Associate Director, Forecasting - Immunology

Allergan; Mettawa (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical/dental/vision insurance

401(k)

Long-term incentive programs

Job summary

Allergan is seeking an Immunology Sales Forecasting Associate Director to lead the creation of sales forecasts for RINVOQ within the Dermatology Franchise. The role involves developing accurate and timely projections of commercial product volumes, collaborating closely with various stakeholders, and managing a direct report. Candidates should have 7-10 years of experience in analytics and strong technical skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Excel. The position offers comprehensive benefits and is located in Mettawa, Illinois.

Qualifications

• Requires 7-10 years of combined experience in analytics, forecasting, and/or financial planning and analysis.
• Ability to triangulate a wide variety of data sets and analytics to inform forecasting and financial impacts.
• Strong Microsoft Excel/PowerPoint and financial modelling skills are required.
• Previous pharmaceutical and forecasting experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Leads and develops accurate product sales projections.
• Support launch readiness of RINVOQ Dermatology indications.
• Manage and support development of one direct report.
• Drive enhancement, simplification, and standardization of financial models.

Skills

Analytical skills

Technical skills

Problem-solving skills

Interpersonal skills

Presentation skills

Microsoft Excel

Financial modeling

Education

BS/BA in Analytics, Mathematics/Statistics, Business, Economics, Finance, Accounting, Operations, or Marketing

Job description

Job Description

The Immunology Sales Forecasting Associate Director (RINVOQ Dermatology) will lead the creation of sales forecast analytical process for RINVOQ within the RINVOQ Dermatology Franchise. The position is responsible for developing accurate/timely projections of commercial product volumes for all Plan, Update, LBE, LRP, Portfolio and Actual submissions. The individual builds and maintains knowledge of the business through close communication across a variety of cross‑functional partners including executives, Marketing & Sales Management, Analytics and Performance Excellence, Market Access, and Commercial Finance.

Key Responsibilities Include

• Leads and develops accurate product sales projections to be utilized in Plan, Update, LBE, LRP and Portfolio submissions, including market and competitive landscape forecasts, using sound analytical assumptions and effective communication of rationale/methodology with close collaboration and guidance from the Immunology Forecasting Director and Controller/Immunology VP.
• Support the launch readiness of RINVOQ Dermatology indications and the transition of pipeline asset forecasting from PCS within the RINVOQ Dermatology Franchise, as applicable.
• Support H2H/clinical studies readiness impacting the RINVOQ Dermatology Franchise in liaison with Marketing and PCS.
• Support the communication of monthly actual sales results/future period volume forecasts to Finance Management, Commercial VP’s, and General Managers.
• Work directly with Commercial, Pricing, Finance and Analytics and Performance Excellence teams to address various business issues and provide solutions through analytical problem solving, defining risks and opportunities associated with the forecast. Supports Commercial VPs and Director of Forecasting in creating a cohesive and insightful RINVOQ sales story.
• Manage and support development of one direct report.
• Drive ad‑hoc analytical support on various business needs including product launch scenarios, channel/product mix impacts, patient flow scenarios, ADS, and other key business drivers.
• Drive enhancement, simplification, and standardization of financial models, processes, and forecasting deliverables to help ensure forecast accuracy and robust analytics of business environment.

Qualifications

• BS/BA in Analytics, Mathematics/Statistics, Business, Economics, Finance, Accounting, Operations, or Marketing.
• Requires 7‑10 years of combined experience in analytics, forecasting, and/or financial planning and analysis.
• Must have strong analytical, technical, and problem‑solving skills, along with good interpersonal skills to effectively work with all levels of management.
• Ability to triangulate a wide variety of data sets and analytics (e.g., market research, competitive events, prescriptions, epidemiology, patient flow, etc.) to inform forecasting and financial impacts.
• Agility to prioritize and quickly understand issues and assess data integrity is critical due to challenging deadlines.
• Strong Microsoft Excel/PowerPoint and financial modelling skills are required.
• Ability to work independently and self‑starter, supporting the business and forecasting leadership.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Previous pharmaceutical and forecasting experience is preferred.

Additional Information

• The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Company believes in good faith it will pay for this role at the time of this posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual compensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographic location, and we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future.
• We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick), medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.
• This job is eligible to participate in our long‑term incentive programs.

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, incentive, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employer remains in the Company’s sole and absolute discretion until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole and absolute discretion, consistent with applicable law.

AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.