Novartis
pharmaceutical/ healthcare
SeniorAnalyst-Forecasting
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“Senior Analyst - Forecasting at Novartis. Skills: Strategic forecasting for pipeline products, Lifecycle management forecasting for inline and pipeline products, BD&L opportunity assessments, Assumption and analog building on parameters of patient funnel, Comprehensive forecasting assessments in PPT decks for leadership and board reviews, Analyses of strategic business questions, Deliver forecasts through structured approach with appropriate documentation and communication, Leverage databases, s”
What You'll Achieve.
delivering pipeline forecasts that shape the future of our Novartis portfolio; enhance forecasting quality and efficiency
Industry & Context.
Analytical Thinking; ability to comprehend and synthesize data into actionable insights
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
3+ years in pharmaceutical/ healthcare forecasting, pipeline/ epidemiology forecasting, ability to comprehend and synthesize data into actionable insights, Solid domain knowledge of the Global pharma market, including the US, JP, and EU regions, Proficiency in using pharma and clinical trial databases, Experience in conducting secondary data research or desk research on forecasting parameters, Expertise in epidemiology-based forecast modeling and long-range forecasting, Understanding of patient/forecast flow and Target Product Profile (TPP)
Nice to Have
Exceptional business acumen and stakeholder management skills, Proven experience working in a matrix environment
What You'll Do.
Execute projects entailing
but not limited to: Strategic forecasting for pipeline products
Lifecycle management forecasting for inline and pipeline products
BD&L opportunity assessments
Assumption and analog building on parameters of patient funnel
Comprehensive forecasting assessments in PPT decks for leadership and board reviews
Analyses of strategic business questions
Deliver forecasts through structured approach with appropriate documentation and communication
secondary desk research
MR to capture insights on assets
disease areas and markets
Actively participate in knowledge-sharing sessions to enhance knowledge and delivery quality
Leverage new data and technologies to enhance forecasting delivery
PMR and Business Analytics to build comprehensive assessments
Collaborate with internal team and external vendors to deliver critical projects and build new capabilities
Ensure full compliance with Novartis operational guidelines
Adhere to operating procedures and processes
including time tracking
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Collaborate with Therapeutic Area Strategy teams, Commercial Marketing teams, and cross-functional teams to support investment decisions; Collaborate with internal team and external vendors to deliver critical projects and build new capabilities; Work with CI, PMR and Business Analytics to build comprehensive assessments
Communication Scope
stakeholder management skills
Full Job Description
**Job Description Summary** #LI-Hybrid Location: Hyderabad, India We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Forecasting Senior Analyst who will play a crucial role in delivering pipeline forecasts that shape the future of our Novartis portfolio. If you have a passion for innovative forecasting solutions and thrive in a collaborative environment, this may be the perfect opportunity for you! Join the Strategy & Growth (S&G) team as a Forecasting Senior Analyst. You will collaborate with Therapeutic Area Strategy teams, Commercial Marketing teams, and cross-functional teams to support investment decisions. Your innovative solutions will enhance forecasting quality and efficiency. **Job Description** **Key Responsibilities:** Execute projects entailing, but not limited to: * Strategic forecasting for pipeline products * Lifecycle management forecasting for inline and pipeline products * BD&L opportunity assessments * Assumption and analog building on parameters of patient funnel * Comprehensive forecasting assessments in PPT decks for leadership and board reviews * Analyses of strategic business questions * Deliver forecasts through structured approach with appropriate documentation and communication. * Leverage databases, secondary desk research, MR to capture insights on assets, disease areas and markets. * Actively participate in knowledge-sharing sessions to enhance knowledge and delivery quality. * Leverage new data and technologies to enhance forecasting delivery. * Work with CI, PMR and Business Analytics to build comprehensive assessments. * Collaborate with internal team and external vendors to deliver critical projects and build new capabilities. * Ensure full compliance with Novartis operational guidelines, including legal, IT, and HR requirements. Adhere to operating procedures and processes, including time tracking, mandatory trainings. **Minimum Requirements** * Graduate in Engineering / Pharmacy / Medicine / Science / Statistics / Business with 3+ yea
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