Senior Director, Global Obesity Commercial

Pfizer • New York City, NY

6d • $214,900 - $358,100

About The Position

The Senior Director, Global Obesity Commercial Development is a senior strategic leader responsible for shaping Pfizer’s portfolio-level commercial development strategy for its global obesity franchise. The role leads cross-functional strategic integration, drives end-to-end commercial strategy across multiple pipeline assets and indications, and partners with senior leadership on high-impact decisions. It requires urgency, comfort navigating ambiguity, and the ability to move between asset-level detail and portfolio-wide strategic direction.

As the obesity portfolio advances toward late-stage development and early commercialization, the position supports portfolio-level strategic coherence, enterprise-aligned decisions, and executional readiness across the franchise. The successful candidate brings scientific and business acumen, sound strategic judgment, and the ability to influence senior leaders and governance bodies.

The position is posted in multiple locations. The annual U.S. base salary range is $214,900 to $358,100, excluding Tampa, Florida, and locations outside the United States. The role is eligible for Pfizer’s Global Performance Plan, with a bonus target of 22.5% of base salary, and a share-based long-term incentive program. Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and eligibility. Candidates must have permanent U.S. work authorization; visa sponsorship is not available.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• At least 12 years of experience in commercial and R&D strategy, commercial development, portfolio strategy, or consulting.
• Strong scientific background.
• Experience shaping end-to-end strategy across multiple assets.
• Strong financial acumen and experience influencing senior leadership.
• Exceptional communication skills and executive presence.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced degree strongly preferred.
• Obesity or cardiometabolic experience strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Shape Pfizer’s overarching commercial vision and long-range portfolio strategy.
• Translate market and clinical signals into portfolio-level implications and strategic choices.
• Partner with R&D, Commercial, Finance, and Business Development to influence investment and lifecycle strategies.
• Oversee forecasting frameworks and scenario planning.
• Identify and shape business development opportunities.
• Lead global launch-readiness strategy across multiple assets and indications.
• Serve as a senior integrator across Commercial, R&D, GAV, PGS, Business Development, and regions.
• Shape the capabilities and operating model required to deliver the strategy.
• Ensure alignment across global, regional, and market stakeholders.

Benefits

• 401(k) plan with Pfizer Matching Contributions and an additional Pfizer Retirement Savings Contribution.
• Paid vacation, holidays, and personal days.
• Paid caregiver, parental, and medical leave.
• Medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage.
• Eligibility for Pfizer’s Global Performance Plan, with a bonus target of 22.5% of base salary.
• Eligibility to participate in a share-based long-term incentive program.
• Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior