Team Lead, Forecasting

Job Summary

• Dual Role Contribution

  : Balance individual contribution (50%) and operational/team management (50%) for early pipeline, in-line, and BD&L forecasting projects.

• Team Management

  : Manage, coach, and develop the Forecasting Engagement team, fostering a high-performance culture.

• Strategic Input

  : Provide strategic input, lead cross-functional initiatives, and ensure alignment with organizational goals.

• Process Development

  : Craft and sustain forecasting processes, providing strategic direction and empowering the team.

• Innovation and Efficiency

  : Lead continuous innovation and efficiency within the team, coordinating with global and country stakeholders.

• Project Updates

  : Deliver impactful project updates to senior leadership and guide the team in effective communication practices.

• Model Accuracy

  : Ensure the accuracy and reliability of forecasting models through continuous improvement and validation.

• Team Support

  : Guide and support the team to achieve high-impact results, optimize performance, and drive continuous improvement.

• Opportunity Exploration

  : Lead the team in exploring and implementing forecasting opportunities for portfolio and brand teams.

• Customer Interface

  : Interface closely with customers to understand and convert business requirements into solutions.

What you ll bring to the role:

Essential Requirements:

Education

Languages:

Experience:

• Proven experience in pharmaceutical forecasting, with a strong understanding of the biopharma industry.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills...

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience in Biosimilar/ generic pharma industry (good to have)
• Experience with advanced forecasting techniques and machine learning models- (good to have)
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements and market access strategies in the pharmaceutical industry.