Manager, Global Oncology Forecasting and Analytics (Raritan, NJ)

Role Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Manager of Global Oncology Forecasting, Analytics, and Market Research to join our team located in Raritan, NJ. The role will deliver robust forecasts and conduct business analytics to support the commercial success within the Global Oncology organization. In addition to forecasting and analytics, the role will lead and deliver key strategic insights through primary and secondary market research, serving as the “voice of the customer” and translating learnings into actionable recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Primary Responsibility: Develop/maintain/update forecast models to inform long-range financial planning and governance milestone decisions.
  • Deliver global forecasts, perform sensitivity analysis and establish bridges to prior forecasts.
  • Facilitate and lead discussions to determine appropriate forecast model designs, formulate key assumptions, and ensure alignment with Global and Regional stakeholders.
  • Ensure rigor in global forecast assumptions by integrating insights from Competitive Intel and Market Research.
  • Partner with regional commercial analytics teams for product performance tracking and dashboards.
  • Effectively communicate to global and regional commercial leadership by clearly articulating and framing the opportunities and risks.
  • Partner with supply chain on manufacturing/supply planning.
• Secondary Responsibility (as/when needed): Leading and delivering Market Research
  • Develop market research plans by understanding existing data and insight gaps. Ensure alignment with Global and Regional stakeholders.
  • Execute qualitative and quantitative global primary market research.
  • Articulate market research findings. Frame and effectively communicate insights, risks and opportunities. Recommend actions.
• Work collaboratively with the Global Commercial marketing team(s) as well as other cross-company and cross-functional partners, including Business Development to optimize commercial development strategies.

Skills

• Data Analysis: proven ability to collect, analyze data, and generate actionable insights and recommendations.
• Business context and implications: ability to frame data/insight and impact in the context of both external (Competitors set, Market Access, Economic etc) and internal environment.
• Strategic Communication & Storytelling: ability to communicate complex ideas and concepts clearly and effectively, aligning diverse stakeholders through compelling storytelling.
• Strategic Thinking: translating data and trends into actionable insights and strategies with a natural ability to look at the “total picture”; combining global perspective with strong business acumen to shape business strategies.
• Collaboration: building and leveraging networks, driving high-performance results through cross-functional partnerships.
• Influencing & Negotiating: effectively influencing diverse stakeholders to achieve business objectives, leading with or without direct authority.
• Project Management: providing strategic direction and oversight for multiple projects, ensuring alignment with organizational goals; budget and vendor management.
• Operational Excellence: delivering immediate business results while identifying opportunities for future improvements.
• Critical Thinking & Prioritization: strong ability to cut through the noise, validate root causes with commercial leads, and strategically summarize context and recommendations.
• Learning Agility: adapting to new disease areas or functional skills, driving change and navigating through uncertainty.
• Navigating Ambiguity: leading with stability in uncertain environments, adept at working within matrix organizations.
• Preferred Skills: Analytical Reasoning, Big Data Management, Brand Positioning Strategy, Business Data Analysis, Competitive Landscape Analysis, Customer Analytics, Customer Intelligence, Data Analysis, Execution Focus, Financial Analysis, Go-to-Market Strategies, Industry Analysis, Innovation, Marketing Insights, Market Knowledge, Process Improvements, Quality Validation, Standard Operating Procedure (SOP), Strategic Thinking, Technical Credibility

Qualifications

• Required: 2 years of progressive business experience in relevant areas such as Forecasting, Market Research, Quantitative Sciences, Business Analytics, Competitive Intelligence, Business Development, or Marketing.
• Required: Forecasting experience within the pharmaceutical industry.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree or higher required.