Senior Manager of Global Forecasting, Obesity

Role Summary

Senior Manager of Global Forecasting, Obesity at Amgen responsible for leading advanced forecasting efforts for obesity pipeline assets, partnering with global brand leads, and influencing cross-functional stakeholders to establish rigorous worldwide sales expectations and strategic decisions.

Responsibilities

• Advanced Forecasting Techniques: build detailed forecast models (patient, Rx, sales, Rx Based) by indication/region; apply advanced simulation models (Monte Carlo, statistical trending) to quantify uncertainty; leverage diverse pharmaceutical data sources to enhance forecasting approaches.
• Market Analysis and Competitor Intelligence: analyze competitors and market dynamics to inform forecasting models and strategic decisions; develop an objective brand strategy by integrating cross-functional insights.
• Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement: serve as the key point of contact for global brand leads, facilitate discussions, and build consensus to establish worldwide sales expectations for pipeline assets.
• Strategic Insights and Recommendations: identify actionable strategies to maximize commercial potential, prioritize risks and opportunities; provide recommendations on product development continuation or discontinuation based on market conditions and financial projections.
• Communication and Presentation: develop and deliver transparent presentations that articulate key forecast variables for decision-makers; influence leadership on recommended actions.
• Collaboration with CD&A: work with the broader Commercial Data & Analytics organization to integrate insights into forecast development and enhance forecast depth and accuracy.
• Process Optimization: drive productivity and efficiency by streamlining forecasting processes where possible.

Qualifications

• Required: Doctorate degree and 2 years of experience in Pharma/Biotech forecasting, demand planning, and/or supply chain management
• Required: Master’s degree and 4 years of experience in Pharma/Biotech forecasting, demand planning, and/or supply chain management
• Required: Bachelor’s degree and 6 years of experience in Pharma/Biotech forecasting, demand planning, and/or supply chain management
• Required: Associate’s degree and 10 years of experience in Pharma/Biotech forecasting, demand planning, and/or supply chain management
• Required: High school diploma / GED and 12 years of experience in Pharma/Biotech forecasting, demand planning, and/or supply chain management
• Preferred: Ability to quickly establish credibility with and influence ED/VP level staff
• Preferred: Knowledge and experience with industry internal and secondary data sources; experience with analog and uptake curve analysis
• Preferred: Proficiency in advanced forecasting techniques, statistical modeling, and data analysis
• Preferred: Collaborative, team-based work style with ability to gain alignment across an organization
• Preferred: Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, Word
• Preferred: Excellent communication skills to present complex data to technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Preferred: Ability to interpret data trends, identify patterns, and make data-driven decisions
• Preferred: Experience contributing to long-term business plans based on forecasting insights
• Preferred: Flexible commuter role to Thousand Oaks office; on-site 3 days a week

Education

• Doctorate, Master’s, Bachelor’s, Associate’s, or High School diploma with corresponding years of experience in Pharma/Biotech forecasting, demand planning, and/or supply chain management as listed in the Basic Qualifications

Skills

• Excel, PowerPoint, Word proficiency
• Strong analytical and data visualization abilities
• Excellent cross-functional communication and stakeholder management
• Ability to interpret complex data, identify trends, and make data-driven recommendations

Additional Requirements

• Flexible Commuter role to Thousand Oaks office; on-site 3 days a week