Manager - US Forecasting Specialty
Biogen
June 30, 2026
Remote friendly (Cambridge, MA)
United States
Sales
What You’ll Do
Forecasting & Business Partnership
- Support short- and long-term brand and market revenue forecasting, including developing assumptions, updating models, and communicating outputs to stakeholders (Marketing, I&A, Finance).
- Build and maintain forecast models using:
- Epidemiology-based patient flows
- Sales and demand trends (weekly/monthly)
- Inventory dynamics and revenue deductions
- Conduct scenario analyses (e.g., sensitivity testing, basic Monte Carlo simulations).
- Partner cross-functionally to incorporate inputs from Market Research, Analytics, Market Access, and Finance.
- Support long-range planning exercises with US and Global teams.
- Reconcile internal forecasts with external expectations (e.g., investor/analyst views).
Forecast Model Execution & Continuous Improvement
- Own components of forecast model development, maintenance, and updates.
- Ensure models are accurate, transparent, and incorporate latest insights/data.
- Identify and implement enhancements to forecasting tools/methodologies.
- Develop and maintain documentation for models, assumptions, and processes.
- Track forecast performance vs. actuals and identify variance drivers.
- Contribute to best practices and knowledge-sharing within the Forecasting COE.
Project Support & Operational Excellence
- Support forecasting workstreams in key brand/franchise projects.
- Manage timelines and deliverables for assigned analyses.
- Contribute to ad hoc analyses and business case development.
- Collaborate to gather inputs and ensure alignment.
Who You Are
- Analytically strong and detail-oriented; passionate about forecasting and using data for business decisions; comfortable working cross-functionally.
Qualifications and Skills
- Bachelor’s degree required (preferred: Mathematics, Statistics, Economics, HEOR, or similar).
- 3–5 years of experience in pharma/biotech, consulting, or analytics-focused roles.
- 1+ years of experience in forecasting/commercial analytics preferred.
- Foundational understanding of forecasting methodologies (epi-based, demand-based models), pharma data sources, and revenue dynamics (gross-to-net, access).
- Advanced Excel modeling required; statistical tools/scenario modeling (e.g., @Risk, Crystal Ball) preferred.
- Ability to synthesize data into clear, actionable insights; strong collaboration and communication.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities with moderate guidance.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life insurances; Fitness & Wellness programs; Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance; paid vacation (minimum 15 days) and end-of-year shutdown (Dec 26–Dec 31); paid holidays + personal days; sick time; paid maternity and parental leave; 401(k) with company match; employee stock purchase plan; tuition reimbursement (up to $10,000/year); Employee Resource Groups participation.
Forecasting & Business Partnership
- Support short- and long-term brand and market revenue forecasting, including developing assumptions, updating models, and communicating outputs to stakeholders (Marketing, I&A, Finance).
- Build and maintain forecast models using:
- Epidemiology-based patient flows
- Sales and demand trends (weekly/monthly)
- Inventory dynamics and revenue deductions
- Conduct scenario analyses (e.g., sensitivity testing, basic Monte Carlo simulations).
- Partner cross-functionally to incorporate inputs from Market Research, Analytics, Market Access, and Finance.
- Support long-range planning exercises with US and Global teams.
- Reconcile internal forecasts with external expectations (e.g., investor/analyst views).
Forecast Model Execution & Continuous Improvement
- Own components of forecast model development, maintenance, and updates.
- Ensure models are accurate, transparent, and incorporate latest insights/data.
- Identify and implement enhancements to forecasting tools/methodologies.
- Develop and maintain documentation for models, assumptions, and processes.
- Track forecast performance vs. actuals and identify variance drivers.
- Contribute to best practices and knowledge-sharing within the Forecasting COE.
Project Support & Operational Excellence
- Support forecasting workstreams in key brand/franchise projects.
- Manage timelines and deliverables for assigned analyses.
- Contribute to ad hoc analyses and business case development.
- Collaborate to gather inputs and ensure alignment.
Who You Are
- Analytically strong and detail-oriented; passionate about forecasting and using data for business decisions; comfortable working cross-functionally.
Qualifications and Skills
- Bachelor’s degree required (preferred: Mathematics, Statistics, Economics, HEOR, or similar).
- 3–5 years of experience in pharma/biotech, consulting, or analytics-focused roles.
- 1+ years of experience in forecasting/commercial analytics preferred.
- Foundational understanding of forecasting methodologies (epi-based, demand-based models), pharma data sources, and revenue dynamics (gross-to-net, access).
- Advanced Excel modeling required; statistical tools/scenario modeling (e.g., @Risk, Crystal Ball) preferred.
- Ability to synthesize data into clear, actionable insights; strong collaboration and communication.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities with moderate guidance.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life insurances; Fitness & Wellness programs; Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance; paid vacation (minimum 15 days) and end-of-year shutdown (Dec 26–Dec 31); paid holidays + personal days; sick time; paid maternity and parental leave; 401(k) with company match; employee stock purchase plan; tuition reimbursement (up to $10,000/year); Employee Resource Groups participation.