Senior Manager Product Marketing
Senior manager of marketing job in Hartford, CT
Lumen connects the world. We are igniting business growth by connecting people, data and applications - quickly, securely, and effortlessly. Together, we are building a culture and company from the people up - committed to teamwork, trust and transparency. People power progress. We're invested in providing the flexibility you need to thrive and deliver lasting impact. Apply now to continue digitally connecting the world and shaping the future.
**The Role**
We are seeking an exceptional Senior Manager of Product Marketing to join our elite Marketing team at Lumen. This role demands a highly skilled professional capable of performing consultant-level work that is both complex and strategic, spanning across multiple functions including marketing, sales, and product management. Reporting to the Director of Product Marketing, you will play a pivotal role in driving the success of our Connectivity customer solution area and product portfolio.
**The Main Responsibilities**
+ Strategic Product Marketing Leadership: Develop and execute innovative product marketing strategies and solutions to drive usage and cross-sell of connectivity products and solutions.
+ Compelling Product Positioning: Craft powerful value propositions and messaging that deeply resonate with target audiences, setting our products and solutions apart in the market.
+ Data-Driven Marketing Campaigns: Lead the implementation of sophisticated marketing campaigns to boost product awareness, adoption, and revenue growth in collaboration with the Growth Marketing team.
+ Team Management and Mentorship: Manage and mentor product marketing leaders, ensuring cohesive alignment on product and solution messaging and positioning.
+ Cross-Functional Collaboration: Forge strong partnerships with product, IT, and customer service departments to support and enhance product and solution strategy.
+ Market Research and Competitive Analysis: Conduct thorough market research and competitive analysis to identify trends, opportunities, and threats, informing strategic marketing decisions.
+ Content Development: Create high-impact content for external websites, first meeting presentations, product fit validation, and deployment architectures.
+ Stakeholder Engagement: Cultivate and maintain robust relationships with stakeholders, gathering valuable insights to support and refine product strategy.
**What We Look For in a Candidate**
+ Educational Background: Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field.
+ Experience: 8+ years of distinguished experience in Product Marketing, preferably within the telecommunications industry.
+ Leadership Skills: Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor a team of marketing professionals, driving excellence and innovation.
+ Strategic Vision: Exceptional strategic thinking capabilities, with a proven track record of developing and implementing comprehensive marketing strategies.
+ Communication Skills: Superior written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex ideas clearly and persuasively.
+ Analytical Acumen: Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret market trends and data to inform and shape marketing strategies.
**Compensation**
This information reflects the anticipated base salary range for this position based on current national data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Individual pay is based on skills, experience and other relevant factors.
Location Based Pay Ranges
$129,639 - $172,852 in these states: AL AR AZ FL GA IA ID IN KS KY LA ME MO MS MT ND NE NM OH OK PA SC SD TN UT VT WI WV WY
$136,121 - $181,494 in these states: CO HI MI MN NC NH NV OR RI
$142,603 - $237,671 in these states: AK CA CT DC DE IL MA MD NJ NY TX VA WA
Lumen offers a comprehensive package featuring a broad range of Health, Life, Voluntary Lifestyle benefits and other perks that enhance your physical, mental, emotional and financial wellbeing. We're able to answer any additional questions you may have about our bonus structure (short-term incentives, long-term incentives and/or sales compensation) as you move through the selection process.
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Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
**Equal Employment Opportunities**
We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all persons regardless of race, color, ancestry, citizenship, national origin, religion, veteran status, disability, genetic characteristic or information, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, family status, pregnancy, or other legally protected status (collectively, "protected statuses"). We do not tolerate unlawful discrimination in any employment decisions, including recruiting, hiring, compensation, promotion, benefits, discipline, termination, job assignments or training.
**Disclaimer**
The job responsibilities described above indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not intended to include a comprehensive inventory of all duties and responsibilities for this job. Job duties and responsibilities are subject to change based on evolving business needs and conditions.
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**Application Deadline**
12/06/2025
Director, Congress & Medical Education Strategy & Execution - Neph & Immuno
Senior manager of marketing job in Hartford, CT
The Director, Congress and Medical Education Strategy & Execution is responsible for developing and leading the global medical strategy and tactical execution for congresses and medical education, spearheading Otsuka's non-promotional scientific communication initiatives across the diverse Nephrology and Immunology portfolio.
This role drives scientific engagement through impactful congress strategies & execution educational programs, and evidence-based content that support Otsuka's mission to improve patient outcomes through deep scientific understanding and collaborative partnerships.
The Director partners closely with global and regional cross-functional stakeholders - including Global Medical Affairs, Clinical Development, Global Integrated Evidence & Innovation (GIE&I) and Commercial, to ensure scientific alignment, operational excellence and consistency in Otsuka's external scientific exchange.
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**Key Responsibilities Include:**
**Congress Strategy and Execution**
+ Lead development and execution of comprehensive multi-year medical congress strategy for Nephrology and Immunology aligned with Otsuka's pipeline and product lifecycle stages , including prioritization of key international and regional congresses, scientific communication objectives, symposia, booth presence, and internal/external engagement activities
+ Collaborate with Medical Strategy, Medical Communications, Field Medical and Medical Information to develop high-quality, scientifically rigorous presentation and materials; ensuring data dissemination plans are timely, consistent, and strategically aligned
+ Drive scientific communication planning across global and regional teams to ensure consistent, data-driven communication objectives across congress activities
+ Partner with Medical Communications to orchestrate Otsuka's scientific presence at congresses, including:
+ Abstract submissions and poster presentations
+ Oral presentations and late-breaking sessions
+ Sponsored symposia and educational sessions
+ Medical booth design and operations
+ Press activities and medica engagement
+ Develop and execute strategies for engaging external experts and stakeholders (e.g. (e.g. KOLs, Patient Advocacy Groups) before during and after congresses
+ Organize and facilitate investigator meetings and advisory boards in conjunction with congress
+ Coordinate opportunities for scientific exchange between Otsuka Medical Affairs personnel and external experts and stakeholders
+ Lead all aspects of congress planning activities and post-congress insight generation to maximize impact and inform future strategies
+ Implement innovative digital strategies to extend congress reach and engagement, including virtual and hybrid congress solutions
+ Establish KPIs for congress activities and implement systems to track and analyze performance
+ Conduct post-congress analysis toa assess impact and identify areas for improvement
**Independent Medical Education (IME)**
+ Develop and implement the global medical education strategy for the relevant therapeutic area in alignment with medical and objectives and strategy
+ Oversee the development of scientific exchange platforms, independent medical education (IME) initiatives to elevate disease and product knowledge globally
+ Partner with regional and local teams to ensure educational programs address unmet needs and comply with regional regulations and global standards
+ Identify, evaluate, and partner with external experts, medical societies and educational providers to ensure high-quality, unbiased scientific content delivery
+ Monitor educational impact through KPIs, metrics and insights
**Cross-Functional Collaboration**
+ Serve as the strategic lead and subject matter expert for the relevant therapeutical area medical education and congress activities
+ Collaborate with Medical Affairs, Clinical Development, Global Integrated Evidence & Innovation (GIE&I), Regulatory, and Commercial teams to ensure scientific alignment and appropriate integration of new evidence into educational content
+ Provide leadership and mentorship to team members and vendors to ensure high standards of scientific integrity, external experts and stakeholder (e.g., KOL) experience and operational excellence
+ Create and manage congress budgets, ensuring cost-effectiveness and ROI and ensure compliant use of medical education and congress funding
+ Represent Global Medical Affairs in governance forums and cross-functional planning meetings
+ Ensure all congress and medical education activities comply with global and local regulatory requirements, Otsuka policies, data publication embargos and industry codes
+ Proactively identify and mitigate risks related to scientific exchange and external engagements based on Global Medical Affairs policies and SOPs
+ Consider technology and AI to support workflow improvement
**Qualifications**
**Education and Experience:**
+ Advanced scientific or medical degree (PharmD, PhD, MD, or equivalent) preferred
+ Additional business or communications training (MBA, MPH, etc.) preferred
+ 12+ years of experience in Medical Affairs and ~5 years focused on experience leading global congress strategy, IME programs, or scientific engagement; experience in Nephrology, Immunology, or related therapeutic areas is preferred
+ Proven track record of successful congress planning and implementation on a global scale including implementation of digital and virtual congress solutions
+ Proven success managing matrixed & cross-functional global teams and external vendors
+ In-depth understanding of industry compliance, regulatory frameworks, and ethical considerations for scientific engagement
**Skills and Competencies:**
+ Strategic and analytical thinker with the ability to translate complex science for a variety of audiences and anticipate trends and shape proactive congress and educational strategies
+ Excellent project management, communication (written and verbal), and stakeholder engagement skills
+ Collaborative and communicative, with ability excel at building and maintaining relationships with external stakeholders and experts (e.g. KOLs, scientific)
+ Financial acumen and experience managing large program budget
+ Ability to influence across matrixed teams and drive strategic initiatives
**Competencies**
**Accountability for Results -** Stay focused on key strategic objectives, be accountable for high standards of performance, and take an active role in leading change.
**Strategic Thinking & Problem Solving -** Make decisions considering the long-term impact to customers, patients, employees, and the business.
**Patient & Customer Centricity -** Maintain an ongoing focus on the needs of our customers and/or key stakeholders.
**Impactful Communication -** Communicate with logic, clarity, and respect. Influence at all levels to achieve the best results for Otsuka.
**Respectful Collaboration -** Seek and value others' perspectives and strive for diverse partnerships to enhance work toward common goals.
**Empowered Development -** Play an active role in professional development as a business imperative.
Minimum $205,368.00 - Maximum $307,050.00, plus incentive opportunity: The range shown represents a typical pay range or starting pay for individuals who are hired in the role to perform in the United States. Other elements may be used to determine actual pay such as the candidate's job experience, specific skills, and comparison to internal incumbents currently in role. Typically, actual pay will be positioned within the established range, rather than at its minimum or maximum. This information is provided to applicants in accordance with states and local laws.
**Application Deadline** : This will be posted for a minimum of 5 business days.
**Company benefits:** Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, prescription drug coverage, company provided basic life, accidental death & dismemberment, short-term and long-term disability insurance, tuition reimbursement, student loan assistance, a generous 401(k) match, flexible time off, paid holidays, and paid leave programs as well as other company provided benefits.
Come discover more about Otsuka and our benefit offerings; ********************************************* .
**Disclaimer:**
This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by the people assigned to this position. It is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to the position. Otsuka reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet business and organizational needs as necessary.
