Manager - Strategic Forecasting

We are looking for a team member withinstrategicforecasting team based out of Pune. Robust forecasting is a priority for businesses, as the product potential has major implicationstoa wide range of disciplines. Whileforecasting ofrealistic potential can bearrivedthrough both qualitative and quantitative methods, the challenge lies in selecting and deploying the rightmethodology. Thus, it is essential to have someone who understands and aspires to implement advanced analytics techniques such as Monte Carlo simulations, agent-based modeling, conjoint frameworks, NLP, clustering etc within forecasting vertical.

Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Responsible forone/multiple therapy areas -demonstratinggood pharmaceutical knowledge and project management capability
• Responsible forconceptualizing anddeliveringforecasts and analytical solutions, using both strategic as we'll as statistical techniqueswithin area of responsibility
• Drive continuous enhancements to evolve the existing forecasting capabilities in terms of value-add, risk/ opportunity/uncertainty -identifyand elevate key forecasting levers/insights/findings to inform decision making
• Collaborate across stakeholders -our Manufacturing Division, Human Health, Finance,Research,Country, and senior leadership - tobuildandrobust assumptions,ensuring forecast accuracy improves over time to support decision making
• Drive innovation and automation to bring inrobustness andefficiency gainsinforecasting/process; incorporate best-in-class statistical forecasting methods to improve theaccuracy
• Communicate effectively across stakeholders and proactivelyidentifyand resolve conflicts by engaging with relevant stakeholders
• Responsiblefordelivery of forecastsin a timely mannerwithallocatedresources
• Determinetheoptimalmethod for forecasting, considering the context of the forecast, availability of data, the degree of accuracy desired, and the timeline available
• Contributeinevolving our offerings throughinnovation,standardization/ automation of various offerings,modelsand processes

Qualification and skills:

• Engineering / Management / Pharmapost-graduates with3+years of experience in the relevantroles; with1-2years of experience inpharmaceuticalstrategicforecastingor analytics
• Proven ability to work collaboratively across large and diverse functions and stakeholders
• Ability to manage ambiguous environments, and to adapt to changing needs of business
• Strong analytical skills; an aptitude for problem solving and strategic thinking
• Working knowledge ofMonte Carlo simulations and range forecasting
• Ability to synthesize complex information into clear and actionable insights
• Proven ability to communicate effectivelywithstakeholders
• Solid understanding of pharmaceutical development, manufacturing, supply chain and marketing functions