Manager - Strategic Forecasting

We are looking for a team member within strategic forecasting team based out of Pune. Robust forecasting is a priority for businesses, as the product potential has major implications to a wide range of disciplines. While forecasting of realistic potential can be arrived through both qualitative and quantitative methods, the challenge lies in selecting and deploying the right methodology . Thus, it is essential to have someone who understands and aspires to implement advanced analytics techniques such as Monte Carlo simulations, agent-based modeling, conjoint frameworks, NLP, clustering etc within forecasting vertical.

Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Responsible for one/multiple therapy areas - demonstrating good pharmaceutical knowledge and project management capability
• Responsible for conceptualizing and d elivering forecasts and analytical solutions, using both strategic as we'll as statistical techniques within area of responsibility
• Drive continuous enhancements to evolve the existing forecasting capabilities in terms of value-add, risk/ opportunity/uncertainty - identify and elevate key forecasting levers/insights/findings to inform decision making
• Collaborate across stakeholders - our Manufacturing Division , Human Health, Finance, Research, Country, and senior leadership - to build and robust assumptions , ensuring forecast accuracy improves over time to support decision making
• Drive innovation and automation to bring in robustness and efficiency gains in forecasting / process; incorporate best-in-class statistical forecasting methods to improve the accuracy
• Communicate effectively across stakeholders and proactively identify and resolve conflicts by engaging with relevant stakeholders
• Responsible for delivery of forecasts in a timely manner with allocated resources
• Determine the optimal method for forecasting, considering the context of the forecast, availability of data, the degree of accuracy desired, and the timeline available
• Contribute in evolving our offerings through innovation, standardization/ automation of various offerings, models and processes

Qualification and skills:

• Engineering / Management / Pharma post- graduates with 3 + years of experience in the relevant roles ; with 1-2 years of experience in pharmaceutical strategic forecasting or analytics
• Proven ability to work collaboratively across large and diverse functions and stakeholders
• Ability to manage ambiguous environments, and to adapt to changing needs of business
• Strong analytical skills; an aptitude for problem solving and strategic thinking
• Working knowledge of Monte Carlo simulations and range forecasting
• Ability to synthesize complex information into clear and actionable insights
• Proven ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders
• Solid understanding of pharmaceutical development, manufacturing, supply chain and marketing functions