Manager- Strategic Forecasting

Job Description

Position Overview: At our Companywe areleveraginganalytics and technology, as we invent for life on behalf of patients around the world. We are seeking those who have a passion for using data, analytics, and insights to drive decision making, that will allow us to tackle some of the world s greatest health threats.Within our commercial Insights, Analytics, and Data organization we are transforming to better power decision-making across our end-to-end commercialization process, from business development to late lifecycle management. Integrated Research andForecasting (IRF) is a global function encompassing long-range pharmaceutical asset forecastingacross the product lifecycles of all assets withinHuman Health (Oncology, Vaccines, Hospital Specialty / Primary care). Assets include early and late-stage molecules in clinical development, companiesunderconsiderationsby business development for partnering and/ or acquisitionas well as currently launched products.Forecasting deliverablessupportdivision planning and decision makingacross multiplefunctional areas such as finance, manufacturing, product development and commercial. In addition to ensuring high-quality deliverables, our team drives synergies across divisions,fostersinnovation and best practices,and createssolutions to bring speed, scale and shareability to our planning processes.As weendeavor, we are seeking a dynamic talent for the role ofManager-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 implications to a wide range of disciplines. While forecasting of realistic 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 well 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