Eli Lilly

Senior Director Competitive Intelligence & Strategy LillyDirect

Eli Lilly$181K — $266K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree
  • 10+ years of experience in market dynamics evaluation
  • MBA or equivalent advanced degree preferred
  • Experience in e-commerce or healthcare technology environments
  • Prior work in both health-tech and pharmaceutical sectors is valuable

Responsibilities

  • Monitor digital health and health-tech industry trends
  • Translate competitive insights into actionable strategies
  • Engage with industry groups to apply best practices
  • Drive innovative solutions to achieve company goals
  • Synthesize customer insights with marketing teams
  • Contribute to business strategy execution and market expansion
  • Evaluate partnerships and potential acquisitions

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
  • 401(k) and pension plan participation
  • Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care
  • Employee assistance programs and wellness benefits
  • Vacation and various leave of absence options
Full Job Description
Position Overview

The Senior Director Competitive Intelligence & Strategy will serve as strategic operating partner to the CFO LillyDirect and the broader LillyDirect leadership team, providing competitive insight, evaluating partnership opportunities across the healthcare ecosystem and providing recommendations to shape LillyDirect's growth strategy. This role will report to the CFO of LillyDirect.

Key Responsibilities

Competitive Intelligence
  • Monitor industry trends in digital health, direct-to-consumer healthcare, and health-tech business models to identify opportunities and risks
  • Translate competitive insights into strategic recommendations to LillyDirect leadership team on the implications of competitors' activities and recommend proactive strategies.
  • Engage with external industry peer groups and organizations to benchmark best practices for consumer digital health activities and make recommendations to LillyDirect leadership team for best practices implementation.
  • Champion efforts to challenge the status quo and drive solutions that help LillyDirect reach its goals


Market Monitoring
  • Work with marketing and market research teams to synthesize insights on current and potential customers
  • Monitor industry trends and other relevant developments in the direct to patient and consumer digital health industries.


Strategy
  • Contribute to the execution of LillyDirect's overall business strategy, including market expansion and new service offerings.
  • Serve as a trusted strategic advisor and operating partner to the LillyDirect leadership team providing strategic perspective on business decisions.
  • Lead the annual Strategic Plan exercise for LillyDirect


Partnership Business development opportunities
  • Evaluate partnerships across the healthcare ecosystem, including pharmacy partners, telehealth platforms, health systems, payers, and technology providers.
  • Evaluate potential acquisitions that can enhance the speed, capabilities and geographic reach of LillyDirect.


Basic Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree
  • 10+ years of experience evaluating external market dynamics - such as industry trends or business landscape analysis - gained through strategy consulting, competitive intelligence, corporate strategy, or a comparable external-facing role.


Preferred Qualifications

Prior Experiences
  • MBA or equivalent advanced degree
  • Competitive intelligence and/or strategy experience within an ecommerce, healthcare technology company, digital health platform, or health-tech startup/scale-up.
  • Experience with direct-to-consumer or direct-to-patient business models, including e-commerce, subscription, or marketplace economics.
  • Candidates with experience spanning both health-tech and pharma environments are especially valued.


Skills
  • External Focus - demonstrate ability to develop external network and engage with external industry peer groups and organizations to benchmark best practices
  • Strategic Thinking - demonstrate ability to identify problems and opportunities, develop viable alternative strategies, and recommend a clear, implementable course of action in a rapidly evolving market.
  • Speed - work in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment and manage multiple priorities
  • Business Partnership - viewed as a trusted strategic advisor and operating partner; able to influence decisions and shape strategy through insight and facts.
  • Communication - excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate clearly with internal cross-functional stakeholders and external partners.
  • Innovation & Agility - demonstrate a growth mindset; builds systems and processes designed for scale while remaining flexible enough to adapt to a fast-moving health-tech environment.


Additional Information
  • Travel Requirement: Up to 10%, primarily domestic travel depending on business need
  • Lilly may provide support for or sponsor work authorization or visas for this role for internal applicants only.


