Insights & Analytics Lead — Hybrid, Forecasting & Strategy

Msd Ireland; Sandyford, Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown; Hybrid; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Job summary

MSD Ireland in Dublin is seeking a Business Insights & Analytics Lead to translate complex data into actionable commercial insight across Oncology and Pharma & Vaccines. You will be a trusted adviser on forecasting, pricing and market access, pipeline choices, launch readiness and resource allocation.

You will partner with cross-functional teams to build forecast models, support pricing decisions, and drive capability building in a hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• Relevant degree or equivalent experience in business, economics, science, STEM or data analytics.
• Strong commercial acumen and ability to turn complex data into clear recommendations for senior leaders.
• Expertise in forecasting, scenario modelling, performance analytics and insight generation in a regulated sector.
• Strong data literacy across validation, governance, source reconciliation and constructive challenge.
• Credible communicator and facilitator, able to influence senior leaders and cross-functional teams.
• Strong understanding of the Irish healthcare environment, including HSE decision-making, pricing and reimbursement, HTA and IPHA considerations (preferred but not essential)
• Hands-on experience with Irish pharmaceutical data sources and partners, including IQVIA, wholesaler and compounder data. (preferred but not essential)

Responsibilities

• Partner with Oncology and Pharma & Vaccines teams to build forecast models.
• Develop selected forecasting models for priority assets for launch.
• Support adoption of common forecasting standards.
• Leverage UK models adapting for Ireland rather than recreating models.
• Act as local admin for primary market research with governance and data standards.
• Maintain relationships with IQVIA, wholesalers and other data partners.
• Coordinate with UK and Global Data teams to share standards and solutions.
• Ensure analytics are grounded in local business context and translate into value.
• Drive adoption of modern analytics and forecasting tools.
• Lead training, workshops and town halls to build analytics capability.

Skills

Analytical Thinking

Analytics

Cross-Functional Teamwork

Strategic Forecasting

Leadership

Market Research Techniques

Statistical Analysis

Global Strategy Development

Direct Marketing

Market Development

Education

Relevant degree or equivalent experience in business, economics, science, STEM or data analytics

Job description

MSD Ireland in Dublin is seeking a Business Insights & Analytics Lead to translate complex data into actionable commercial insight across Oncology and Pharma & Vaccines. You will be a trusted adviser on forecasting, pricing and market access, pipeline choices, launch readiness and resource allocation.

You will partner with cross-functional teams to build forecast models, support pricing decisions, and drive capability building in a hybrid work environment.