Senior Director, US Obesity – Pre-Launch
Pfizer, S.A. de C.V, New York, NY, United States
Senior Director, US Obesity – Pre‑Launch
United States - New York - New York City
ROLE SUMMARY The Senior Director, US Obesity – Pre‑Launch serves as a senior commercial leader shaping U.S. pre‑launch commercial and marketing strategy for Pfizer’s obesity portfolio. This role guides strategic positioning, customer segmentation, launch marketing execution, and cross‑functional integration ahead of commercial entry. Operates with high autonomy and strategic influence.
As assets move through late‑stage development, the Senior Director will translate clinical data, competitive dynamics, and evolving market conditions into a coherent and differentiated U.S. commercial strategy, including product positioning, message development, and comprehensive go‑to‑market launch frameworks. The role emphasizes senior‑level strategic leadership—connecting evidence, insights, and stakeholder needs into robust, enterprise‑aligned launch strategies.
In a highly matrixed environment, the Senior Director must demonstrate strong strategic judgement, operate with high autonomy, and lead cross‑functional integration across Marketing, Sales, Medical, Access, and Operations. This role ensures Pfizer’s obesity assets enter the U.S. market with clear differentiation, strategic coherence, and executional readiness, and that key launch decisions are elevated and aligned through governance in a timely manner.
ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES
Lead development of U.S. pre‑launch marketing and brand strategy.
Shape U.S. customer segmentation and targeting across stakeholder groups.
Integrate competitive intelligence, market research, and KOL insights.
Lead development of foundational U.S. brand strategic frameworks.
Translate strategy into comprehensive marketing readiness plans.
Define HCP & consumer execution strategy, messaging, channels, and spend.
Lead go‑to‑market development with Sales, Medical, and Commercial Ops.
Shape potential partnerships (e.g., digital health, pharmacies).
Lead governance communication and ensure cross‑functional alignment.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree strongly preferred.
12+ years in pharmaceutical marketing, brand strategy, or commercial roles.
Demonstrated leadership shaping and executing pre‑launch strategy.
Deep understanding of U.S. clinical, access, and policy dynamics.
Strong executive communication and cross‑functional leadership.
Obesity/cardiometabolic experience preferred.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Must be willing to travel to NYCHQ.
Last Day to Apply:
04/27/2026
Annual Base Salary:
$214,900.00 – $358,100.00. Eligible for participation in Pfizer’s Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 22.5% of the base salary and eligibility to participate in our share‑based long‑term incentive program. Comprehensive benefits include 401(k) with matching, retirement savings contributions, paid vacation, holiday and personal days, paid caregiver/parental and medical leave, and health benefits covering medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision. Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and eligibility.
Candidates must be authorized to be employed in the U.S. by any employer. U.S. work visa sponsorship (such as TN, O‑1, H‑1B, etc.) is not available for this role now or in the future.
Black Sky Act Pfizer reports payments and other transfers of value to health care providers as required by federal and state transparency laws and implementing regulations. These laws and regulations require Pfizer to provide government agencies with information such as a health care provider’s name, address and the type of payments or other value received, generally for public disclosure. If you have questions regarding this matter, please do not hesitate to contact your Talent Acquisition representative.
EEO & Employment Eligibility Pfizer is committed to equal opportunity in the terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability or veteran status. Pfizer also complies with all applicable national, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration and Nationality Act and IRCA. Pfizer is an E‑Verify employer. This position requires permanent work authorization in the United States.
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ROLE SUMMARY The Senior Director, US Obesity – Pre‑Launch serves as a senior commercial leader shaping U.S. pre‑launch commercial and marketing strategy for Pfizer’s obesity portfolio. This role guides strategic positioning, customer segmentation, launch marketing execution, and cross‑functional integration ahead of commercial entry. Operates with high autonomy and strategic influence.
As assets move through late‑stage development, the Senior Director will translate clinical data, competitive dynamics, and evolving market conditions into a coherent and differentiated U.S. commercial strategy, including product positioning, message development, and comprehensive go‑to‑market launch frameworks. The role emphasizes senior‑level strategic leadership—connecting evidence, insights, and stakeholder needs into robust, enterprise‑aligned launch strategies.
In a highly matrixed environment, the Senior Director must demonstrate strong strategic judgement, operate with high autonomy, and lead cross‑functional integration across Marketing, Sales, Medical, Access, and Operations. This role ensures Pfizer’s obesity assets enter the U.S. market with clear differentiation, strategic coherence, and executional readiness, and that key launch decisions are elevated and aligned through governance in a timely manner.
ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES
Lead development of U.S. pre‑launch marketing and brand strategy.
Shape U.S. customer segmentation and targeting across stakeholder groups.
Integrate competitive intelligence, market research, and KOL insights.
Lead development of foundational U.S. brand strategic frameworks.
Translate strategy into comprehensive marketing readiness plans.
Define HCP & consumer execution strategy, messaging, channels, and spend.
Lead go‑to‑market development with Sales, Medical, and Commercial Ops.
Shape potential partnerships (e.g., digital health, pharmacies).
Lead governance communication and ensure cross‑functional alignment.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree strongly preferred.
12+ years in pharmaceutical marketing, brand strategy, or commercial roles.
Demonstrated leadership shaping and executing pre‑launch strategy.
Deep understanding of U.S. clinical, access, and policy dynamics.
Strong executive communication and cross‑functional leadership.
Obesity/cardiometabolic experience preferred.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Must be willing to travel to NYCHQ.
Last Day to Apply:
04/27/2026
Annual Base Salary:
$214,900.00 – $358,100.00. Eligible for participation in Pfizer’s Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 22.5% of the base salary and eligibility to participate in our share‑based long‑term incentive program. Comprehensive benefits include 401(k) with matching, retirement savings contributions, paid vacation, holiday and personal days, paid caregiver/parental and medical leave, and health benefits covering medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision. Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and eligibility.
Candidates must be authorized to be employed in the U.S. by any employer. U.S. work visa sponsorship (such as TN, O‑1, H‑1B, etc.) is not available for this role now or in the future.
Black Sky Act Pfizer reports payments and other transfers of value to health care providers as required by federal and state transparency laws and implementing regulations. These laws and regulations require Pfizer to provide government agencies with information such as a health care provider’s name, address and the type of payments or other value received, generally for public disclosure. If you have questions regarding this matter, please do not hesitate to contact your Talent Acquisition representative.
EEO & Employment Eligibility Pfizer is committed to equal opportunity in the terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability or veteran status. Pfizer also complies with all applicable national, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration and Nationality Act and IRCA. Pfizer is an E‑Verify employer. This position requires permanent work authorization in the United States.
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