Otsuka is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will be given consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity or gender expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, national origin, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected characteristic.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation, if you are unable or limited in your ability to apply to this job opening as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by contacting Accommodation Request (EEAccommodations@otsuka-us.com) .
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To ensure that you are communicating about a legitimate job opportunity at Otsuka, please only deal directly with Otsuka through its official Otsuka Career website ******************************************************* .
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Marketing & Management - Entry Level
Senior manager of marketing job in Hartford, CT
NY Marketing firm is now offering positions at the entry level for sales and marketing. Our firm has a very high success rate of developing SPORTS MINDED individuals into TOP PERFORMERS in a management capacity. We are seeking inexperienced professionals that would like to take their "winning mindsets" and apply them to lucrative marketing and business careers.
We're looking for full-time ACCOUNT REPRESENTATIVES to take on immediate marketing and account management responsibilities. Applicants must be highly motivated, sports minded, well organized, ambitious, and "people first" oriented. There is NOT a glass ceiling - growth potential should be your biggest priority here. We provide outstanding career advancement opportunities at NY Marketing Firm.
Responsibilities include:
• Acquisition of new accounts
• Retention of existing accounts
• Team management
• Campaign management
Customer Service/ Marketing Openings must be able to start ASAP
Send resumes to: [email protected] or contact our Human Resource at ************
Senior Director, Product Marketing
Senior manager of marketing job in Hartford, CT
Dodge Construction Network (Dodge) isseeking an exceptional Senior Director, Product Marketing to define how Dodgeproducts are positioned, messaged, and experienced in the market.This leader will shape the stories that connect our products to the real-world success of our customers-driving conversion, retention, and advocacy across the buyer journey.
This role is responsible for the full spectrum of product marketing-from developing compelling positioning and messaging frameworks, to building the proof, tools, and assets that fuel sales success, to creating retention plays that ensure customers realize the full value of Dodge's products.
The ideal candidate is a strategic and hands-on marketer who has excelled in data-oriented B2B environments serving both SMB and enterprise audiences. They know how to position products for Sales, Marketing, and Business Development personas, and they can craft confident, outcome-driven messaging that standsout from competitors.
If you're passionate about connecting the dots between product, customer, and growth-and thrive in shaping how the market perceives and chooses solutions-this is the role for you.
This is a full-time position and reports directly to the Chief Marketing Officer.
****Please include a link to your portfolio, website, or samples of your product marketing work (e.g., positioning, messaging, launch materials, or content).****
**Preferred Location**
This is a remote, home-office-based role. Candidates located in the continental United States will be considered.
**Travel Requirements**
Some travel is expected for this role.
**Essential Functions**
**Product Positioning & Messaging**
+ Own the positioning, messaging, and go-to-market narrative for Dodge Construction Network's products and solutions
+ Develop persona-based messaging that resonates with our key audiences, including Sales, Marketing, and Business Development professionals in the construction ecosystem
+ Partner with Product to translate complex data-driven capabilities into clear, differentiated, and outcome-oriented value propositions
+ Build a scalable messaging framework that ensures consistency across demand generation, content, and sales enablement
+ Create our product, service, and solution naming convention and bring to life in a way that attracts and engages audiences
**Social Proof & Market Validation**
+ Establish a systematic approach to building and amplifying social proof-including customer stories, testimonials, reviews, case studies,total economic impact,and logo showcases
+ Partner with Customer Success to identify champions and build advocacy programs that turn customer success into brand success
+ Lead initiatives to improve visibility and credibility through ratings, analyst relations, and industry recognition programs
**Sales & SDR Enablement**
+ Serve as the strategic bridge between Product, SDRs, and Sales-ensuring our teams are armed with the assets and insights needed to convert demand into revenue
+ Build high-impact enablement tools including video explainers, competitive battlecards, customer-ready decks, and campaign-specific offers or promotions
+ Collaborate closely with Sales leadership to optimize messaging and materials across each stage of the funnel-from awareness to close
+ Partner with Demand Generation to ensure product messaging is embedded into campaigns that generate qualified, high-converting opportunities
+ Generate high-impact product and feature launch campaigns that activate prospects and our customer base
**Customer Retention & Product Adoption**
+ Build retention and adoption programs that help customers find success within our products and maximize their value realization
+ Develop messaging and in-product content thatdrivesengagement, renewal, and expansion
+ Partner with Customer Success and Product teams to translate customer insights into playbooks that improve gross retention and customer satisfaction
**Measurement & Impact**
+ Establish clear KPIs that measure the impact of product marketing across the funnel-conversion rate improvements, win rates, retention, and advocacy
+ Use data and qualitative insights to continuously refine positioning, content, and enablement programs for maximum effectiveness
**Education Requirement**
Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, Communications, or related field (MBA preferred)or equivalent education and work experience.
**Required Experience, Knowledge and Skills**
+ 10+ years of progressive B2B marketing experience, including at least 5+ years in product marketing leadership roles
+ Experience in a data & analytics,SaaS,or technology company with a proven record of success positioning complex products for multiple buyer personas
+ Exceptional ability to translate technical capabilities into simple, differentiated, and compelling stories
+ Proven success building and optimizing sales enablement and retention programs that drive measurable impact
+ Strong understanding of competitive positioning, objection handling, and challenger messaging techniques
+ Comfortable working with data and analytics teams to surface insights that power storytelling and GTM strategy
+ Skilled communicator and collaborator-adept at influencing executive stakeholders and inspiring cross-functional teams
+ Passionate about crafting category-defining product marketing that can stand alongsideproduct marketingleaders like ClickUp, Airtable, Mailchimp, and Slack
**_About Dodge Construction Network_**
Dodge Construction Network exists to deliver the comprehensive data and connections the construction industry needs to build thriving communities. Our legacy is deeply rooted in empowering our customers with transformative insights, igniting their journey towards unparalleled business expansion and success. We serve decision-makers who seek reliable growth and who value relationships built on trust and quality. By combining our proprietary data with cutting-edge software, we deliver to our customers the essential intelligence needed to excel within their respective landscapes. We propel the construction industry forward by transforming data into tangible guidance, driving unparalleled advancement.
Dodge is the catalyst for modern construction.
**_Salary Disclosure_**
Dodge Construction Network's compensation and rewards package for full time roles includes a market competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and, for applicable roles, uncapped commissions plans or an annual discretionary performance bonus.
**_For this role, we are only considering candidates who are legally authorized to work in the United States and who do not now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status._**
**_A background check is required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job and consistent with all federal state and local ordinances._**
**_Reasonable Accommodation_**
**_Dodge Construction Network is committed to recruiting, hiring, and promoting people with disabilities. If you need an accommodation or assistance completing the online application, please email_** **_***************************_** **_._**
**_Equal Employment Opportunity Statement_**
**_Dodge Construction Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to leveraging the talent of a diverse workforce to create great opportunities for our business and our people. All employment decisions shall be based on merit, qualifications, and business needs without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law._**
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Marketing Analytics Senior Manager
Senior manager of marketing job in Hartford, CT
Job Title: Marketing Analytics Senior Manager Job Level: Senior Level Job Description: This is what you will do.. You will be using quantitative methods to assess the impact of offline and digital marketing. You will be interacting with the client. You will be providing analyses, recommendations, presentations and advice to clients.
You will be doing project-based analytics which includes Marketing Mix Modeling, Multi-Channel Attribution, Digital Analytics, Pricing and Promotion and Demand Forecasting.
You will be leading a team and you will be responsible for team's growth.
We are looking for someone...
Who has nearly 7+ years of experience in the analysis of
Marketing data using SAS
and other statistical modeling tools.
Who is good in management or leadership role.
Who is good in providing external consulting.
Who is proficient in SAS or other
statistical modeling tools.
Who enjoys traveling, because this role involves traveling (80% to 100%).
Who is proficient in
Applied Statistics/Econometrics, Statistical Programming, Database Marketing Management & Operations etc.
Who is proficient in
Customer-level data analysis.
Qualifications
Who has nearly 7+ years of experience in the analysis of Marketing data using SAS and other statistical modeling tools.
Who is good in management or leadership role.
Who is good in providing external consulting.
Who is proficient in SAS or other statistical modeling tools.
Who enjoys traveling, because this role involves traveling (80% to 100%).
Who is proficient in Applied Statistics/Econometrics, Statistical Programming, Database Marketing Management & Operations etc.
Who is proficient in Customer-level data analysis.
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Director, Strategy and Mergers & Acquisitions
Senior manager of marketing job in Simsbury, CT
This opportunity is located within our Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company business, a global leader of mission-critical hardware and systems solutions including precision energetics systems and innovative explosive solutions.Click here to learn more.
Job Description
Location: Simsbury, CT
Reports to: General Manager
Industry: Aerospace & Defense
Experience Level: Director
Lead Strategy. Drive Growth. Shape the Future
At Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense (EBAD), we've been innovating for nearly 200 years, delivering mission-critical technologies that protect lives and advance exploration. As we prepare to double in size over the next 3-5 years, we're investing in our people and culture to support this transformation.
We're seeking a dynamic Director of Strategy and M&A who will partner with the General Manager, President and leadership team to drive enterprise-wide strategic planning, shape our product portfolio, and lead all aspects of mergers and acquisitions. This is a high-impact role, directly influencing the future of a rapidly growing $800M aerospace and defense business with significant acquisition capacity.
The Opportunity:
EBAD's business provides critical systems that are vital to our national defense and the exploration of space. With rapid growth and a long-term mindset, EBAD is creating this newly established role to strengthen its strategic capabilities and accelerate both organic and inorganic growth.
The Director of Strategy and M&A will serve as a strategic advisor to the Business Unit President and senior leadership, driving disciplined strategy formulation and execution. This role leads the end-to-end M&A strategy, from identifying high-impact growth opportunities to structuring complex transactions and orchestrating seamless post-merger integration. Success in this position requires exceptional strategic ability, financial acumen, cross-functional collaboration, and the ability to influence outcomes without direct authority.
This is an exciting opportunity for a strategic leader to shape the portfolio, build sustainable growth, and directly impact the trajectory of a rapidly growing company with strong investment capacity.
Core Competencies for Success:
Strategic Thinking: Able to synthesize complex inputs, market trends, customer needs, and internal capabilities into clear strategies that align with long-term goals.
M&A Expertise: Proven success leading all phases of acquisitions including sourcing, due diligence, valuation, negotiations, deal structuring, and post-close integration.
Financial Acumen: Strong ability to build and interpret financial models, conduct valuations, and assess investment opportunities with discipline and clarity.
Collaborative Influence: Builds trust across executive leadership and cross-functional teams, driving alignment without direct authority.
Executive Presence & Communication: Confidently represents strategy and deal rationale to senior leaders, the board, and external partners.
Continuous Improvement Mindset (Kaizen): Brings structure, discipline, and a drive to improve strategic processes and decision-making frameworks.
Results Orientation: Operates with urgency, sets clear objectives, and consistently delivers measurable outcomes.
The Candidate We Are Looking For
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or Business; MBA preferred.
10+ years of relevant experience in M&A, FP&A, investment banking or strategic consulting.
Proven experience driving corporate strategy in a complex engineering or manufacturing environment; aerospace & defense strongly preferred
Demonstrated track record of leading successful M&A transactions end-to-end, including sourcing, due diligence, financial modeling, negotiations, and post-close integration
Strong analytical and financial modeling skills with the ability to develop actionable insights, evaluate portfolio opportunities, and guide investment decisions
Deep understanding of portfolio strategy, including evaluation of product and market expansion opportunities.
Highly collaborative, able to influence without direct authority across multiple stakeholders.
Strong executive presence and communication skills; credible with executive leadership, boards, and external partners.
Skilled in continuous improvement, performance metrics, and problem-solving through EBOS, Lean, and Kaizen practices
A Defining Leadership Opportunity:
Legacy: Join a privately held, 188-year-old company that takes a long-term approach, free from the short-term pressures of quarterly-driven reporting.
Impact: Shape enterprise-wide strategy and lead M&A execution that will directly determine the company's future growth and success.
Partnership: Work directly with the General Manager, Business Unit President, and senior leadership team in a highly visible and influential role.
Culture of Excellence: Thrive in an entrepreneurial environment that values people, integrity, and mission-driven excellence, with a commitment to continuous improvement.
Ready to Make a Difference?
If you're a strategic M&A leader looking to make a meaningful impact, this is your moment to work with a legacy-rich aerospace and defense organization poised for its next chapter of growth and this role is at the center of it. As Director of Strategy and M&A, you'll shape the future of the business, lead transformative deals, and work directly with senior leadership to drive long-term value. If you're ready to elevate your career, we invite you to explore this opportunity and make your mark with us.
Compensation and Rewards
We recognize that world-class leaders deliver world-class impact, and we reward accordingly. This role offers a competitive executive package that includes:
Base Salary: $200k - $250k plus annual bonus
Executive Relocation: Comprehensive support for a seamless transition
Additional Enhancements: Potential sign-on incentives and tailored rewards based on experience
We offer a competitive compensation package aligned with skills & experience, with flexibility to reward top talent and extraordinary qualifications.
Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company
is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, national origin, or veteran status.
Auto-ApplyDirector, Product Strategy
Senior manager of marketing job in Farmington, CT
We are seeking a Director, Product Strategy, to join our young but rapidly growing SaaS organization and help shape the future of our product portfolio. This role bridges customer needs, business goals, and technical capabilities-ensuring we're building the right products, in the right way, at the right time. You'll partner with AWS AI cloud experts, Drupal engineers, client support and go-to-market teams to define strategies that drive growth, adoption, and long-term value. You will set the vision, shape the roadmaps, lead through insights, and drive differentiation across OpenSource CMS and AWS cloud markets.
Measures:
Product Portfolio Sales & Gross Margin
Client retention
Support ticket resolution
REPORTS TO: President, ZenSource
SPAN OF CONTROL:
Client Success Manager
Department P&L
Responsibilities:
Craft & Lead Product Vision: Define a compelling, long-term product strategy that aligns directly with business objectives. You're not supporting the vision-you are the vision injection. Responsibilities include setting 1, 3, and 5 year roadmaps for growth, ROI, and competitive advantage.
Define Offerings & Capabilities: Architect the evolution of product offerings-driving packaging, functionality, pricing tiers, and modular capabilities that can scale and differentiate.
Product Positioning: Own product positioning, pricing, and marketing assets. Partner with sales and marketing teams with differentiated messaging rooted in value to increase market share.
Cross-Functional Leadership: Partner with Engineering, IT, Marketing, Sales, and Customer Success. Ensure alignment and drive execution across functions.
Market & Competitive Intelligence: Continuously surface customer needs, market shifts, emerging tech, and competitive threats. Iterate strategy proactively. Create and expand customer advisory boards.
P&L Performance: Define department success through meaningful metrics-adoption, revenue, retention, market share. Report on performance to executives and the board, adjust course as needed.
Champion Innovation & Differentiation: Drive unique value delivery-whether via feature, vertical focus, service enhancement, or ecosystem play-to stand out in SaaS crowded fields.
WHAT IT TAKES TO SUCCEED
Qualifications:
10+ years of experience SaaS product strategy, product research and pricing, and product marketing with a focus on strategic leadership.
Experience in Drupal or other OpenSource CMS, Acquia or Pantheon a plus.
Experience with OKR or other performance improvement frameworks.
Proven track record of developing and delivering multi-phase product roadmaps and scaling product portfolios.
Strong background in crafting product positioning, messaging, and marketing asset development.
Demonstrated success collaborating with executive stakeholders and shaping strategic narratives internally and externally.
Excellent communication skills, with comfort presenting to executive teams, boards, partners, and customers.
Leadership experience in hiring, mentoring, and scaling strategy-focused teams.
The Perks:
Unlimited PTO
Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k plus match
Annual performance bonus eligibility
Ongoing professional development opportunities
Opportunity to work with top tier clients across healthcare, manufacturing, education, and financial services.
Planned outings and team events (remote workers included!)
COMPENSATION
We offer a competitive salary based on experience and qualifications. The compensation range for this position is $115,000 to $140,000 annually, with potential for bonuses, stock and additional benefits
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Occasional standing, walking, or lifting of office supplies (up to 10-20 lbs.)
Frequent communication via phone, email, and video conferencing.
Work is performed in a temperature-controlled office environment with standard lighting and noise levels. Position may require occasional travel to client site.
EEO & Accessibility Statement DIGITAL UNITED is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact [email protected].
Auto-ApplySenior Product Marketing Manager- Multicloud Infrastructure
Senior manager of marketing job in Hartford, CT
Remote United States The application window is expected to close on 12/12/25 Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received. Meet the Team Cisco Security & Infrastructure seeks a Product Marketing Manager with deep technical expertise, marketing insights and phenomenal storytelling skills in virtualization and containerization platforms to drive go-to-market strategy for next-generation multicloud infrastructure solutions that bridge traditional and modern application environments. We're global, adaptable, diverse and our portfolio is as extensive as it is groundbreaking. Join an enterprise security and infrastructure leader with a start-up culture, committed to driving innovation and impact.
Your Impact
You'll be the critical bridge between engineering innovation and market success, translating complex infrastructure capabilities into compelling value propositions. This role demands someone who can engage with enterprise architects on technical transformation challenges while crafting strategic narratives that resonate with C-level executives facing infrastructure modernization decisions. You are primarily responsible for external-facing activities ensuring your product's market success and understanding key industry trends and your customers' struggles. You will work closely with sales, campaigns, and customer success teams to ensure your product positioning resonates with target customers, driving product visibility, adoption, and overall success.
Key Responsibilities:
* Develop Go-to-Market Strategy for new and existing products: Develop and execute the GTM strategy for hybrid infrastructure solutions, identifying adoption patterns, use cases, target markets and customer segments operating across virtualized and containerized environments
* Customer-Centric Product Evolution: Engage directly with early adopters and design partners to understand infrastructure pain points, application dependencies, and operational requirements. Transform these insights into product requirements and positioning that addresses real-world hybrid cloud scenarios
* Develop Core Product Positioning, Messaging, and Differentiators: Craft compelling and consistent positioning and messaging around the differentiators that align with the overall product strategy and resonate with customers and partners. Work with inbound product management, engineering, and the field to identify and articulate the outstanding value propositions of Cisco Infrastructure and Security products, ensuring they are communicated and understood by the target audiences. Passionately represent the voice of our customers to internal teams.
* Enable Sales and Partners: Develop content for collateral, product training, and other resources for direct sales teams and partner organizations. Engage directly with sales and customers to understand changing needs. Attend industry events. Serve as subject matter expert.
* Conduct Market Research: Continuously analyze the market and customer feedback to identify emerging trends, opportunities, and threats. Conduct meticulous competitive analysis to ensure the product is positioned successfully.
* Influence Partners, including Executives: Use excellent communication skills for effective engagement. Demonstrate your strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven mentality to make product and marketing recommendations. Define and monitor metrics to assess GTM success.
Minimum Qualifications:
* 10+ years in enterprise infrastructure/platform technology with at least 5 years in product marketing or technical product management
* Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or equivalent technical experience
* Hands-on experience with both VMware vSphere/ESXi and Kubernetes/OpenShift environments
* Proven track record working with enterprise customers on infrastructure modernization initiatives
* Deep understanding of application architectures, infrastructure dependencies, and platform integration challenges
Preferred Qualifications:
* Direct experience with infrastructure transformation and application modernization projects
* Knowledge of specific technologies: vMotion, Storage vMotion, Kubernetes operators, Helm charts, persistent volumes, and CNI plugins
* Understanding of enterprise concerns: compliance, data gravity, licensing optimization, and TCO modeling
* Experience with related technologies: Tanzu, Anthos, AWS Outposts, Azure Arc
* Experience presenting to business and technical audiences at conferences like KubeCon, VMworld, or Red Hat Summit
* Experience speaking publicly to an executive-level audience
* Product marketing experience
* MBA
* Strong project execution skills, attention to detail, and a risk-mitigation mentality
* Self-motivation and partnership a strive to find new and innovative solutions
* Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and reporting skills in customer-facing roles
* Ability to lead and influence via persuasion, perseverance, and energy to drive consensus across functions and teams
* Collaboration with internal and external partners
Critical Success Factors:
* Anticipate customer objections around platform compatibility, performance considerations, and operational complexity
* Build trust with skeptical infrastructure teams who've experienced failed transformation initiatives
* Create compelling business cases that justify infrastructure investments
* Navigate complex enterprise procurement cycles with multiple stakeholders
* Balance technical accuracy with accessible storytelling
The ideal candidate thinks like an architect, communicates like a strategist, and executes like an entrepreneur. You should be equally comfortable discussing technical issues with an SRE team or presenting TCO analysis to a CFO.
Why Cisco?
At Cisco, we're revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations in the AI era - and beyond. We've been innovating fearlessly for 40 years to create solutions that power how humans and technology work together across the physical and digital worlds. These solutions provide customers with unparalleled security, visibility, and insights across the entire digital footprint.
Fueled by the depth and breadth of our technology, we experiment and create meaningful solutions. Add to that our worldwide network of doers and experts, and you'll see that the opportunities to grow and build are limitless. We work as a team, collaborating with empathy to make really big things happen on a global scale. Because our solutions are everywhere, our impact is everywhere.
We are Cisco, and our power starts with you.
Message to applicants applying to work in the U.S. and/or Canada:
The starting salary range posted for this position is $196,000.00 to $247,000.00 and reflects the projected salary range for new hires in this position in U.S. and/or Canada locations, not including incentive compensation*, equity, or benefits.
Individual pay is determined by the candidate's hiring location, market conditions, job-related skillset, experience, qualifications, education, certifications, and/or training. The full salary range for certain locations is listed below. For locations not listed below, the recruiter can share more details about compensation for the role in your location during the hiring process.
U.S. employees are offered benefits, subject to Cisco's plan eligibility rules, which include medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability coverage, and basic life insurance. Please see the Cisco careers site to discover more benefits and perks. Employees may be eligible to receive grants of Cisco restricted stock units, which vest following continued employment with Cisco for defined periods of time.
U.S. employees are eligible for paid time away as described below, subject to Cisco's policies:
* 10 paid holidays per full calendar year, plus 1 floating holiday for non-exempt employees
* 1 paid day off for employee's birthday, paid year-end holiday shutdown, and 4 paid days off for personal wellness determined by Cisco
* Non-exempt employees receive 16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year, accrued at rate of 4.92 hours per pay period for full-time employees
* Exempt employees participate in Cisco's flexible vacation time off program, which has no defined limit on how much vacation time eligible employees may use (subject to availability and some business limitations)
* 80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter, and up to 80 hours of unused sick time carried forward from one calendar year to the next
* Additional paid time away may be requested to deal with critical or emergency issues for family members
* Optional 10 paid days per full calendar year to volunteer
For non-sales roles, employees are also eligible to earn annual bonuses subject to Cisco's policies.
Employees on sales plans earn performance-based incentive pay on top of their base salary, which is split between quota and non-quota components, subject to the applicable Cisco plan. For quota-based incentive pay, Cisco typically pays as follows:
* .75% of incentive target for each 1% of revenue attainment up to 50% of quota;
* 1.5% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 50% and 75%;
* 1% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 75% and 100%; and
* Once performance exceeds 100% attainment, incentive rates are at or above 1% for each 1% of attainment with no cap on incentive compensation.
For non-quota-based sales performance elements such as strategic sales objectives, Cisco may pay 0% up to 125% of target. Cisco sales plans do not have a minimum threshold of performance for sales incentive compensation to be paid.
The applicable full salary ranges for this position, by specific state, are listed below:
New York City Metro Area:
$196,000.00 - $284,100.00
Non-Metro New York state & Washington state:
$174,000.00 - $252,100.00
* For quota-based sales roles on Cisco's sales plan, the ranges provided in this posting include base pay and sales target incentive compensation combined.
Employees in Illinois, whether exempt or non-exempt, will participate in a unique time off program to meet local requirements.
Marketing/ Communications Manager
Senior manager of marketing job in Norwich, CT
Marketing & Communications Manager
Join a growing, niche manufacturer known for quality, creativity, and customer focus. We're seeking a Marketing & Communications Manager who brings a mix of design savvy, strategic thinking, and executional drive. This role offers the opportunity to shape brand presence, launch new products, and elevate customer engagement across multiple platforms.
What You'll Do:
Creative Campaigns & Content
Develop and execute marketing strategies for new product launches (including our new product line and wall décor collections)
Design compelling visuals and marketing materials using Canva, Publisher, and other design tools
Collaborate with leadership and sales to craft product narratives and promotions
Digital & Web Marketing
Manage and modernize our e-commerce presence and company website
Build and maintain SEO-friendly content and digital campaigns
Work on website UX, layout upgrades, and mobile responsiveness
Trade Shows & Events
Lead booth planning and visual branding for national and regional trade shows
Coordinate logistics, promotional items, and booth design ideas
Ensure brand consistency across all public-facing channels
Project Management & Collaboration
Oversee timelines and deliverables for all marketing initiatives
Work cross-functionally with product development and sales
Track performance of marketing efforts and adjust campaigns accordingly
What We're Looking For:
3-8 years of marketing experience, preferably in manufacturing, product, or B2B sectors
Creative and hands-on designer with fluency in Canva and Publisher.
Strong understanding of digital marketing and e-commerce platforms
Experience managing or contributing to trade shows and promotional events
Excellent project management skills-able to juggle priorities, deadlines, and cross-team communication
Self-starter with a passion for branding, design, and product storytelling
Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Design, or related field preferred
Why Join Us?
Work in a tight-knit, supportive team with lots of room to grow
Opportunity to bring your creative vision to product marketing and branding
Hands-on role with real impact in a company that values initiative and innovation
Competitive salary, benefits, and long-term advancement potential
Interested candidates should be eager to roll up their sleeves, bring fresh ideas to the table, and help carry a trusted brand forward in exciting new ways.
Product Marketing Manager - Prescription Payer Management
Senior manager of marketing job in Hartford, CT
We're looking for a Consumer Product Marketing Manager, specializing in the vision insurance channel and prescription (Rx) commercialization of Meta's smart glasses and AR business. You will be responsible for influencing product strategies and positioning for target audiences, driving go-to-market efforts that drive awareness and adoption, and working cross-functionally with partners throughout the company. This Product Marketing Manager will have in-depth experience in the prescription optical industry and vision insurance, including new product commercialization. Core to the role will be supporting go-to-market strategy creation and execution for prescription wearables technology across Rx channels.
**Required Skills:**
Product Marketing Manager - Prescription Payer Management Responsibilities:
1. Lead the definition and execution of vision insurance strategy and relationships for Meta's wearables' business
2. Define the value proposition for insurance providers to enable member access to Meta's products using insurance benefits
3. Manage Meta's product status under different formulary scenarios and in- vs. out-of-network provider conditions
4. Influence product development and support a case for business investment by synthesizing, analyzing, and implementing learnings from customer feedback sources (e.g. in-market feedback, industry reports, competitive assessments, customer research, alpha/beta tests, etc) to strengthen outcomes for product-market-fit
5. Create go-to-market (GTM) strategy to drive product adoption & engagement
6. Manage prescription data and analytics with internal and external partners, and uncover actionable insights to drive access and adoption in existing and new channels
7. Serve as the subject matter expert on prescription wearer and channel needs and mindsets
8. Manage prescription product claims, content, and pricing in B2C and B2B contexts, and for wearers with and without insurance
**Minimum Qualifications:**
Minimum Qualifications:
9. 7+ years of experience in product marketing, product management, management consulting, business strategy in vision correction and/or eye health fields
10. In-depth knowledge of vision insurance across multiple providers
11. Experience with insurance formulary management and provider network strategies
12. Experience building partnerships with cross-functional teams, and shaping product roadmaps and go-to-market strategies
13. Experience analyzing data and translating to insights that support product development and go-to-market strategies
14. Experience leading implementation of complex product or service offerings
15. Experience working with technical partners to translate between technical and consumer languages
16. Experience collaborating with external vendors and partners
17. Bachelor's degree
**Preferred Qualifications:**
Preferred Qualifications:
18. Experience working in a fast-paced dynamic environment, identifying and escalating issues early and often
19. Interest and understanding of Virtual and Mixed Reality
20. MS/MBA degree
**Public Compensation:**
$158,000/year to $223,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits
**Industry:** Internet
**Equal Opportunity:**
Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Meta participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Please note that Meta may leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies in connection with applications for employment.
Meta is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at accommodations-ext@fb.com.
Director of Content Strategy and Brand Voice
Senior manager of marketing job in Middletown, CT
The Office of Communications shines a spotlight on the people and programs of Wesleyan University to enhance its reputation as a leader in liberal arts education. In so doing, it serves as a partner with units across campus, providing expertise in brand management, strategic communication, media relations, digital and social media strategy, website development, content training and strategy, print and online publications and videography and photography.
Reporting to the Assistant Vice President for Communications and Marketing, the Director of Content Strategy and Brand Voice is a creative storyteller and strategic thinker who is passionate about content and the role it can play in enhancing the reputation of the University.
This role will collaborate with a wide variety of key stakeholders across the University to develop content aligned with Wesleyan's mission and core messaging and will be responsible for delivering content that engages Wesleyan's audiences of prospective students/parents, on campus community, alumni, donors, etc.
Responsibilities:
Work with the Assistant Vice President for Communications and Marketing and colleagues to enhance recognition of the University's stature, the value of its activities, and its brand of liberal arts education.
Drive editorial strategy, content development, message map(s), and the editorial calendar for the University.
Maintain guidelines for the University that enable clear and consistent use of brand voice.
Lead a team of highly experienced content contributors and media and public relations professionals to ensure consistency across all channels-web, digital, media, and print and adherence to core messaging, brand voice, style, and tone guidelines.
Create, develop, write, edit, and review a wide variety of content types from across the University, including marketing copy, long-form articles, emails, web content, video scripts, speeches, reports, etc.
Collaborate cross functionally with University departments to ensure executional excellence and development of innovative content.
Collaborate with the department's creative and digital teams to ensure all multimedia and graphics align with the brand voice and messaging.
Provide strategic direction to the Managing Editor on all aspects of creating and producing
Wesleyan Magazine
in print and online.
Drive effective processes to foster internal collaboration and enhance efficiency.
Use data to create metrics and use that information to drive improvement.
Create, edit, and send mass emails to the campus, as needed.
Experiment with new forms of content, delivery, technology, process, etc. to position Wesleyan as a leader on the cutting edge of Communications.
Assist the Assistant Vice President for Communications and Marketing with significant additional assignments, as appropriate and needed in response to changing demands.
This position is required to work on campus.
(Relocation assistance to CT is available for those who qualify).Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in English, journalism, or related field and at minimum seven years of progressively responsible editorial experience with a consistent increase in responsibility including leadership, management and supervisory experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Innovative, strategic, editorial, writing, and storytelling experience across all channels- web, digital, media, print.
Demonstrated ability to develop and implement successful brand voice strategies across multiple channels.
Sophisticated writing and editing.
Experience designing and developing strategic content in all forms including marketing copy, long form articles, emails, web content, video scripts, speeches, and reports.
Experience with content management and delivery while adhering to brand awareness.
Demonstrated experience effectively supervising creative staff, freelancers, and leading teams.
Prior experience managing an editorial calendar.
Experience managing a large and consistently shifting editorial workload.
Demonstrated ability and enthusiasm for managing relationships at all levels of the organization.
Demonstrated creativity and effective communication skills.
Familiarity with AP and Chicago style conventions, excellent spelling, and grammar skill.
Strong interpersonal, collaborative, and organizational skills.
Strong project/time management and multitasking abilities.
Creative problem-solving ability and excellent analytical skills.
Demonstrated commitment to work within a diverse environment and interact collegially with individuals of different backgrounds.
Preferred Qualifications
Eight or more years of progressively responsible editorial experience with a consistent increase in responsibility including leadership, management and supervisory experience strongly preferred.
In-depth knowledge of magazine structure, production, and design.
As a part of your application please upload a cover letter, resume and provide 3-5 writing samples highlighting diversity in writing. For e.g. a news story, feature story and op-ed.
Compensation: $90,000-$108,000Work Location: On Campus
All offers to external applicants are contingent on the candidate's completion of a pre-employment background check screening to the satisfaction of Wesleyan University.
Wesleyan University, located in Middletown, Connecticut, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, age, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin, marital status, ancestry, present or past history of mental disorder, learning disability or physical disability, political belief, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or non-position-related criminal record. We welcome applications from women and historically underrepresented minority groups. Inquiries regarding Title IX, Section 504 or any other non-discrimination policies should be directed to Vice President for Equity and Inclusion, Title IX and ADA/504 Coordinator.
Wesleyan University complies with the Clery Act and maintains records of campus crime statistics and security policies. Copies of Wesleyan University's Clery Act Report are available on request and online at *************************************************
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Wesleyan offers a broad range of employee benefits and development opportunities, including comprehensive group insurance plans, wellness programs and incentives, generous paid time off and retirement plans, flexible work schedules, employee and dependent tuition programs for those who qualify.
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Auto-ApplyProduct Marketing Manager, Real-World Data (RWD)
Senior manager of marketing job in Hartford, CT
Company: Norstella Employment Type: Full Time **Description** At Norstella, our mission is simple: to help our clients bring life-saving therapies to market quicker-and help patients in need. Founded in 2022, but with history going back to 1939, Norstella unites best-in-class brands to help clients navigate the complexities at each step of the drug development life cycle -and get the right treatments to the right patients at the right time.
Each organization (Citeline, Evaluate, MMIT, Panalgo, The Dedham Group) delivers must-have answers for critical strategic and commercial decision-making. Together, via our market-leading brands, we help our clients:
- Citeline - accelerate the drug development cycle
- Evaluate - bring the right drugs to market
- MMIT - identify barrier to patient access
- Panalgo - turn data into insight faster
- The Dedham Group - think strategically for specialty therapeutics
By combining the efforts of each organization under Norstella, we can offer an even wider breadth of expertise, cutting-edge data solutions and expert advisory services alongside advanced technologies such as real-world data, machine learning and predictive analytics. As one of the largest global pharma intelligence solution providers, Norstella has a footprint across the globe with teams of experts delivering world class solutions in the USA, UK, The Netherlands, Japan, China and India.
**The Role: Product Marketing Manager, Real-World Data (RWD)**
The Product Marketing Manager, RWD is an individual contributor reporting to the Vice President of Product Marketing. You'll shape and execute GTM for Norstella's RWD assets, products, and services, partnering closely with Product, Commercial, and our RWD Center of Excellence to drive adoption and revenue
**Responsibilities:**
- Positioning & Messaging: Own differentiated positioning, packaging, and narratives for RWD products and services; translate complex methods into clear value for biopharma buyers.
- Go-to-Market: Build and run launch plans (tiers, milestones, pricing/packaging input, sales motions); align with Product, Sales, and Marketing on timelines and KPIs.
- Market Intelligence: Size markets, map competitors, synthesize buyer pains and jobs-to-be-done; turn insights into roadmap and GTM recommendations.
- Pipeline Enablement: Create core PMM artifacts (value frameworks, pitch decks, one-pagers, FAQs, objection handling); enable Sales/CS through trainings and talk tracks.
- Demand Support: Partner with Demand Gen on campaigns, content, and events; define target segments, offers, and success metrics.
**Qualifications:**
- Bachelor's in Business, Marketing, or a life sciences field.
- 3-5 years in Product Marketing or Product Management; experience with real-world data (claims, labs, EMR/EHR, Rx, hub/specialty pharmacy) strongly preferred.
- Proven ability to turn technical concepts into compelling, concise messaging and content.
- Executive-ready communicator; excellent writing and PowerPoint.
- Comfortable in fast-moving, cross-functional environments; bias to action.
- Pragmatic Institute or PMA certification a plus
**Location: United States**
**Our Guiding Principles for success at Norstella:**
01: Bold, Passionate, and Mission-First
02: Integrity, Truth, and Reality
03: Kindness, Empathy, and Grace
04: Resilience, Mettle, and Perseverance
05: Humility, Gratitude, and Learning
**Benefits:**
- Medical and Prescription Drug Benefits
- Health Savings Accounts (HSA) or Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Dental & Vision Benefits
- Basic Life and AD&D Benefits
- 401k Retirement Plan with Company Match
- Company Paid Short & Long-Term Disability
- Paid Parental Leave
- Paid Time Off & Company Holidays
_The expected base salary for this position ranges from $120,000 to $140,000. It is not typical for offers to be made at or near the top of the range. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, licensure or certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. In addition to base salary and a competitive benefits package, successful candidates are eligible to receive a discretionary bonus._
_Norstella is an equal opportunity employer. All job applicants will receive equal treatment regardless of race, creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability or handicap, medical condition, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions), marital or domestic partner status, military or veteran status, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, reproductive health decision making, or any other protected characteristic as established by federal, state, or local law._
_Sometimes the best opportunities are hidden by self-doubt. We disqualify ourselves before we have the opportunity to be considered. Regardless of where you came from, how you identify, or the path that led you here- you are welcome. If you read this job description and feel passion and excitement, we're just as excited about you._
_All legitimate roles with Norstella will be posted on Norstella's job board which is located at norstella.com/careers. If a role is not posted on this job board, a candidate should assume the role is not a legitimate role with Norstella. Norstella is not responsible for an application that may be submitted by or through a third-party and candidates should proceed with extreme caution if a third-party approaches them about an open role with Norstella. Norstella will never ask for anything of value or any type of payment during or as part of any recruitment, interview, or pre-hire onboarding process. If you are aware of or have reason to believe a job posting purportedly for a role with Norstella is fraudulent or otherwise not authorized by Norstella, please contact the Company using the following email address:_ _[email protected]_ _._
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Senior Product Marketing Manager
Senior manager of marketing job in Hartford, CT
Datavant is a data platform company and the world's leader in health data exchange. Our vision is that every healthcare decision is powered by the right data, at the right time, in the right format. Our platform is powered by the largest, most diverse health data network in the U.S., enabling data to be secure, accessible and usable to inform better health decisions. Datavant is trusted by the world's leading life sciences companies, government agencies, and those who deliver and pay for care.
By joining Datavant today, you're stepping onto a high-performing, values-driven team. Together, we're rising to the challenge of tackling some of healthcare's most complex problems with technology-forward solutions. Datavanters bring a diversity of professional, educational and life experiences to realize our bold vision for healthcare.
**About the Role**
The Senior Product Marketing Manager is responsible for defining the story of our products. What we build, why it matters, and how it drives impact for our customers. This person will translate product strategy into compelling narratives, enable our commercial teams, and partner with Growth and Demand Gen to activate campaigns that drive adoption and pipeline.
**Key Responsibilities**
+ **Positioning & Messaging:** Craft differentiated messaging and positioning for core products and solutions; own the "master story" and ensure consistency across channels. **GTM & Launch Strategy:** Lead product launches and go-to-market planning; align cross-functionally with Product, Sales, and Marketing.
+ **Sales Enablement:** Develop battlecards, talk tracks, competitive briefs, and onboarding materials to arm Sales and Customer teams with clear, confident messaging.
+ **Content Ownership:** Oversee high-impact content, including white papers, case studies, solution overviews, and thought leadership pieces. **Campaign Partnership:** Co-develop campaign messaging and content with Growth & Demand Gen, ensuring alignment between product strategy and execution. **Market & Competitive Intelligence:** Maintain ongoing insight into market trends, customer needs, and competitor positioning to inform strategy.
+ **Customer Advisory Board (CAB) Content:** Partner with the CX team on customer storytelling, narrative development, and event messaging.
**What You Bring**
+ 6-8 years of product or solutions marketing experience in B2B SaaS, health tech, or data-driven industries.
+ Demonstrated ability to craft compelling, differentiated messaging and translate technical concepts into business value.
+ Strong collaboration skills; proven track record of partnering with Product, Sales, and Demand Gen teams.
+ Excellent storytelling and writing abilities; comfortable developing and presenting content to executive audiences.
+ Strategic thinker who is also hands-on; able to own both planning and execution.
We are committed to building a diverse team of Datavanters who are all responsible for stewarding a high-performance culture in which all Datavanters belong and thrive. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.
At Datavant our total rewards strategy powers a high-growth, high-performance, health technology company that rewards our employees for transforming health care through creating industry-defining data logistics products and services.
The range posted is for a given job title, which can include multiple levels. Individual rates for the same job title may differ based on their level, responsibilities, skills, and experience for a specific job.
The estimated total cash compensation range for this role is:
$128,000-$160,000 USD
To ensure the safety of patients and staff, many of our clients require post-offer health screenings and proof and/or completion of various vaccinations such as the flu shot, Tdap, COVID-19, etc. Any requests to be exempted from these requirements will be reviewed by Datavant Human Resources and determined on a case-by-case basis. Depending on the state in which you will be working, exemptions may be available on the basis of disability, medical contraindications to the vaccine or any of its components, pregnancy or pregnancy-related medical conditions, and/or religion.
This job is not eligible for employment sponsorship.
Datavant is committed to a work environment free from job discrimination. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status. To learn more about our commitment, please review our EEO Commitment Statement here (************************************************** . Know Your Rights (*********************************************************************** , explore the resources available through the EEOC for more information regarding your legal rights and protections. In addition, Datavant does not and will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay.
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Product Manager - Transportation Management Systems
Senior manager of marketing job in Hartford, CT
The Cardinal Health Logistics team delivers products and services that create a differentiated experience for customers while relentlessly improving speed, reliability, and cost through supply chain optimization. We enable growth through effective and efficient movement of over 45 million shipments annually, supporting the flow of materials and products between suppliers, manufacturers, and customers.
We are seeking a highly skilled Product Manager for Transportation to drive strategic initiatives within our Supply Chain. In this critical role, you will be responsible for defining and enhancing the technological capabilities and processes that underpin our transportation planning and execution. Your contributions will be vital in fulfilling Cardinal Health's promise to be healthcare's most trusted partner, directly influencing operational excellence, cost optimization, and comprehensive shipment visibility.
**_Responsibilities_**
+ Contribute to the transportation product strategy, encompassing both short-term tactical plans and long-range strategic roadmaps.
+ Facilitate cross-functional collaboration to elicit detailed requirements, define key performance indicators (KPIs), and conduct robust cost-benefit analyses to quantify return on investment (ROI).
+ Strategically prioritize roadmap items, exercising the ability to decline non-strategic requests to ensure focus on high-impact deliverables
+ Communicate regular, transparent updates to all stakeholders, including senior leadership, regarding product progress, potential risks, and critical decisions to ensure organizational alignment.
+ Proactively identify, analyze, and resolve issues, effectively mitigating risks to maintain delivery timelines and successful delivery of solutions.
+ Lead the scoping, design, and deployment of innovative logistics products and solutions that enhance and strategically transform global supply chain management and systems.
+ Champion the successful adoption of logistics products, establishing and monitoring key performance indicators (KPIs), adoption rates, and financial impact metrics to demonstrate tangible business value.
+ Collaborate closely with Enterprise IT teams within an Agile framework to ensure the timely and effective delivery of initiatives that align with evolving business needs and future strategic capabilities.
**_Qualifications_**
+ Bachelor's Degree in related field or equivalent work experience preferred
+ 6+ years experience in Transportation, Logistics or Supply Chain IT roles preferred
+ Project and Product Management experience; and knowledge of Agile practices
+ Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office products
+ Professional level business writing skills
+ Travel Expectations: Approximately 10%
**Anticipated salary range:** $105,100 - $135,090
**Bonus eligible:** Yes
**Benefits:** Cardinal Health offers a wide variety of benefits and programs to support health and well-being.
+ Medical, dental and vision coverage
+ Paid time off plan
+ Health savings account (HSA)
+ 401k savings plan
+ Access to wages before pay day with my FlexPay
+ Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
+ Short- and long-term disability coverage
+ Work-Life resources
+ Paid parental leave
+ Healthy lifestyle programs
**Application window anticipated to close:** 12/31/25 *if interested in opportunity, please submit application as soon as possible.
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Director, Value and Access Strategy - CNS
Senior manager of marketing job in Hartford, CT
The Director, Value & Access Strategy leads the strategy and tactical development supporting our market access customers. This encompasses corporate approach recommendations for existing and emerging channels, bridging pipeline market access strategies to inline, Therapeutic Area initiatives and is accountable for all brand payer related initiatives for the portfolio working closely with the brand teams.
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+ Develop and lead a cross-portfolio approach to market access customers
+ Develop an CNS wide portfolio value proposition for market access customers
+ Lead the team to develop and implement payer pull-through material
+ Lead the team to develop and refine the payer value proposition for inline brands
+ Collaborate with Commercial team to ensure payer value drivers are incorporated into all payer marketing initiatives
+ Continually evaluate Market Access strategies for pipeline products by partnering with Medical Affairs, Value and Evidence and the Market Access team while effectively bridging them to inline marketing support
+ Direct Brand specific Payer/Advocacy Market research activities with CSI colleagues
+ Manage Payer Marketing budget resources
+ Lead market access channel assessments and build recommendations on the best way to approach our existing channels
+ Lead the assessment and development of new channel enhancement
+ Manage key Agencies of Record to deliver tools and tactics
+ Engage, inform and influence key stakeholders
+ Collaborate closely with brand marketing teams
+ Engage with Regional Senior Business Directors as the business dictates
+ Contributes to the development of direct report
+ Travel expected up to 20%
**Qualifications**
Required:
+ Bachelor of Arts (BA) or Bachelor of Science (BS) degree from an accredited four-year college or university (or the equivalent if education obtained outside of the United States)
+ 10+ years pharmaceutical experience in sales or marketing with at least 6+ years of market access responsibilities and successful track record
+ Solid track record of driving market access initiatives within an organization
+ Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively in a matrix team environment
+ Excellent planning and strategy development while executing against tight timelines
+ High emotional intelligence in managing multiple business initiatives and cross-functional relationships
+ Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
+ Strong organizational and project management skills
Preferred:
+ MBA or master's degree preferred
+ Knowledge of payer and access stakeholder needs in the US preferred
**Competencies**
**Accountability for Results -** Stay focused on key strategic objectives, be accountable for high standards of performance, and take an active role in leading change.
**Strategic Thinking & Problem Solving -** Make decisions considering the long-term impact to customers, patients, employees, and the business.
**Patient & Customer Centricity -** Maintain an ongoing focus on the needs of our customers and/or key stakeholders.
**Impactful Communication -** Communicate with logic, clarity, and respect. Influence at all levels to achieve the best results for Otsuka.
**Respectful Collaboration -** Seek and value others' perspectives and strive for diverse partnerships to enhance work toward common goals.
**Empowered Development -** Play an active role in professional development as a business imperative.
Minimum $183,335.00 - Maximum $274,160.00, plus incentive opportunity: The range shown represents a typical pay range or starting pay for individuals who are hired in the role to perform in the United States. Other elements may be used to determine actual pay such as the candidate's job experience, specific skills, and comparison to internal incumbents currently in role. Typically, actual pay will be positioned within the established range, rather than at its minimum or maximum. This information is provided to applicants in accordance with states and local laws.
**Application Deadline** : This will be posted for a minimum of 5 business days.
**Company benefits:** Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, prescription drug coverage, company provided basic life, accidental death & dismemberment, short-term and long-term disability insurance, tuition reimbursement, student loan assistance, a generous 401(k) match, flexible time off, paid holidays, and paid leave programs as well as other company provided benefits.
Come discover more about Otsuka and our benefit offerings; ********************************************* .
**Disclaimer:**
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Marketing Analytics Manager
Senior manager of marketing job in Hartford, CT
About Client:
They help in transforming the leading organizations and communities around the world. Organizations infrastructure and culture is amazing. Best place!!
Job Title: Marketing Analytics Manager
Job Level: Mid - Senior Level
Job Description:
This is what you will do..
You will be using quantitative methods to assess the impact of offline and digital marketing.
You will be interacting with the client.
You will be providing analyses, recommendations, presentations and advice to clients.
You will be doing project-based analytics which includes Marketing Mix Modeling, Multi-Channel Attribution, Digital Analytics, Pricing and Promotion and Demand Forecasting.
You will be leading a team and you will be responsible for team's growth.
We are looking for someone...
Who has nearly 5+ years of experience in the analysis of Marketing data using SAS and other statistical modeling tools.
Who is good in management or leadership role.
Who is good in providing external consulting.
Who is proficient in SAS or other statistical modeling tools.
Who enjoys traveling, because this role involves traveling (80% to 100%).
Who is proficient in Applied Statistics/Econometrics, Statistical Programming, Database Marketing Management & Operations etc.
Who is proficient in Customer-level data analysis.
Qualifications
Who has nearly 5+ years of experience in the analysis of Marketing data using SAS and other statistical modeling tools.
Who is good in management or leadership role.
Who is good in providing external consulting.
Who is proficient in SAS or other statistical modeling tools.
Who enjoys traveling, because this role involves traveling (80% to 100%).
Who is proficient in Applied Statistics/Econometrics, Statistical Programming, Database Marketing Management & Operations etc.
Who is proficient in Customer-level data analysis.
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Director, Strategy and Mergers & Acquisitions
Senior manager of marketing job in Simsbury, CT
At Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company (EBAD), we believe that our strengths are built on our most important resource - our people. Join EBAD and you'll be a part of a team who creates cutting edge technology that will blast us into the future. No other company can match the innovative energetic solutions that we provide. At EBAD you will actively contribute to successful missions putting men, women and satellites into space, and protecting our armed service men and women around the world. If this is the culture and work environment you are seeking, then EBAD is the place for you!
Job Description
Location: Simsbury, CT
Reports to: General Manager
Industry: Aerospace & Defense
Experience Level: Director
Lead Strategy. Drive Growth. Shape the Future
At Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense (EBAD), we've been innovating for nearly 200 years, delivering mission-critical technologies that protect lives and advance exploration. As we prepare to double in size over the next 3-5 years, we're investing in our people and culture to support this transformation.
We're seeking a dynamic Director of Strategy and M&A who will partner with the General Manager, President and leadership team to drive enterprise-wide strategic planning, shape our product portfolio, and lead all aspects of mergers and acquisitions. This is a high-impact role, directly influencing the future of a rapidly growing $800M aerospace and defense business with significant acquisition capacity.
The Opportunity:
EBAD's business provides critical systems that are vital to our national defense and the exploration of space. With rapid growth and a long-term mindset, EBAD is creating this newly established role to strengthen its strategic capabilities and accelerate both organic and inorganic growth.
The Director of Strategy and M&A will serve as a strategic advisor to the Business Unit President and senior leadership, driving disciplined strategy formulation and execution. This role leads the end-to-end M&A strategy, from identifying high-impact growth opportunities to structuring complex transactions and orchestrating seamless post-merger integration. Success in this position requires exceptional strategic ability, financial acumen, cross-functional collaboration, and the ability to influence outcomes without direct authority.
This is an exciting opportunity for a strategic leader to shape the portfolio, build sustainable growth, and directly impact the trajectory of a rapidly growing company with strong investment capacity.
Core Competencies for Success:
Strategic Thinking: Able to synthesize complex inputs, market trends, customer needs, and internal capabilities into clear strategies that align with long-term goals.
M&A Expertise: Proven success leading all phases of acquisitions including sourcing, due diligence, valuation, negotiations, deal structuring, and post-close integration.
Financial Acumen: Strong ability to build and interpret financial models, conduct valuations, and assess investment opportunities with discipline and clarity.
Collaborative Influence: Builds trust across executive leadership and cross-functional teams, driving alignment without direct authority.
Executive Presence & Communication: Confidently represents strategy and deal rationale to senior leaders, the board, and external partners.
Continuous Improvement Mindset (Kaizen): Brings structure, discipline, and a drive to improve strategic processes and decision-making frameworks.
