What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director, Global Market Research, CNS position at Otsuka Pharmaceutical Companies (U.S.)?
The Director, Global Market Research CNS at Otsuka Pharmaceuticals supports commercial insight needs for primarily late-stage CNS assets from Discovery to Launch and LCM globally. The GMR Director will be responsible for leading both primary and secondary market research and competitive intelligence along with other commercial insight generation for CNS assets.
The position is part of the GMMA organization. This role reports to the Senior Director, Global Market Research & Competitive Intelligence and will collaborate directly with the CNS Global Marketing team and cross-functional groups and regional affiliates. The Director of CNS Global Market Research will be an active contributor to the Global Marketing Market Access (GMMA) Group.
The Director position will lead the design, execution, and management of market research projects for late-stage assets (i.e. Ulotaront, Centanafadine, CT-152, SEP-135, Rexulti and Abilify Franchise). The Director is a market research subject matter expert and contributes to the to the annual Global Asset Planning. The Director is expected to select and manage market research agencies and to answer key business questions that drive business success. Additionally, the Director will integrate multiple sources of information/insights to support late-stage commercial teams in shaping brand development and strategy, including business cases, patient journey, brand positioning and customer needs assessment. The Director position requires strategic thinking, strong collaboration, and communication with the GMMA team and partnering with relevant functions and regions. The Director will make sure there is a consistent approach to late-stage assets in core branding deliverables from a market research approach (such as Segmentation, Positioning, Messaging, Creative).
Knowledge and Skills:
Accountability for Results - Stay focused on key strategic objectives, be accountable for high standards of performance, and take an active role in leading change.
Strategic Thinking & Problem Solving - Make decisions considering the long-term impact to customers, patients, employees, and the business.
Patient & Customer Centricity - Maintain an ongoing focus on the needs of our customers and/or key stakeholders.
Impactful Communication - Communicate with logic, clarity, and respect. Influence at all levels to achieve the best results for Otsuka.
Respectful Collaboration - Seek and value others’ perspectives and strive for diverse partnerships to enhance work toward common goals.
Empowered Development - Play an active role in professional development as a business imperative.
Come discover more about Otsuka and our benefit offerings; https://www.otsuka-us.com/careers-join-otsuka.
Disclaimer:
This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by the people assigned to this position. It is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to the position. Otsuka reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet business and organizational needs as necessary.
Otsuka is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will be given consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity or gender expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, national origin, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected characteristic.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation, if you are unable or limited in your ability to apply to this job opening as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by contacting Accommodation Request.
Statement Regarding Job Recruiting Fraud Scams
At Otsuka we take security and protection of your personal information very seriously. Please be aware individuals may approach you and falsely present themselves as our employees or representatives. They may use this false pretense to try to gain access to your personal information or acquire money from you by offering fictitious employment opportunities purportedly on our behalf.
Please understand, Otsuka will never ask for financial information of any kind or for payment of money during the job application process. We do not require any financial, credit card or bank account information and/or any payment of any kind to be considered for employment. We will also not offer you money to buy equipment, software, or for any other purpose during the job application process. If you are being asked to pay or offered money for equipment fees or some other application processing fee, even if claimed you will be reimbursed, this is not Otsuka. These claims are fraudulent and you are strongly advised to exercise caution when you receive such an offer of employment.
Otsuka will also never ask you to download a third-party application in order to communicate about a legitimate job opportunity. Scammers may also send offers or claims from a fake email address or from Yahoo, Gmail, Hotmail, etc, and not from an official Otsuka email address. Please take extra caution while examining such an email address, as the scammers may misspell an official Otsuka email address and use a slightly modified version duplicating letters.
To ensure that you are communicating about a legitimate job opportunity at Otsuka, please only deal directly with Otsuka through its official Otsuka Career website https://vhr-otsuka.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/External.
Otsuka will not be held liable or responsible for any claims, losses, damages or expenses resulting from job recruiting scams. If you suspect a position is fraudulent, please contact Otsuka’s call center at: 800-363-5670. If you believe you are the victim of fraud resulting from a job recruiting scam, please contact the FBI through the Internet Crime Complaint Center at: https://www.ic3.gov, or your local authorities.
Otsuka America Pharmaceutical Inc., Otsuka Pharmaceutical Development & Commercialization, Inc., and Otsuka Precision Health, Inc. (“Otsuka”) does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs/resumes submitted by search firms to any Otsuka employee directly or through Otsuka’s application portal without a valid written search agreement in place for the position will be considered Otsuka’s sole property. No fee will be paid if a candidate is hired by Otsuka as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions are position specific. Please, no phone calls or emails.
The position is part of the GMMA organization. This role reports to the Senior Director, Global Market Research & Competitive Intelligence and will collaborate directly with the CNS Global Marketing team and cross-functional groups and regional affiliates. The Director of CNS Global Market Research will be an active contributor to the Global Marketing Market Access (GMMA) Group.
The Director position will lead the design, execution, and management of market research projects for late-stage assets (i.e. Ulotaront, Centanafadine, CT-152, SEP-135, Rexulti and Abilify Franchise). The Director is a market research subject matter expert and contributes to the to the annual Global Asset Planning. The Director is expected to select and manage market research agencies and to answer key business questions that drive business success. Additionally, the Director will integrate multiple sources of information/insights to support late-stage commercial teams in shaping brand development and strategy, including business cases, patient journey, brand positioning and customer needs assessment. The Director position requires strategic thinking, strong collaboration, and communication with the GMMA team and partnering with relevant functions and regions. The Director will make sure there is a consistent approach to late-stage assets in core branding deliverables from a market research approach (such as Segmentation, Positioning, Messaging, Creative).
