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Location

Thousand Oaks, CA | United States

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Job description

About Client:
The client is one of the world's largest independent biotechnology companies, focusing on the discovery, development, and manufacturing of innovative human therapeutics. The company's areas of expertise include oncology, hematology, cardiovascular disease, inflammation, bone health, and neuroscience.
It has developed a wide range of biologic medicines, including biotechnology drugs, therapeutic antibodies, and other innovative therapies. The company collaborates with academic institutions, biotechnology partners, and other organizations to advance its research efforts.

Salary Range: $137370-162511/Annum

Job Description:

• The Forecasting team at Client plays a pivotal role as a strategic partner to Commercial leadership, offering data-backed insights crucial for driving commercial success.
• As a Forecasting Senior Manager, you will contribute significantly to our inline brand strategy, executing and managing discussions with brand leads and commercial leaders.
• The individual in this role will need to strategically influence and challenge a diverse set of collaborators from Commercial, R&D, Medical, Finance, Manufacturing, Access, and Pricing/Contracting, while proficiently understanding the nuances of the particular disease area of interest and markets they support.
• This role reports to the Director of Forecasting and operates within the broader framework of Commercial Data & Analytics (CD&A).

Advanced Forecasting Techniques:

• Ability to build detailed and advanced forecast model (patient, Rx, sales, Rx Based, etc.) projecting units and revenue for our inline products by indication/regions
• Use advanced simulation models (e.g., Monte Carlo analysis, statistical trending) to quantify uncertainty
• Leverage diverse pharmaceutical data sources and their nuances to enhance forecasting approaches and methodologies

Market Analysis and Competitor Intelligence:

• Analyze competitors and market dynamics to inform forecasting models and strategic decisions
• Develop an objective brand strategy by integrating insights across multiple functions and capability areas

Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement:

• Act as the key point of contact for global brand leads, engaging them in forecasting deliverables
• Facilitate discussions and build consensus among partners to establish clear and rigorous worldwide sales expectations for pipeline assets

Strategic Insights and Recommendations:

• Support leadership in identifying actionable strategies to improve Commercial potential, prioritizing risks and opportunities
• Provide informed recommendations on product development continuation or discontinuation based on market conditions, financial projections, and strategic goals

Communication and Presentation:

• Develop and deliver transparent presentations that articulate key variables in the forecast, ensuring comprehensive understanding for decision-makers
• Use communication and interpersonal skills to influence leadership on recommended courses of action

Collaboration with CD&A:

• Collaborate with the broader CD&A organization to integrate comprehensive insights and analytics knowledge into forecast development
• Improve the depth and accuracy of forecasts by leveraging a broad spectrum of insights across the organization

Process Optimization:

• Drive productivity and efficiency by streamlining forecasting processes where possible

This role is an exciting opportunity for an experienced professional to contribute significantly to Client business strategy and play a crucial part in our company success.
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What we expect of you
We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The forecasting professional we seek is a leader with these qualifications.
Basic Qualifications:

• Doctorate degree and 2 years of Pharma/Biotech forecasting, demand planning, or supply chain management experience OR Masters degree and 4 years of Pharma/Biotech forecasting, demand planning, or supply chain management experience OR Bachelors degree and 6 years of Pharma/Biotech forecasting, demand planning, or supply chain management experience ORAssociates degree and 10 years of Pharma/Biotech forecasting, demand planning, or supply chain management experience OR High school diploma / GED and 12 years of Pharma/Biotech forecasting, demand planning, or supply chain management experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ability to quickly establish credibility with and influence ED/VP level staff
• Knowledge and experience working with industry internal and secondary data sources; experience doing analog and uptake curve analysis
• Proficiency in advanced forecasting techniques, statistical modeling, and data analysis.
• Highly skilled in working collaboratively in a team-based environment and gaining alignment across an organization
• High level of proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, Word
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to present complex data and insights to both technical and non-technical partners
• Ability to interpret and analyze data trends, identify patterns, and make data-driven decisions
• Experience in contributing to the development of long-term business plans based on forecasting insights

About ApTask:
Join ApTask, a global leader in workforce solutions and talent acquisition services, as we shape the future of work. We offer a comprehensive suite of offerings, including staffing and recruitment services, managed services, IT consulting, and project management, providing unparalleled opportunities for professional growth and development. As a member of our dynamic team, you'll have the chance to connect businesses with top-tier professionals, optimize workforce performance, and drive success for our clients across diverse industries. If you are passionate about excellence, collaboration, and innovation, and aspire to make a meaningful impact in the world of work, come join us at ApTask and be a part of our mission to empower organizations to thrive.

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