Insulet

Director, US Commercial Planning and Initiatives (Hybrid)

Acton, Massachusetts Full time

Are you ready to take your career to the next level by joining a global medical device market leader in diabetes care?  At Insulet Corporation, we are transforming lives with innovative products that empower people living with diabetes to take control of their health. Over years of technological advances, we developed Omnipod®, a line of tubeless, wearable, Pod-based insulin management systems.

Position Overview

As the Director, US Commercial Planning & Initiatives, you will lead the development and execution of strategic plans across the US Region, ensuring alignment, scalability, and driving commercial success.

This high-impact role involves overseeing the planning and implementation of key commercial initiatives in the US, ensuring alignment with business objectives and managing cross-functional teams to achieve project goals. Furthermore, it is essential that this role utilizes market insights, optimizes resource allocation, and maintains compliance with industry regulations. Effective project management, communication, and leadership skills are essential to foster collaboration and drive innovation within the organization.

We’re looking for:

A strategic commercial planner who can translate enterprise goals into integrated commercial plans that drive alignment, clarity, and execution

  • A cross-functional orchestrator who brings together diverse stakeholders—from sales and marketing to market access to finance and medical—to shape and implement high-impact regional initiatives

  • A structured project leader who thrives on building and deploying scalable frameworks and processes to manage complex initiatives within US market

  • A problem solver who can evaluate competing priorities, navigate ambiguity, and identify the initiatives that will make the biggest impact

  • A collaborative communicator who builds trusted relationships with US teams and senior leaders, aligning efforts across functions and cultures

Responsibilities

Drive Integrated Commercial Planning

  • Partner with the US VP of Commercial Planning & Operations and key functional stakeholders (upstream and downstream) to design and implement regional Integrated Commercial Plans that reflect strategic priorities and market realities

  • Build and deploy planning frameworks that support prioritization, alignment, and agility in dynamic environments

  • Ensure Integrated Commercial Plans are actionable, measurable, and fully aligned with broader commercial and franchise goals

Identify and Prioritize Regional Strategic Initiatives

  • Collaborate with regional and global leadership to collect and prioritize a pipeline of strategic commercial initiatives to be implemented in US

  • Align functional stakeholders on key initiatives that support business objectives and enable regional growth

  • Deploy team resources strategically to match initiative complexity and business impact

Coach and Empower High-Performing Teams

  • Manage, coach, and mentor direct reports, setting clear objectives and supporting professional growth

  • Allocate team capacity to balance workload, ensure optimal utilization, and match skills to initiative needs

  • Champion a collaborative environment that empowers the team to innovate, share learnings, and continuously improve delivery excellence

Lead Cross-Functional Project Execution

  • Assign and manage resources to execute prioritized commercial initiatives efficiently and effectively

  • Monitor initiatives progress, proactively identify risks and opportunities, and ensure successful delivery against timelines and performance targets

  • Foster a culture of knowledge-sharing, adoption of best practices and scalable processes across US teams

Education and Experience

  • Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, economics, or related field required; Master’s degree preferred

  • 12+ years of experience in commercial strategy, planning, or operations within a global or regional context

  • 5+ years of experience managing cross-functional teams and complex program portfolios in life sciences, med tech, or a related industry preferred

Skills and Competencies:

  • Strategic vision to drive complex projects from planning through execution, applying structured project management approaches to prioritize efforts, manage risks, and deliver initiatives on time and within scope

  • Strong project and program management skills, particularly in leading multiple concurrent initiatives and ensuring successful execution

  • Deep commercial acumen, to guide strategic planning, assess trade-offs, and direct investment toward high-impact initiative

  • Highly skilled in aligning individual and organizational goals, providing thoughtful performance management, investing in talent development, and inspiring a culture of continuous improvement and excellence.

  • Adept at allocating team resources to high-impact programs, balancing capacity, budget, and timing to maximize organizational output

  • Ability to articulate clear, compelling messages that unite cross-functional teams, secure senior-leader buy-in, and foster accountability

  • Strong interpersonal skills to work and communicate effectively with stakeholders across sales, marketing, medical affairs, finance, and global planning team

  • Strong command of regulatory frameworks, reimbursement systems, and healthcare delivery models

Physical Requirements

  • Travel Requirements: 20%

NOTE: This position is eligible for hybrid working arrangements and requires on-site work from an Insulet office. #LI-Hybrid

Additional Information:

Compensation & Benefits: For U.S.-based positions only, the annual base salary range for this role is $159,600.00 - $239,400.00 This position may also be eligible for incentive compensation. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: • Medical, dental, and vision insurance • 401(k) with company match • Paid time off (PTO) • And additional employee wellness programs Application Details: This job posting will remain open until the position is filled. To apply, please visit the Insulet Careers site and submit your application online. Actual pay depends on skills, experience, and education.

Insulet Corporation (NASDAQ: PODD), headquartered in Massachusetts, is an innovative medical device company dedicated to simplifying life for people with diabetes and other conditions through its Omnipod product platform. The Omnipod Insulin Management System provides a unique alternative to traditional insulin delivery methods. With its simple, wearable design, the tubeless disposable Pod provides up to three days of non-stop insulin delivery, without the need to see or handle a needle. Insulet’s flagship innovation, the Omnipod 5 Automated Insulin Delivery System, integrates with a continuous glucose monitor to manage blood sugar with no multiple daily injections, zero fingersticks, and can be controlled by a compatible personal smartphone in the U.S. or by the Omnipod 5 Controller. Insulet also leverages the unique design of its Pod by tailoring its Omnipod technology platform for the delivery of non-insulin subcutaneous drugs across other therapeutic areas. For more information, please visit insulet.com and omnipod.com.

We are looking for highly motivated, performance-driven individuals to be a part of our expanding team. We do this by hiring amazing people guided by shared values who exceed customer expectations. Our continued success depends on it!

At Insulet Corporation all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.