Director, Global Competitive Intelligence

Moderna; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Director of Global Competitive Intelligence to shape its commercial strategy. This pivotal role involves leading competitive intelligence efforts, analyzing market trends, and providing strategic insights to enhance product positioning and launch readiness. The ideal candidate will thrive in a dynamic environment, leveraging their extensive experience to drive cross-functional collaboration and influence key decisions. Join a forward-thinking team dedicated to revolutionizing medicine and making a meaningful impact in the healthcare landscape.

Benefits

Best-in-class healthcare coverage

Holistic well-being resources

Lifestyle Spending Accounts

Family planning and adoption benefits

Generous paid time off

Savings and investment opportunities

Location-specific perks

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in competitive intelligence and commercial strategy.
• Proven ability to lead competitive strategies at a global scale.

Responsibilities

• Lead the global competitive intelligence strategy across inline brands.
• Deliver insights that inform product development and launch strategies.

Skills

Competitive Intelligence

Commercial Strategy

Market Insights

Stakeholder Engagement

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Life Sciences

Advanced degree (MBA, MS, PhD)

Tools

AI-driven CI platforms

Digital Dashboards

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The Role

At Moderna, we believe in the transformative power of mRNA science and its potential to revolutionize medicine. As we expand our portfolio across infectious diseases, rare diseases, and oncology, we are seeking a Director, Global Competitive Intelligence to lead Moderna’s commercial CI strategy across inline brands and pipeline assets. This role plays a pivotal part in ensuring Moderna stays ahead in a dynamic and competitive global landscape.

This individual will lead the design, execution, and evolution of Moderna’s competitive intelligence capabilities within the Commercial organization. Acting as a strategic thought partner to Commercial and Portfolio leadership, the Director will deliver foresight, market insights, and strategic recommendations to inform product positioning, scenario planning, and go-to-market strategies globally. The ideal candidate thrives in ambiguity, drives cross-functional alignment, and influences without authority to shape Moderna’s competitive readiness and commercial success.

Here’s What You’ll Do

• Own and lead the global competitive intelligence strategy for Commercial, spanning inline brands and pipeline programs across geographies and therapeutic areas.
• Monitor and analyze competitor pipelines, clinical trial data, regulatory strategies, commercial activities, and market trends to provide insights on competitive threats and opportunities.
• Deliver competitor insights that inform product development, launch strategies, and lifecycle management across Moderna’s portfolio.
• Represent the Competitive Intelligence function in key global Commercial planning forums, providing strategic foresight that supports global brand and launch planning.
• Evaluate the reliability of competitive intelligence research findings, upholding standards for accuracy, relevance, and quality in all deliverables, and effectively communicate the level of evidence to stakeholders.
• Drive intelligence gathering efforts in collaboration with regional teams, ensuring insights are tailored to the nuances of both established and emerging markets.
• Act as a strategic partner to global Commercial, Portfolio, and Therapeutic Area leaders to proactively shape positioning, differentiation, and launch readiness through competitive intelligence insights.
• Present actionable insights that inform senior leadership’s strategic decisions.
• Lead strategic vendor partnerships, ensuring delivery of high-impact insights while managing quality, timelines, and alignment.
• Continuously improve CI frameworks and methodologies, leveraging digital tools and automation to ensure efficiency and accuracy in intelligence delivery.

Here's What You'll Need

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Life Sciences, or a related field
• 10+ years of experience in competitive intelligence, commercial strategy, strategic insights, or related roles in pharmaceuticals, life sciences, healthcare, technology, consulting, or other innovation sectors
• Proven ability to lead competitive or market intelligence strategies that inform high-stakes decisions, ideally at a global scale
• Strong understanding of product lifecycles, market shaping, and global dynamics — with ability to quickly learn regulatory and drug development environments
• Experience translating data into strategic recommendations, engaging stakeholders, and influencing without authority
• Experience managing CI vendors or external partners with an emphasis on quality, timeliness, and strategic alignment
• Strong cross-functional collaboration skills across Medical Affairs, Market Access, Commercial, and Clinical Development

Here’s What You’ll Bring To The Table

• Preferred Qualifications:
• Advanced degree (MBA, MS, PhD) in a relevant field
• Experience with commercial strategy in life sciences, biotech, or adjacent industries
• Familiarity with healthcare systems, regulatory strategy, or go-to-market models in complex environments
• Familiarity with AI-driven CI platforms, digital dashboards, and foresight tools
• Strategic leadership experience in matrixed, global environments

At Moderna, we believe that when you feel your best, you can do your best work. Our US benefits and global well-being resources are designed to support you—at work, at home, and everywhere in between.

• Best-in-class healthcare coverage, plus a suite of voluntary benefit programs
• A holistic approach to well-being, with access to fitness, mindfulness, and mental health support
• Lifestyle Spending Accounts to personalize your well-being journey
• Family planning and adoption benefits
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, volunteer days, sabbatical, global recharge days, and a discretionary year-end shutdown
• Savings and investment opportunities
• Location-specific perks and extras

About Moderna

Since 2010, we have aspired to build the leading mRNA technology platform and a world-class team. We believe in giving our people a platform to change medicine and an opportunity to change the world.

By living our mission, values, and mindsets daily, our people drive our scientific progress and culture. We are creating a culture of belonging and caring deeply for our patients, employees, environment, and communities.

We are recognized as a Science Magazine Top Biopharma Employer, a Fast Company Best Workplace for Innovators, and a Great Place to Work in the U.S.

If you want to make a difference and join a team that is changing the future of medicine, visit modernatx.com/careers to learn more about our opportunities.

Our Working Model

We embrace a 70/30 in-office work model to foster innovation, teamwork, and mentorship. Join us in shaping a world where every interaction matters.

Moderna is a smoke-free, alcohol-free, and drug-free environment.

Equal Opportunities

We are committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination. We consider qualified applicants regardless of personal characteristics protected by law. Moderna is an E-Verify Employer and considers applicants regardless of criminal history.

Accommodations

We value diverse experiences and backgrounds. We offer reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Contact [e-mail] for assistance.

Export Control Notice

This position may involve access to technology or data subject to U.S. export control laws. Only U.S. persons are eligible due to legal restrictions.