Associate Director Forecasting US Oncology

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Mettawa (IL); On-site; USD 142,000 - 269,000; Full time

Job summary

AbbVie in the United States seeks an Associate Director Forecasting US Oncology to lead end-to-end demand and revenue forecasting for US Oncology brands. You will own forecasting models across planning cycles and deliver insights guiding strategic and financial decisions.

The role partners with Commercial, Marketing, Market Access, Finance, Operations, and senior leadership. It reports to Franchise Finance Director and manages one direct report.

Qualifications

• 8–10 years of experience in commercial finance, cost accounting, audit, and FP&A.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance.
• Strong strategic thinking with ability to translate market research into financial impact.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills; influence across functions.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end demand and revenue forecasting for US Oncology brands.
• Own development, enhancement, and governance of forecasting models across planning cycles.
• Translate data into clear narratives to support strategic decisions.
• Present forecasts and insights to Commercial VPs and Marketing Directors.
• Manage one direct report and drive cross-functional collaboration.
• Partner with Operations and Finance to align supply and demand forecasts.

Skills

Commercial finance

Forecasting

Strategic thinking

Analytical ability

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance

Tools

SAP

BPC

PowerBI

Excel

Job description

Associate Director Forecasting US Oncology

• Full-time
• Salary Min: 141500
• Therapy Area: Oncology
• Salary Max: 268500
• Workday Global Grade: 20
• Compensation: USD 141,500 - USD 268,500 - yearly

About AbbVie

AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas including immunology, oncology and neuroscience - and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com . Follow @abbvie on LinkedIn, Facebook , Instagram , X and YouTube.

The Associate Director Forecasting role leads end‑to‑end demand and revenue forecasting for AbbVie’s US Oncology brands. It owns the development, enhancement, and governance of forecasting models across all planning cycles (LBE, Plan, LRP) and delivers insights that guide strategic and financial decisions. The position partners closely with Commercial, Marketing, Market Access, Finance, Operations, and senior leadership. It reports to the Franchise Finance Director and manages one direct report.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the development and harmonization of Oncology forecasting models aligned with business strategy and planning timelines.
• Translate complex data into clear, compliant narratives that support strategic decision-making.
• Drive LBE, Plan, LRP, and S&OP forecast cycles in partnership with Commercial and Finance teams.
• Integrate actuals into forecasting models and ensure accurate revenue projections.
• Analyze trends, risks, opportunities, and key business drivers.
• Present sales performance and forecast insights to Commercial VPs and Marketing Directors.
• Provide ad hoc analysis for audits, product launches, channel and product mix, and other business needs.
• Apply knowledge of forecasting methodologies, market dynamics, primary research, competitive intelligence, and syndicated data.
• Lead month‑end close activities, including Price, Pipeline, Demand variance analysis, and performance commentary.
• Partner cross‑functionally with Operations and APEX to align supply and demand forecasts and incorporate market and competitor insights.
• Drive process improvements while fostering an inclusive team culture and developing high‑performing, cross‑functional teams.

Required:

• 8–10 years of experience in commercial finance, cost accounting, audit, and FP&A; forecasting and pharma experience preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance.
• Strong strategic thinking, capable of identifying value drivers and translate into actionable steps.
• Ability to interpret market research and competitive events and translate into financial impacts.
• Proven problem‑solving and analytical capabilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated influence across functions and levels without direct authority.
• Proficiency with SAP, BPC, PowerBI, and Excel.

Preferred:

• MBA/Master’s in Accounting or Finance and / or CPA.
• Biopharma industry and/or supporting a commercial/marketing organization experience.
• US Commercial experience and knowledge of the financial planning process.

Applicable only to applicants applying to a position in any location with pay disclosure requirements under state orlocal law:

• The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Companybelieves ingood faith it will pay for this role at the timeof this posting based on the job grade for this position.Individualcompensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographic location, andwemayultimatelypaymore or less than the posted range. This range may bemodifiedin thefuture.
• We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick),medical/dental/visioninsurance and 401(k) to eligibleemployees.
• This job is eligible toparticipatein our long‑term incentiveprograms.

Note: No amount of payis considered to bewages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, anddeterminable.The amount and availability of any bonus,commission, incentive, benefits, or any other form ofcompensation and benefitsthat are allocable to a particular employeeremainsin the Company's sole andabsolutediscretion unless and until paid andmay bemodifiedat the Company’s sole and absolute discretion, consistent withapplicable 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.