US-MN-Minnetonka; US-MN-Maple Grove
Competitive Intelligence Strategy:
- Develop and implement a comprehensive CI program to monitor, analyze, and anticipate competitor actions and market trends.
- Establish a structured CI framework, with regular updates on competitor activities, clinical and regulatory updates, new product launches, and market shifts.
- Proactively report critical competitive developments and emerging market threats to executive leadership, providing strategic recommendations to support high-level decision-making.
- Facilitate cross-functional scenario planning sessions, anticipating competitive behaviors and formulating strategies to address potential risks.
Market Modeling & Forecasting:
- Lead the design, implementation, and management of advanced market models that project trends, market size, growth opportunities, and customer segments.
- Integrate multiple data sources to create accurate market simulations, scenario analyses, and predictive models.
Executive-Level Reporting & Presentation:
- Prepare and present clear, data-driven reports and dashboards to leadership, offering actionable insights and strategic guidance.
- Translate complex data into accessible visualizations and presentations for senior executives.
- Respond promptly to leadership inquiries regarding competitive behavior or market shifts.
Global Market and Pricing Data Leadership:
- Act as the global market and pricing data lead, overseeing data acquisition, governance, and management within the marketing organization.
- Ensure data collection from reputable sources, standardization, and structure for effective global analysis and decision-making.
- Implement robust data governance practices to maintain data integrity, accuracy, and security across regions and business units.
- Manage a central repository for global market and pricing data, facilitating easy access for internal stakeholders.
Cross-Functional Collaboration:
- Collaborate closely with marketing, strategy, and sales teams to align CI insights and market models with business objectives.
- Foster cross-departmental communication to provide a comprehensive view of the competitive landscape.
Market Research & Analysis:
- Lead primary and secondary research efforts to gather data on competitors, customers, and market conditions.
- Analyze industry trends, including market entry, M&A activity, innovation strategies, and regulatory changes impacting the business.
- Communicate emerging risks and opportunities effectively, staying ahead of industry shifts.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, Market Research, Marketing, Data Science, or a related field.
- 8+ years in competitive intelligence, market analysis, forecasting, or related fields.
- Demonstrated experience in competitive analysis, market modeling, forecasting, and scenario planning; expertise in data governance, data management, and data integrity with a global perspective.
- Familiarity with CI tools and databases.
- Proficiency in market modeling, strong business acumen, and the ability to connect competitive insights with strategic initiatives.
- Outstanding communication and presentation skills with the capability to influence senior leadership.
- Advanced analytical abilities, including expertise in data visualization, market simulation tools, and statistical analysis.
- Adaptability to a fast-paced, dynamic environment with competing priorities.
- Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and make sound decisions that align with organizational objectives.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in MedTech and Urology industries.
- MBA or other advanced degree in relevant area.
Please be advised that certain US based positions, including without limitation field sales and service positions that call on hospitals and/or health care centers, require acceptable proof of COVID-19 vaccination status. Candidates will be notified during the interview and selection process if the role(s) for which they have applied require proof of vaccination as a condition of employment. Boston Scientific continues to evaluate its policies and protocols regarding the COVID-19 vaccine and will comply with all applicable state and federal law and healthcare credentialing requirements. As employees of the Company, you will be expected to meet the ongoing requirements for your roles, including any new requirements, should the Company’s policies or protocols change with regard to COVID-19 vaccination.