Knowledge and Skills:
- Autonomous approach to leading market research projects and competitive intelligence for an asset.
- Demonstrated excellence in executing market research projects and competitive intelligence initiatives as well as managing team meetings, agency partners and contract workers.
- Broad and deep knowledge of qualitative and quantitative market research tools and techniques
- Demonstrated competency in going beyond market research results and utilizing competitive intelligence information to provide deep customer insights that drive business success
- Proven track record of applying cutting-edge market research tools/techniques and competitive intelligence to positively influence business decision making and product development
- Demonstrated experience and expertise integrating primary and secondary data into synthesized information and insights
- Proven track record of applying complex findings (e.g., market research and competitive intelligence) to make a positive impact on brand development and commercialization strategy
- Oversee and deliver primary, secondary, and internal competitive intelligence in an effective and compelling manner
- Propose innovative, new ideas to increase the value/impact of competitive intelligence insights
- Unwavering commitment to teamwork and collaboration within and across functions
- Proactively takes ownership of building internal relationships with colleagues and mastering cultural standards.
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, including active listening and communicating with regional affiliates in Canada, Europe and Asian regions.
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with marketing and other commercial partners to influence decision making.
- Experience and confidence working with senior management.
- Adept at working in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
- Strong analytical skills and insights generation expertise Knowledge of and experience working with secondary data.
- Ability to think creatively and innovatively in solving complex business problems and to apply solutions to drive actionable results.
- Represent the GMMA function and associated interests in various business meetings and forums.
- Proven knowledge of the clinical development process and product lifecycle from early stage through product launch, maturity and loss of exclusivity.
- Affinity for scientific information as well as working knowledge of medical terminology.
- Knowledge of and experience managing international market research programs and competitive intelligence initiatives
- Experience selecting, managing and developing market research agencies to become trusted business partners; to provide exceptional insights; and to communicate clear and cogent stories that drive business value.
- Minimum of 10 years' experience in market research leadership role in pharmaceutical industry or related profession.
- Minimum of 10 years conducting market research studies and managing projects
- Global experience.
- Master's degree or MBA.
Accountability for Results - Stay focused on key strategic objectives, be accountable for high standards of performance, and take an active role in leading change.
Strategic Thinking & Problem Solving - Make decisions considering the long-term impact to customers, patients, employees, and the business.
Patient & Customer Centricity - Maintain an ongoing focus on the needs of our customers and/or key stakeholders.
Impactful Communication - Communicate with logic, clarity, and respect. Influence at all levels to achieve the best results for Otsuka.
Respectful Collaboration - Seek and value others’ perspectives and strive for diverse partnerships to enhance work toward common goals.
Empowered Development - Play an active role in professional development as a business imperative.
Come discover more about Otsuka and our benefit offerings; https://www.otsuka-us.com/careers-join-otsuka.
Disclaimer:
This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by the people assigned to this position. It is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to the position. Otsuka reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet business and organizational needs as necessary.
Otsuka is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will be given consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity or gender expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, national origin, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected characteristic.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation, if you are unable or limited in your ability to apply to this job opening as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by contacting Accommodation Request.
Statement Regarding Job Recruiting Fraud Scams
At Otsuka we take security and protection of your personal information very seriously. Please be aware individuals may approach you and falsely present themselves as our employees or representatives. They may use this false pretense to try to gain access to your personal information or acquire money from you by offering fictitious employment opportunities purportedly on our behalf.
Please understand, Otsuka will never ask for financial information of any kind or for payment of money during the job application process. We do not require any financial, credit card or bank account information and/or any payment of any kind to be considered for employment. We will also not offer you money to buy equipment, software, or for any other purpose during the job application process. If you are being asked to pay or offered money for equipment fees or some other application processing fee, even if claimed you will be reimbursed, this is not Otsuka. These claims are fraudulent and you are strongly advised to exercise caution when you receive such an offer of employment.
Otsuka will also never ask you to download a third-party application in order to communicate about a legitimate job opportunity. Scammers may also send offers or claims from a fake email address or from Yahoo, Gmail, Hotmail, etc, and not from an official Otsuka email address. Please take extra caution while examining such an email address, as the scammers may misspell an official Otsuka email address and use a slightly modified version duplicating letters.
To ensure that you are communicating about a legitimate job opportunity at Otsuka, please only deal directly with Otsuka through its official Otsuka Career website https://vhr-otsuka.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/External.
Otsuka will not be held liable or responsible for any claims, losses, damages or expenses resulting from job recruiting scams. If you suspect a position is fraudulent, please contact Otsuka’s call center at: 800-363-5670. If you believe you are the victim of fraud resulting from a job recruiting scam, please contact the FBI through the Internet Crime Complaint Center at: https://www.ic3.gov, or your local authorities.
Otsuka America Pharmaceutical Inc., Otsuka Pharmaceutical Development & Commercialization, Inc., and Otsuka Precision Health, Inc. (“Otsuka”) does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs/resumes submitted by search firms to any Otsuka employee directly or through Otsuka’s application portal without a valid written search agreement in place for the position will be considered Otsuka’s sole property. No fee will be paid if a candidate is hired by Otsuka as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions are position specific. Please, no phone calls or emails.
