Pharma Forecasting

• Qualification: Graduate / Post Graduate from a Premiere College

• Advanced Excel skills with VBA

• Knowledge of SQL/ Python/ Databricks/ Power BI desired

• Experience: 5-8 Years

• Location - PAN India

ROLE OBJECTIVE/PURPOSE

The incumbent would be required to work closely with the global pharmaceutical and biotech companies & required to contribute in the following areas: • Forecasting and Market Assessment • Data analysis using various database The incumbent would be working in a team of qualified Analysts and would work closely with the Leader to achieve the desired goals.

DETAILED DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The key deliverables of the role include:

• Forecasting: Well-versed in forecasting (preferably both Oncology and non-Oncology) with
• hands-on experience in:
• Top-down and bottom-up approach
• Patient flow modelling including persistency and PFS/OS understanding (in Oncology)
• In-line (strategic and tactical) forecasting for marketed assets
• US side forecasting experience
• Translate demand forecasts into optimal inventory and supply plans, and make
• recommendations for inventory strategies.
• Actualization of forecast and tracking it vs forecast
• Understanding about SP/ SD channels and their behaviour
• Ability to study historical data/ trends and identifying gaps in assumptions
• Understanding business objectives and developing models addressing the business need and capture strategic drivers and assumptions
• Ability to analyze life sciences datasets like claims data, electronic medical records /prescription data / sales / Market Research outputs
• Ability to understand and develop market scenarios after understanding the competitive environment

COMPETENCIES & SKILL SET

1. Quick learner & ability to grasp new concepts

2. Good sense of logic / logical reasoning & can do basic arithmetic flawlessly

3. Excellent business presentation skills coupled with strong communication & comprehension skills in English

4. Ability to work in a team and co-work with colleagues with a process-oriented mindset

5. Advanced Excel skills with VBA

6. Knowledge of SQL/ Python/ Databricks/ Power BI desired

8. Ability to learn quickly the changing dynamics of the global pharmaceutical and biotech industry

Interested candidates please share the resume at shalini.kanwar@wns.com