Results Orientation: Operates with urgency, sets clear objectives, and consistently delivers measurable outcomes.
The Candidate We Are Looking For
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or Business; MBA preferred.
10+ years of relevant experience in M&A, FP&A, investment banking or strategic consulting.
Proven experience driving corporate strategy in a complex engineering or manufacturing environment; aerospace & defense strongly preferred
Demonstrated track record of leading successful M&A transactions end-to-end, including sourcing, due diligence, financial modeling, negotiations, and post-close integration
Strong analytical and financial modeling skills with the ability to develop actionable insights, evaluate portfolio opportunities, and guide investment decisions
Deep understanding of portfolio strategy, including evaluation of product and market expansion opportunities.
Highly collaborative, able to influence without direct authority across multiple stakeholders.
Strong executive presence and communication skills; credible with executive leadership, boards, and external partners.
Skilled in continuous improvement, performance metrics, and problem-solving through EBOS, Lean, and Kaizen practices
A Defining Leadership Opportunity:
Legacy: Join a privately held, 188-year-old company that takes a long-term approach, free from the short-term pressures of quarterly-driven reporting.
Impact: Shape enterprise-wide strategy and lead M&A execution that will directly determine the company's future growth and success.
Partnership: Work directly with the General Manager, Business Unit President, and senior leadership team in a highly visible and influential role.
Culture of Excellence: Thrive in an entrepreneurial environment that values people, integrity, and mission-driven excellence, with a commitment to continuous improvement.
Ready to Make a Difference?
If you're a strategic M&A leader looking to make a meaningful impact, this is your moment to work with a legacy-rich aerospace and defense organization poised for its next chapter of growth and this role is at the center of it. As Director of Strategy and M&A, you'll shape the future of the business, lead transformative deals, and work directly with senior leadership to drive long-term value. If you're ready to elevate your career, we invite you to explore this opportunity and make your mark with us.
Compensation and Rewards
We recognize that world-class leaders deliver world-class impact, and we reward accordingly. This role offers a competitive executive package that includes:
Base Salary: $200k - $250k plus annual bonus
Executive Relocation: Comprehensive support for a seamless transition
Additional Enhancements: Potential sign-on incentives and tailored rewards based on experience
We offer a competitive compensation package aligned with skills & experience, with flexibility to reward top talent and extraordinary qualifications.
Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, national origin, or veteran status.
Auto-ApplySenior Product Marketing Manager- Multicloud Infrastructure
Senior manager of marketing job in Hartford, CT
Remote United States The application window is expected to close on 12/12/25 Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received. Meet the Team Cisco Security & Infrastructure seeks a Product Marketing Manager with deep technical expertise, marketing insights and phenomenal storytelling skills in virtualization and containerization platforms to drive go-to-market strategy for next-generation multicloud infrastructure solutions that bridge traditional and modern application environments. We're global, adaptable, diverse and our portfolio is as extensive as it is groundbreaking. Join an enterprise security and infrastructure leader with a start-up culture, committed to driving innovation and impact.
Your Impact
You'll be the critical bridge between engineering innovation and market success, translating complex infrastructure capabilities into compelling value propositions. This role demands someone who can engage with enterprise architects on technical transformation challenges while crafting strategic narratives that resonate with C-level executives facing infrastructure modernization decisions. You are primarily responsible for external-facing activities ensuring your product's market success and understanding key industry trends and your customers' struggles. You will work closely with sales, campaigns, and customer success teams to ensure your product positioning resonates with target customers, driving product visibility, adoption, and overall success.
Key Responsibilities:
* Develop Go-to-Market Strategy for new and existing products: Develop and execute the GTM strategy for hybrid infrastructure solutions, identifying adoption patterns, use cases, target markets and customer segments operating across virtualized and containerized environments
* Customer-Centric Product Evolution: Engage directly with early adopters and design partners to understand infrastructure pain points, application dependencies, and operational requirements. Transform these insights into product requirements and positioning that addresses real-world hybrid cloud scenarios
* Develop Core Product Positioning, Messaging, and Differentiators: Craft compelling and consistent positioning and messaging around the differentiators that align with the overall product strategy and resonate with customers and partners. Work with inbound product management, engineering, and the field to identify and articulate the outstanding value propositions of Cisco Infrastructure and Security products, ensuring they are communicated and understood by the target audiences. Passionately represent the voice of our customers to internal teams.
* Enable Sales and Partners: Develop content for collateral, product training, and other resources for direct sales teams and partner organizations. Engage directly with sales and customers to understand changing needs. Attend industry events. Serve as subject matter expert.
* Conduct Market Research: Continuously analyze the market and customer feedback to identify emerging trends, opportunities, and threats. Conduct meticulous competitive analysis to ensure the product is positioned successfully.
* Influence Partners, including Executives: Use excellent communication skills for effective engagement. Demonstrate your strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven mentality to make product and marketing recommendations. Define and monitor metrics to assess GTM success.
Minimum Qualifications:
* 10+ years in enterprise infrastructure/platform technology with at least 5 years in product marketing or technical product management
* Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or equivalent technical experience
* Hands-on experience with both VMware vSphere/ESXi and Kubernetes/OpenShift environments
* Proven track record working with enterprise customers on infrastructure modernization initiatives
* Deep understanding of application architectures, infrastructure dependencies, and platform integration challenges
Preferred Qualifications:
* Direct experience with infrastructure transformation and application modernization projects
* Knowledge of specific technologies: vMotion, Storage vMotion, Kubernetes operators, Helm charts, persistent volumes, and CNI plugins
* Understanding of enterprise concerns: compliance, data gravity, licensing optimization, and TCO modeling
* Experience with related technologies: Tanzu, Anthos, AWS Outposts, Azure Arc
* Experience presenting to business and technical audiences at conferences like KubeCon, VMworld, or Red Hat Summit
* Experience speaking publicly to an executive-level audience
* Product marketing experience
* MBA
* Strong project execution skills, attention to detail, and a risk-mitigation mentality
* Self-motivation and partnership a strive to find new and innovative solutions
* Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and reporting skills in customer-facing roles
* Ability to lead and influence via persuasion, perseverance, and energy to drive consensus across functions and teams
* Collaboration with internal and external partners
Critical Success Factors:
* Anticipate customer objections around platform compatibility, performance considerations, and operational complexity
* Build trust with skeptical infrastructure teams who've experienced failed transformation initiatives
* Create compelling business cases that justify infrastructure investments
* Navigate complex enterprise procurement cycles with multiple stakeholders
* Balance technical accuracy with accessible storytelling
The ideal candidate thinks like an architect, communicates like a strategist, and executes like an entrepreneur. You should be equally comfortable discussing technical issues with an SRE team or presenting TCO analysis to a CFO.
**Why Cisco?**
At Cisco, we're revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations in the AI era - and beyond. We've been innovating fearlessly for 40 years to create solutions that power how humans and technology work together across the physical and digital worlds. These solutions provide customers with unparalleled security, visibility, and insights across the entire digital footprint.
Fueled by the depth and breadth of our technology, we experiment and create meaningful solutions. Add to that our worldwide network of doers and experts, and you'll see that the opportunities to grow and build are limitless. We work as a team, collaborating with empathy to make really big things happen on a global scale. Because our solutions are everywhere, our impact is everywhere.
We are Cisco, and our power starts with you.
**Message to applicants applying to work in the U.S. and/or Canada:**
The starting salary range posted for this position is $196,000.00 to $247,000.00 and reflects the projected salary range for new hires in this position in U.S. and/or Canada locations, not including incentive compensation*, equity, or benefits.
Individual pay is determined by the candidate's hiring location, market conditions, job-related skillset, experience, qualifications, education, certifications, and/or training. The full salary range for certain locations is listed below. For locations not listed below, the recruiter can share more details about compensation for the role in your location during the hiring process.
U.S. employees are offered benefits, subject to Cisco's plan eligibility rules, which include medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability coverage, and basic life insurance. Please see the Cisco careers site to discover more benefits and perks. Employees may be eligible to receive grants of Cisco restricted stock units, which vest following continued employment with Cisco for defined periods of time.
U.S. employees are eligible for paid time away as described below, subject to Cisco's policies:
+ 10 paid holidays per full calendar year, plus 1 floating holiday for non-exempt employees
+ 1 paid day off for employee's birthday, paid year-end holiday shutdown, and 4 paid days off for personal wellness determined by Cisco
+ Non-exempt employees** receive 16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year, accrued at rate of 4.92 hours per pay period for full-time employees
+ Exempt employees participate in Cisco's flexible vacation time off program, which has no defined limit on how much vacation time eligible employees may use (subject to availability and some business limitations)
+ 80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter, and up to 80 hours of unused sick time carried forward from one calendar year to the next
+ Additional paid time away may be requested to deal with critical or emergency issues for family members
+ Optional 10 paid days per full calendar year to volunteer
For non-sales roles, employees are also eligible to earn annual bonuses subject to Cisco's policies.
Employees on sales plans earn performance-based incentive pay on top of their base salary, which is split between quota and non-quota components, subject to the applicable Cisco plan. For quota-based incentive pay, Cisco typically pays as follows:
+ .75% of incentive target for each 1% of revenue attainment up to 50% of quota;
+ 1.5% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 50% and 75%;
+ 1% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 75% and 100%; and
+ Once performance exceeds 100% attainment, incentive rates are at or above 1% for each 1% of attainment with no cap on incentive compensation.
For non-quota-based sales performance elements such as strategic sales objectives, Cisco may pay 0% up to 125% of target. Cisco sales plans do not have a minimum threshold of performance for sales incentive compensation to be paid.
The applicable full salary ranges for this position, by specific state, are listed below:
New York City Metro Area:
$196,000.00 - $284,100.00
Non-Metro New York state & Washington state:
$174,000.00 - $252,100.00
* For quota-based sales roles on Cisco's sales plan, the ranges provided in this posting include base pay and sales target incentive compensation combined.
** Employees in Illinois, whether exempt or non-exempt, will participate in a unique time off program to meet local requirements.
Cisco is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis.
Cisco will consider for employment, on a case by case basis, qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Product Marketing Manager - AI Networking
Senior manager of marketing job in Hartford, CT
Remote United States The application window is expected to close on 12/12/25 Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received. Meet the Team Join a high-velocity, engineering-aligned product marketing organization that sits at the intersection of AI infrastructure and data center networking. Our team collaborates deeply across product, engineering, integrated marketing, and sales to influence how Cisco shows up for AI Infrastructure builders, operators, and partners shaping the future of AI-ready data centers.
