GLP-1 peptides and other complex generics. With an integrated lab-to-patient model, Biocon brings together research and development, manufacturing, and commercial capabilities to ensure reliable and scalable supply of medicines. The company operates in more than 120 countries, supported by seven manufacturing sites, three R&D sites, 18 offices worldwide, and a workforce of over 9,500 employees. Biocon has been included in the S&P Global Sustainability Yearbook 2026 for the fourth consecutive year, underscoring its commitment to sustainable and responsible growth.

Position: Lead, Competitive Intelligence & Insights - Portfolio Strategy

Experience Level: 10-12 years

Educational Background: Postgraduate degree in Pharmacy/Biotechnology; MBA is a strong advantage

Job Description:

We are looking for a strong candidate with a techno-commercial background and hands-on experience in the pharmaceutical industry either as a consultant (IQVIA etc.) or at a pharma ma

jor.The role reports into the Head of Portfolio Strategy and will be leading the Competitive Intelligence sub-function for our biosimilars and generics busin

ess.The ideal candidate will support strategic decision-making by generating insights into the competitive landscape, product pipelines, clinical development, and market dynamics.

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify and monitor key competitors across relevant therapeutic areas within the pharma and biotech sector
• Collect, curate, and analyse data on competitor activities, including:

Market size, forecasts

Product pipelines and R&D investments

Clinical trial updates and outcomes

Regulatory milestones (approvals, submissions, designations)

Strategic alliances, M&A activity, licensing, and collaborations

Financial performance and market share analysis

• Track and summarize global regulatory and policy developments impacting the industry (e.g., drug pricing, reimbursement).
• Provide regular updates and deep-dive reports to internal stakeholders to support portfolio strategy and forecasting.
• Proactively monitor emerging trends, disruptive technologies, and scientific innovations relevant to our business.
• Contribute to the preparation of dashboards, trackers, and presentation materials for leadership and cross-functional teams.

Candidate Requirements:

• 10-12 years of hands-on experience in Competitive Intelligence, Market Research, or Strategy roles within the Pharmaceutical or Biotech industry.
• Detail oriented with strong analytical and research skills with the ability to synthesize complex information from diverse sources.
• Proficiency in MS Office tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) is a must; experience with competitive intelligence databases (e.g., IQVIA, GlobalData, EvaluatePharma) is a must
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to create clear, concise, and impactful reports and presentations.
• Postgraduate degree in Pharmacy, Biotechnology, or Life Sciences; MBA or management qualification is an added advantage.
• Self-motivated with a proactive approach to problem-solving and critical thinking
• High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy and timeliness in deliverables
• Strong sense of curiosity, business acumen, and ability to work cross-functionally

Biocon is an Equal Opportunity, EEO / Aff…