Senior Market Research Manager

Onward Search is a specialized staffing and talent solutions company that helps professionals find top jobs with the nation’s leading brands. We’re looking to hire a Senior Market Research Manager for a Fortune 500 Pharmaceutical client. Teams are very collaborative and have a passion for creating cutting edge customer experiences.
 

Our direct Fortune 500 client is a full service in-house creative agency looking for someone to join the Market Research team to lead market insights and analytics projects, translating findings into actionable recommendations that address critical business needs and objectives.

This is a 12 – month contract + possible extension and possible convert to permanent. The team is located in Boston, MA, and the role is fully remote. Onward Search provides benefits for 40 hour work week and weekly paychecks (W2) for duration of the contract.

Senior Market Research Manager Responsibilities:

• Serve as a strategic partner to internal stakeholders, providing market intelligence to support informed strategic and operational decision-making
• Independently manage the planning, implementation, and communication of Business Intelligence initiatives, ensuring alignment with brand strategies and plans.
• Oversee all aspects of Business Intelligence management, including RFP initiation, vendor selection, study design, contract execution, budget management, and the provision of clear direction on the scope of services for external resources.
• Independently lead all phases of project planning, encompassing coordination, timeline management, participant scheduling, the formulation of conclusions and recommendations, and the presentation of interim and final results.
• Furthermore, ensure consistent communication of project progress and initiatives to Brand Teams, Senior Management, and external vendors as required.
• Function as the primary Market Research point of contact for Pipeline Commercialization and Strategy (PCS MABI), supporting various botulinum toxin assets and establishing oneself as a trusted advisor to Brand Leadership.
• Provide guidance on brand strategy and counsel on key initiatives based on a comprehensive understanding of the business and market derived from primary market research, data analytics, and competitive intelligence.
• Demonstrate leadership within cross-functional business teams across pipeline indications, facilitating more effective and timely business decisions by framing and prioritizing critical brand questions.
• Provide insightful analysis of current and future market dynamics, proactively identifying and developing analytical solutions to foster data-driven and objective decision-making processes.
• Play a key leadership role in the ongoing brand planning process, leveraging a deep understanding of market drivers, the patient journey, competitive landscape, and product positioning to highlight opportunities for enhancing patient and HCP experiences and developing plans to address key leverage points and gaps.
• Ensure all PCS MABI activities are executed on schedule, within budgetary constraints, and in full compliance with relevant financial and ethical guidelines.

Senior Market Research Manager Requirements:

• 10+ years of experience in Market Research
• Requires a Bachelor's degree; a Master's or PhD is a strong advantage.
• Prior experience in pharmaceutical market research and analytics.
• Proficient in conducting quantitative, qualitative, and competitive intelligence. Solid experience with secondary research and analytics utilizing standard biotech data sources (e.g., epidemiology, treatment landscape, analyst reports, competitor analysis).
• Proven ability to develop visually impactful presentations and construct persuasive executive-level narratives from primary and secondary insights.
• Experience analyzing real-world claims data and using data visualization tools such as Tableau is a plus.
• Project Management

Perks & Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401k Program
• Commuter Benefit
• eLearning
• Education Reimbursement
• Ongoing Training & Development
• *To qualify for our benefits package, you must work over 30 hours per week and the length of assignment must be a minimum of 10 weeks.

To learn more about this Senior Market Research Manager opportunity, apply now. Our recruitment team will be in touch, guide you through the interview process, and advocate on your behalf.

This position has an application deadline of April 7, 2025.

Employer Details:

• Onward Search is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in an employment with regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status or any other classification protected by federal, state and local laws and ordinances. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to be considered for employment. EOE/M/F/D/V/SO.
• In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.
• Onward Search is unable to support 1099 / Corp-to-Corp or Independent Contractor arrangements at this time. All freelancers will be paid as W2 employees.
• Onward Search offers medical, dental, vision benefits, as well as a 401k program, for all eligible full time temporary assignments.
• Onward Search is a drug-free workplace.
• Onward Search is a nationwide staffing agency and talent solutions provider specializing in creative, marketing and technology. Our clients are continuously turning to us to fill their open positions. Therefore, there is no application deadline for this position, as we are seeking candidates for this type of role across all our clients on an ongoing basis.