Associate Director, Launch and Pre-Launch Forecasting Lead, Global Oncology

USA - 3310 Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc.; Cambridge (MA); Hybrid; USD 154,000 - 243,000; Full time

Job summary

Takeda is seeking an Associate Director Launch/Pre-Launch Forecasting Lead to drive forecast strategy for key oncology assets within Global Insights and Analytics. You will collaborate with Global/US Marketing, Market Access and I&A to deliver short-, mid-, and long-range forecasts and strategic insights.

The role requires strong forecasting, analytics, and cross-functional leadership in a highly-matrixed environment and offers a Hybrid work model in Boston, MA.

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree; advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum 6 years forecasting, finance, or business analytics in biopharmaceuticals.
• Experience in oncology required.
• Experience with PowerBI and Tableau.
• Hands-on experience running complex forecasting models.
• Experience in a highly-matrixed environment.
• Strong communication and stakeholder-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain global and US strategic forecasts for key oncology assets.
• Collaborate with Marketing, Access, Medical and I&A teams to incorporate market insights into forecasts.
• Lead consensus-building to align forecast assumptions.
• Leverage analytics and multiple data sources to enhance market understanding.
• Implement best-in-class forecast modeling focusing on accuracy and agility.
• Triangulate assumptions with data sources and models; develop what-if scenarios.
• Provide forecasting leadership to cross-functional partners to plan commercial impact.

Skills

Forecasting

Communication

Project management

Strategic thinking

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) or higher

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

PowerBI

Tableau

Excel

Job description

Job Description

About the role: The Associate Director Launch/Pre Launch Forecasting Lead is responsible for driving the forecast strategy for key oncology assets. This role sits within the larger Global Insights and Analytics organization in the Oncology Business Unit (OBU) and is responsible for working with stakeholders (including Global/US Marketing, Market Access, etc) to deliver short-range, mid-range and long-range forecasts and relevant strategic insights to drive the business.

How you will contribute

• Develop and maintain global and US strategic forecasts for key oncology assets
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Marketing, Access, Medical colleagues as well as I&A team members to make sure relevant market insights are incorporated into the forecast
• Lead the consensus-building process to gain alignment and/or endorsement for forecast assumptions
• Leverage advanced analytics and integrate data available across multiple sources to enhance our understanding of market impact of the assets
• Implement best-in-class forecast modeling approaches and actively evaluate current forecasting processes/methodologies for opportunities to enhance capabilities, with a focus on accuracy and agility
• Triangulate and pressure-test assumptions with various data sources and models, and develop what-if scenarios
• Provide context and forecasting leadership to cross-functional partners (e.g., Finance, Supply, Trade) to ensure the potential impact of commercial strategies are planned for

Basic Requirements/Qualifications

• BA/BS degree (Advanced degree preferred)
• Minimum of 6 years of relevant experience in forecasting, finance, and/or business analytics in the biopharmaceutical industry.
• Experience in oncology required
• Experience with advanced spreadsheets, patient based forecast modeling including dynamic patient models
• Experience with quantitative techniques including smoothing, regression, time series analyses, and simulation
• Experience with data analysis and data visualization tools (PowerBI, Tableau)
• Prior launch experience preferred
• Hands‑on experience running complex forecasting models required
• Experience working in a highly-matrixed environment
• Strong project management skills—ability to plan, prioritize and execute multiple projects efficiently
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to explain complex concepts to stakeholders in simple language and lead/drive consensus building
• Demonstrated analytical skills and ability to think strategically
• Broad working knowledge of commonly used biopharmaceutical industry databases
• Working knowledge of global access and reimbursement policies, competitive environment and potential impact on product development and commercialization strategy

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

Less than 10%

More about us

At Takeda, we are transforming patient care through the development of novel specialty pharmaceuticals and best in class patient support programs. Takeda is a patient-focused company that will inspire and empower you to grow through life‑changing work. Certified as a Global Top Employer, Takeda offers stimulating careers, encourages innovation, and strives for excellence in everything we do. We foster an inclusive, collaborative workplace, in which our teams are united by an unwavering commitment to deliver Better Health and a Brighter Future to people around the world. This position is currently classified as "Hybrid" in accordance with Takeda's Hybrid and Remote Work policy.

Compensation and Benefits Summary

We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. We are committed to equitable pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices. For Location: Boston, MA U.S. Base Salary Range: $154,400.00 - $242,550.00 The estimated salary range reflects an anticipated range for this position. The actual base salary offered may depend on a variety of factors, including the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job. The actual base salary offered will be in accordance with state or local minimum wage requirements for the job location.

EEO Statement

Takeda is proud in its commitment to creating a diverse workforce and providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, parental status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, genetic information or characteristics, marital status, status as a Vietnam era veteran, special disabled veteran, or other protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws, and any other characteristic protected by law.

Locations

Boston, MA

Worker Type

Worker Type Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular Time Type Full time

Job Exempt

Yes

Legal Statement

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Company Values

Takeda is an industry-leading, global pharmaceutical company with an unwavering dedication to putting patients at the center of everything we do. We live our values of Takeda-ism – Integrity, Fairness, Honesty, and Perseverance – and are united by our mission to strive towards Better Health and a Brighter Future for people worldwide through leading innovation in medicine. Here, everyone matters and you will be a vital contributor to our inspiring, bold mission. At Takeda, you will make an impact on people’s lives – including your own.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Takeda is an equal opportunity employer.

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