We are looking for a storyteller who loves engaging with technical audiences, and can translate complex innovations into narratives that resonate with developers, architects, and decision-makers alike.
Your Impact
As a Product Marketing Manager supporting Cisco's AI-ready data center networking platforms, you will champion messaging, narratives, and content that help developers and operators adopt Cisco technologies with confidence.
You will influence the way Cisco shows up in the AI ecosystem by collaborating with engineering, developer relations, technology partners, and cloud-native communities-ultimately shaping how customers build, optimize, and scale modern workloads.
What You'll Do
Product Storytelling & Positioning
* Craft clear narratives that connect Cisco switching and data center architectures to real-world AI/ML, distributed training, inference and cloud-native use cases.
* Translate technical innovations into value propositions that resonate across both technical and business audiences.
* Create differentiated messaging against key industry trends, competitive approaches, and emerging open-source technologies.
* Represent Cisco in forums where practitioners gather: GitHub, Slack/Discord communities, conferences, partner events, and webinars.
Launch & GTM Leadership
* Drive product launches across Data center networking platforms and partner solutions-AI fabrics, accelerated networking, container networking, observability, and automation.
* Develop crisp, compelling assets: solution briefs, demo scripts, blogs, videos, event talks, infographics, and partner co-marketing.
Partner & Ecosystem Marketing
* Collaborate with NVIDIA, Red Hat, hyperscalers, Kubernetes ecosystem partners, and observability platforms to define joint narratives.
* Support integrations and partnerships relevant to AI workloads, container networking, Cilium/eBPF ecosystems, and distributed training stacks.
Thought Leadership & Evangelism
* Present at external conferences, partner events, and analyst briefings.
* Establish Cisco as a leader in AI networking, cloud-native compute, and developer-first architectures.
What Success Looks Like
* Developers can understand, build, and operate AI workloads on Cisco switching and DC solutions with less friction.
* Cisco shows up credibly in external forums, not just traditional enterprise channels.
* Messaging resonates with practitioners and reflects what they actually run in production (Kubernetes, distributed training and inference, observability pipelines, GPU networking, etc.).
* Workstreams across engineering, ecosystem partners, and integrated marketing stay aligned through clear, compelling storytelling.
Minimum Qualifications
* 8+ years in Product Marketing, Product Management, DevRel, or Solutions Marketing, preferably in infrastructure, data center, or AI-focused companies.
* Strong understanding of: Data center switching & fabrics, Network architectures for AI (RoCE, telemetry, congestion control, load balancing), Kubernetes, container networking, CNI/Cilium/eBPF, virtualization, Distributed AI/ML workloads, large language models, GPU networking
* Proven ability to create technical content (demos, architecture diagrams, solution briefs, presentations, videos).
* Excellent communicator able to present confidently to practitioners, executives, and partners.
* Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, or related field.
Why Cisco?
At Cisco, we're revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations in the AI era - and beyond. We've been innovating fearlessly for 40 years to create solutions that power how humans and technology work together across the physical and digital worlds. These solutions provide customers with unparalleled security, visibility, and insights across the entire digital footprint.
Fueled by the depth and breadth of our technology, we experiment and create meaningful solutions. Add to that our worldwide network of doers and experts, and you'll see that the opportunities to grow and build are limitless. We work as a team, collaborating with empathy to make really big things happen on a global scale. Because our solutions are everywhere, our impact is everywhere.
We are Cisco, and our power starts with you.
Message to applicants applying to work in the U.S. and/or Canada:
The starting salary range posted for this position is $145,000.00 to $182,800.00 and reflects the projected salary range for new hires in this position in U.S. and/or Canada locations, not including incentive compensation*, equity, or benefits.
Individual pay is determined by the candidate's hiring location, market conditions, job-related skillset, experience, qualifications, education, certifications, and/or training. The full salary range for certain locations is listed below. For locations not listed below, the recruiter can share more details about compensation for the role in your location during the hiring process.
U.S. employees are offered benefits, subject to Cisco's plan eligibility rules, which include medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability coverage, and basic life insurance. Please see the Cisco careers site to discover more benefits and perks. Employees may be eligible to receive grants of Cisco restricted stock units, which vest following continued employment with Cisco for defined periods of time.
U.S. employees are eligible for paid time away as described below, subject to Cisco's policies:
* 10 paid holidays per full calendar year, plus 1 floating holiday for non-exempt employees
* 1 paid day off for employee's birthday, paid year-end holiday shutdown, and 4 paid days off for personal wellness determined by Cisco
* Non-exempt employees receive 16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year, accrued at rate of 4.92 hours per pay period for full-time employees
* Exempt employees participate in Cisco's flexible vacation time off program, which has no defined limit on how much vacation time eligible employees may use (subject to availability and some business limitations)
* 80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter, and up to 80 hours of unused sick time carried forward from one calendar year to the next
* Additional paid time away may be requested to deal with critical or emergency issues for family members
* Optional 10 paid days per full calendar year to volunteer
For non-sales roles, employees are also eligible to earn annual bonuses subject to Cisco's policies.
Employees on sales plans earn performance-based incentive pay on top of their base salary, which is split between quota and non-quota components, subject to the applicable Cisco plan. For quota-based incentive pay, Cisco typically pays as follows:
* .75% of incentive target for each 1% of revenue attainment up to 50% of quota;
* 1.5% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 50% and 75%;
* 1% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 75% and 100%; and
* Once performance exceeds 100% attainment, incentive rates are at or above 1% for each 1% of attainment with no cap on incentive compensation.
For non-quota-based sales performance elements such as strategic sales objectives, Cisco may pay 0% up to 125% of target. Cisco sales plans do not have a minimum threshold of performance for sales incentive compensation to be paid.
The applicable full salary ranges for this position, by specific state, are listed below:
New York City Metro Area:
$145,000.00 - $210,200.00
Non-Metro New York state & Washington state:
$129,000.00 - $187,000.00
* For quota-based sales roles on Cisco's sales plan, the ranges provided in this posting include base pay and sales target incentive compensation combined.
Employees in Illinois, whether exempt or non-exempt, will participate in a unique time off program to meet local requirements.
Director, Global Marketing Nephrology & Immunology
Senior manager of marketing job in Hartford, CT
As the Director of Global Marketing (Nephrology & Immunology), you will transform science into strategy by driving global brand strategy, influencing launch preparations and execution, and forging connections across the enterprise **. This role is responsible for the launch of a first-in-class monoclonal antibody within the Nephrology & Immunology portfolio** . A successful candidate must be a strong matrix leader, good communicator and well-rounded global commercial leader, with proven results in shaping and implementing brand strategy, creating and delivering impactful and innovative Global programs to excel performance across the Globe. Clear strategic thinking with the ability to lead and demonstrate passion for the brand is required.
You'll join an empowered, fast-paced, high-visibility team at the forefront of scientific innovation, where your work will shape decisions that impact patients worldwide with autoimmune and rare diseases.
**Responsibilities:**
+ **Global Launch Leadership & Market Preparation:** Lead cross-functional global launch planning, ensuring alignment across R&D, medical affairs, market access, and regional teams. Drive pre-launch excellence by preparing priority markets with tailored strategies, tools, and stakeholder engagement plans. Develop and execute global launch readiness frameworks, including asset-specific launch excellence scorecards and KPIs. Ability to manage a significant scope of responsibility including multiple indication launch plans and new assets.
+ **Global Congress & KOL Strategy:** Design and implement a global congress strategy that elevates scientific presence and brand visibility. Build and execute a global KOL engagement plan to cultivate advocacy, shape perception, and inform strategy. Partner with medical affairs to align scientific narratives and ensure consistent messaging across touchpoints.
+ **Strategic Asset Development & Lifecycle Planning:** Influence target product profiles and indication prioritization with a sharp eye on market differentiation and commercial viability. Co-chair the product development committee with R&D. Shape lifecycle strategies that maximize long-term value, from pre-launch through post-market expansion. Inform the annual Global Asset Planning Process and present to senior leadership.
+ **Cross-Functional & Regional Collaboration:** Serve as the strategic integrator across global and regional teams, ensuring seamless execution and shared accountability. Facilitate enterprise-wide alignment through structured planning processes and transparent communication. Lead Launch Readiness Reviews with regions as well as Global Brand Team meeting with regions around the globe.
+ **Budget & Resource Stewardship:** Own global marketing budgets for assigned assets, ensuring strategic investment and ROI-driven execution.
**Qualifications**
+ 10+ years in pharmaceutical or biotech marketing, with deep experience in launch strategy and pre-launch planning, global preferred
+ Proven success leading cross-functional teams through late-stage development and global commercialization
+ Expertise in global congress planning, KOL strategy, and market readiness frameworks.
+ Strong strategic thinking, business case development, and stakeholder influence.
+ Experience in Nephrology, Immunology, or autoimmune therapeutic areas preferred.
+ Undergraduate degree in marketing, science, or business required; advanced degree (MBA, PharmD, PhD, MD) strongly preferred.
+ Location: Remote, with ability to be in Princeton, NJ for moments that matter
+ Willingness to travel up to 30% globally.
**Competencies**
**Accountability for Results -** Stay focused on key strategic objectives, be accountable for high standards of performance, and take an active role in leading change.
**Strategic Thinking & Problem Solving -** Make decisions considering the long-term impact to customers, patients, employees, and the business.
**Patient & Customer Centricity -** Maintain an ongoing focus on the needs of our customers and/or key stakeholders.
**Impactful Communication -** Communicate with logic, clarity, and respect. Influence at all levels to achieve the best results for Otsuka.
**Respectful Collaboration -** Seek and value others' perspectives and strive for diverse partnerships to enhance work toward common goals.
**Empowered Development -** Play an active role in professional development as a business imperative.
Minimum $183,335.00 - Maximum $274,160.00, plus incentive opportunity: The range shown represents a typical pay range or starting pay for individuals who are hired in the role to perform in the United States. Other elements may be used to determine actual pay such as the candidate's job experience, specific skills, and comparison to internal incumbents currently in role. Typically, actual pay will be positioned within the established range, rather than at its minimum or maximum. This information is provided to applicants in accordance with states and local laws.
**Application Deadline** : This will be posted for a minimum of 5 business days.
**Company benefits:** Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, prescription drug coverage, company provided basic life, accidental death & dismemberment, short-term and long-term disability insurance, tuition reimbursement, student loan assistance, a generous 401(k) match, flexible time off, paid holidays, and paid leave programs as well as other company provided benefits.
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