Astrazeneca
Pharmaceutical
Manager,ForecastingOBU
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“Manager, Forecasting OBU at Astrazeneca. Skills: Forecasting, Financial modelling. Develop brand forecasts. Create forecast models”
Industry & Context.
Problem solving
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
15+ years Pharmaceutical forecasting experience, Knowledge of forecasting techniques, Knowledge of forecasting models, Knowledge of forecasting approaches, Experience utilizing data sources, Experience utilizing analytics, Experience with standard Pharmaceutical data, Experience with IQVIA data, Experience with claims data, Experience with epidemiological data, Experience with TRx data, Experience with NBRx data, Experience with NRx data, Superior Excel skills, Financial modelling skills, Forecasting skills, Project management experience, Risk mitigation experience, Planning experience, Running multiple projects experience, Ability to build trusted relationships, Experience in problem solving, Experience in continuous improvement, Written communication skills, Verbal communication skills
Nice to Have
Understanding of multiple disease areas, Understanding of patient pathways, Understanding of treatment dynamics, Experience integrating insights from market research, Experience integrating secondary data analysis, Knowledge of advanced statistical forecast methodologies, Knowledge of applied AI, Knowledge of applied ML, Knowledge of automation, Working on a forecasting platform, Transitioning BAU to forecasting platform, Experience working with Power Apps, Experience working with PowerBI, Working knowledge of US Market Access, Working knowledge of gross-to-net
What You'll Do.
Develop brand forecasts
Create forecast models
Maintain forecast models
Identify key business issues
Incorporate research results into forecasts
Lead a team of forecasters
Ensure quality outputs
Drive continuous improvement activities
Collaborate with stakeholders
Resolve process-related issues
Optimize forecasting processes
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Cross-functional teams; Global teams; Partner groups
Communication Scope
Written communication; Verbal communication
Process & Methodology
Risk mitigation, Planning, Running multiple projects
Full Job Description
## **Job Title** **–** **Manager, Forecasting OBU** **Career Level - D3** ## **Location: Manyata Tech Park,** **Bangalore** **Shift: 2 PM -11 PM IST, Hybrid (3 days a week in office)** Introduction to role Are you ready to leverage your forecasting expertise to impact patients and ultimately save lives? As a Manager in Forecasting at AstraZeneca, you'll be at the forefront of transforming our ability to develop life-changing medicines. Based at Manyata Tech Park, Bangalore, and working a hybrid shift from 2 PM to 11 PM IST, you'll collaborate with global teams to drive strategic brand forecasts. Join us in a dynamic environment where your insights will guide brand strategy and contribute to our mission of pushing the boundaries of science. ## Accountabilities As a Forecast Manager, you will work closely with the Forecast Leader and cross-functional teams to develop brand forecasts for strategic brands and early assets. You will be responsible for creating and maintaining forecast models, identifying key business issues, and incorporating research results into forecasts. Your role will also involve leading a team of forecasters, ensuring quality outputs, and driving continuous improvement activities. Collaborate extensively with internal and external stakeholders to resolve process-related issues and optimize forecasting processes. ## ## Essential Skills/Experience * 15+ years of direct Pharmaceutical forecasting experience with a solid knowledge of forecasting techniques, models and approaches * Experience utilizing a range of data sources and analytics involving standard data in the Pharmaceutical industry – e.g. IQVIA (MIDAS, DDD NPA, Monthly Xponent), claims data (Truven, Marketscan), epidemiological data, etc. For US forecasting, experience with TRx / NBRx / NRx data and methodologies * Strong analytical expertise; superior Excel, financial modelling and forecasting skills * Project management experience including risk mitigation, planning and running multiple p
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