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 (minimum/desirable): Graduate / Post Graduate in Technology or Data Science related domains
Languages: Fluency in English is prerequisite, while knowledge of other in-scope country languages would be an advantage
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.