Actual compensation will depend on a candidate's education, experience, skills, and geographic location. The anticipated wage for this position is
$181,500 - $266,200

Full-time equivalent employees also will be eligible for a company bonus (depending, in part, on company and individual performance). In addition, Lilly offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees, including eligibility to participate in a company-sponsored 401(k); pension; vacation benefits; eligibility for medical, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; flexible benefits (e.g., healthcare and/or dependent day care flexible spending accounts); life insurance and death benefits; certain time off and leave of absence benefits; and well-being benefits (e.g., employee assistance program, fitness benefits, and employee clubs and activities).Lilly reserves the right to amend, modify, or terminate its compensation and benefit programs in its sole discretion and Lilly's compensation practices and guidelines will apply regarding the details of any promotion or transfer of Lilly employees.

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About Eli Lilly

ICOS Corporation is a biotechnology company that engages in the discovery, development, and commercialization of therapeutic products. It is engaged in the commercialization of treatments for unmet medical conditions, such as benign prostatic hyperplasia, hypertension, pulmonary arterial hypertension, cancer, and inflammatory diseases. It is the developer of a treatment known as Cialis (tadalafil), a product for the treatment of erectile dysfunction through its joint venture with Eli Lilly and Company in North America and Europe. It is also engaged in contract manufacturing services for third parties. It is in a strategic alliance with Solvay Pharmaceuticals, Inc. ICOS Corporation was established in 1989, based in Bothell, Washington. It is currently operated by Eli Lilly and Company.

Eli Lilly Careers

Joining Eli Lilly offers an unparalleled opportunity to become part of a leading global team dedicated to creating a healthier future. As a company revered for its commitment to innovation and leadership in the pharmaceutical industry, Eli Lilly is where your professional journey can flourish. Work You’ll Do At Eli Lilly, we are passionate about transforming patient care and advancing medical innovation. Our team at Eli Lilly is at the forefront of developing groundbreaking solutions in healthcare. By joining us, you will collaborate with some of the brightest minds in the industry, using cutting-edge technology to make real-world impacts. Lead with Innovation and Leadership Eli Lilly stands out in the marketplace by integrating deep industry expertise with robust research and development efforts. We are looking for professionals who are eager to drive change and lead the way in developing therapeutic breakthroughs. Explore Job Opportunities and Growth Eli Lilly offers a variety of career paths, including full-time positions and internships, across multiple functions such as research, marketing, IT, and sales. Whether you are a seasoned professional or a recent graduate, Eli Lilly provides an environment that promotes career growth and learning opportunities. Our commitment to diversity and leadership training ensures that every employee can achieve their potential. Be Part of Our Team Our team at Eli Lilly is committed to excellence and driven by a mission to improve lives. Employees enjoy a supportive culture that values collaboration, creativity, and diversity. We believe that a diverse workforce fosters innovation and helps us better connect with the communities we serve. Benefits and Culture Eli Lilly is dedicated to supporting our employees, offering competitive benefits, wellness programs, and comprehensive health care. Our culture is built on a foundation of respect, integrity, and quality, making Eli Lilly not just a great place to work, but a community to grow with. Networking and Professional Development Eli Lilly encourages continuous professional development and networking. With access to various training programs and mentorship opportunities, employees can enhance their skills and advance their careers. Our leadership is committed to nurturing talent through effective training and development strategies. Join Our Team Discover the exciting job opportunities at Eli Lilly by exploring open positions that match your skills and interests. We are continuously hiring and looking for individuals who are passionate, innovative, and ready to contribute to our mission of making life better for people around the globe. Stay Connected Keep up to date with the latest at Eli Lilly by following our careers blog. Gain insights from industry leaders and get tips on everything from crafting the perfect resume to preparing for your interview. Eli Lilly is not just a company—it's a place where you can make a difference. Explore the positions available and find out how your talents can help change the world. SEARCH ELI LILLY JOBS Stay ahead in your career with Eli Lilly, where innovation, leadership, and a commitment to diversity and growth lead the way to future advancements.
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Size
35,000 employees
Market Cap
$344.2 billion
Industry
Net Income
$6.1 billion
Founded
1876
5 Year Trend
+5.9%
Revenue
$24.5 billion
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