Global Obesity Marketing Strategist

MSD; Rahway (NJ); Hybrid; USD 142,000 - 224,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Long-term incentive

Comprehensive benefits

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

MSD is seeking an Associate Director, Global Marketing – Obesity to shape the global commercial strategy for obesity assets in development. You will work across Clinical Development, Medical Affairs, Market Access, Outcomes Research, and regional teams to build a differentiated market position and value proposition for HCPs and HCCs.

You will apply brand strategy frameworks and translate insights into actionable strategic recommendations, contributing to launch readiness and enterprise value

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive or combined experience across marketing, market access, strategy, or related pharmaceutical/biotechnology roles.
• Experience in obesity and related competitive markets.
• Experience developing HCP/HCC strategies, value propositions and messaging.
• Understanding of early asset development and launch strategy.
• Ability to translate complex inputs into executive-ready recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the global commercial strategy for obesity assets in development.
• Define differentiated HCP and HCC value propositions for each asset.
• Apply the brand strategy framework to build commercial foundations and positioning.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate insights into strategic actions.
• Monitor competitive intelligence and market trends to inform prioritization.
• Prepare governance materials and leadership updates with clear assumptions and risks.

Skills

Adaptability

Biopharmaceutical Industry

Biotechnology

Brand Strategy

Communication Strategy Development

Creativity

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Cross-Team Collaboration

Customer-Focused

Customer Insights

Global Marketing

Market Access

Market Research

Product Management

Strategic Market Analysis

Strategic Thinking

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

MBA

Tools

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Job description

MSD is seeking an Associate Director, Global Marketing – Obesity to shape the global commercial strategy for obesity assets in development. You will work across Clinical Development, Medical Affairs, Market Access, Outcomes Research, and regional teams to build a differentiated market position and value proposition for HCPs and HCCs.

You will apply brand strategy frameworks and translate insights into actionable strategic recommendations, contributing to launch readiness and enterprise value