Senior Analyst - Forecasting

Biopharma Careers; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Biopharma Careers in Hyderabad seeks a Forecasting Senior Analyst to shape pipeline forecasts for the Novartis portfolio. You will work with Strategy & Growth, Therapeutic Area Strategy, and Commercial Marketing to inform investment decisions and improve forecasting quality.

The role emphasizes rigorous data analysis, epidemiology-based modeling, and collaboration with cross-functional teams. You will deliver forecasts, build models, and participate in knowledge-sharing to advance forecasting

Qualifications

• 3+ years in pharmaceutical/healthcare forecasting, pipeline/epidemiology forecasting.
• Strong ability to comprehend and synthesize data into actionable insights.
• Solid pharma market knowledge including US, JP, and EU regions.

Responsibilities

• Execute strategic forecasting for pipeline products.
• Lifecycle forecasting for inline and pipeline products.
• BD&L opportunity assessments.
• Assumption and analog building on patient funnel parameters.
• Comprehensive forecasting decks for leadership and board reviews.
• Analyses of strategic business questions and deliverables.
• Deliver forecasts with structured documentation and communication.
• Collaborate with CI, PMR and Business Analytics to build assessments.
• Work with internal teams and external vendors to deliver projects and build capabilities.
• Adhere to Novartis guidelines and procedures.

Skills

Data synthesis

Forecast modeling

Epidemiology forecasting

Strategic forecasting

Education

Graduate in Engineering/Pharmacy/Medicine/Science/Statistics/Business

Tools

Pharma databases

Clinical trial databases

Desk research tools

Job description

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Forecasting Senior Analyst who will play a crucial role in delivering pipeline forecasts that shape the future of our Novartis portfolio. If you have a passion for innovative forecasting solutions and thrive in a collaborative environment, this may be the perfect opportunity for you!

Join the Strategy & Growth (S&G) team as a Forecasting Senior Analyst. You will collaborate with Therapeutic Area Strategy teams, Commercial Marketing teams, and cross-functional teams to support investment decisions. Your innovative solutions will enhance forecasting quality and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute projects entailing, but not limited to:
• Strategic forecasting for pipeline products
• Lifecycle management forecasting for inline and pipeline products
• BD&L opportunity assessments
• Assumption and analog building on parameters of patient funnel
• Comprehensive forecasting assessments in PPT decks for leadership and board reviews
• Analyses of strategic business questions
• Deliver forecasts through structured approach with appropriate documentation and communication.
• Leverage databases, secondary desk research, MR to capture insights on assets, disease areas and markets.
• Actively participate in knowledge-sharing sessions to enhance knowledge and delivery quality.
• Leverage new data and technologies to enhance forecasting delivery.
• Work with CI, PMR and Business Analytics to build comprehensive assessments.
• Collaborate with internal team and external vendors to deliver critical projects and build new capabilities.
• Ensure full compliance with Novartis operational guidelines, including legal, IT, and HR requirements. Adhere to operating procedures and processes, including time tracking, mandatory trainings.

Minimum Requirements

• Graduate in Engineering / Pharmacy / Medicine / Science / Statistics / Business with 3+ years in pharmaceutical/ healthcare forecasting, pipeline/ epidemiology forecasting.
• Strong ability to comprehend and synthesize data into actionable insights.
• Solid domain knowledge of the Global pharma market, including the US, JP, and EU regions.
• Proficiency in using pharma and clinical trial databases.
• Experience in conducting secondary data research or desk research on forecasting parameters.
• Expertise in epidemiology-based forecast modeling and long-range forecasting.
• Understanding of patient/forecast flow and Target Product Profile (TPP).

Desirable Requirements

• Exceptional business acumen and stakeholder management skills.
• Proven experience working in a matrix environment.