Forecasting Senior Manager

Amgen; Illinois; Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Amgen is seeking a Forecasting Senior Manager for Rare Disease, based in flexible commuting to Deerfield, IL or Thousand Oaks, CA. The role requires in-office presence Tuesdays and Wednesdays and leads forecasting discussions with brand leads.

You will influence diverse stakeholders across Commercial, R&D, Medical, Finance, Manufacturing, and Pricing. The position reports to the Senior Director of Forecasting within the Business Analytics & Insights (BAI) team.

Qualifications

• Doctorate degree with 2 years of forecasting, analytics or finance experience.
• Master’s degree with 4 years of forecasting, analytics or finance experience.
• Bachelor’s degree with 6 years of forecasting, analytics or finance experience.
• Associate’s degree with 10 years of forecasting, analytics or finance experience.
• High school diploma / GED with 12 years of forecasting, analytics or finance experience.

Responsibilities

• Forecast development and management using advanced techniques (trend analysis, regression, scenario planning).
• Incorporate internal and external data to refine forecasts.
• Conduct regular forecast reviews and adjust based on market dynamics and performance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align forecasts with business strategies.
• Provide insights on performance drivers and risks impacting forecasts.
• Evaluate the impact of market events on product performance.
• Present forecasts to senior leadership and stakeholders.
• Work with supply chain to align forecasts with inventory and planning.
• Serve as the forecast methodology expert.
• Leverage data visualization tools to communicate insights.
• Utilize forecasting software and statistical tools to improve accuracy.

Skills

Data-driven

Stakeholder influence

Cross-functional collaboration

Advanced forecasting

Education

Doctorate degree

Master’s degree

Bachelor’s degree

Associate’s degree

High school diploma

Tools

Tableau

Power BI

Forecasting software

Job description

Join Amgen’s Mission of Serving Patients

At Amgen, if you feel like you’re part of something bigger, it’s because you are. Our shared mission—to serve patients living with serious illnesses—drives all that we do.

Since 1980, we’ve helped pioneer the world of biotech in our fight against the world’s toughest diseases. With our focus on four therapeutic areas –Oncology, Inflammation, General Medicine, and Rare Disease– we reach millions of patients each year. Amgen is advancing a broad and deep pipeline of medicines to treat cancer, heart disease, inflammatory conditions, rare diseases, and obesity and obesity-related conditions. As a member of the Amgen team, you’ll help make a lasting impact on the lives of patients as we research, manufacture, and deliver innovative medicines to help people live longer, fuller happier lives.

Our award-winning culture is collaborative, innovative, and science based. If you have a passion for challenges and the opportunities that lay within them, you’ll thrive as part of the Amgen team. Join us and transform the lives of patients while transforming your career.

BAI- Forecasting Senior Manager, Rare Disease

Flexible Commuter role to the Deerfield, IL or Thousand Oaks, CA office. This role will require someone to be in the office Tuesdays and Wednesdays.

What you will do

The Forecasting team at Amgen plays a pivotal role as a strategic partner to Commercial leadership, offering data-backed insights crucial for driving commercial success. As a Senior Manager of Forecasting, you will contribute significantly to the Rare Disease business, executing and managing discussions with brand leads.

The individual in this role will need to thoughtfully influence and challenge a diverse set of stakeholders from Commercial, R&D, Medical, Finance, Manufacturing, Access, and Pricing/Contracting, while proficiently understanding the nuances of the particular disease area of interest and the market.

This role reports to the Senior Director of Forecasting and operates within the broader framework of Business Analytics & Insights (BAI).

Responsibilities

Forecast development and management

• Build and maintain robust forecasting models using advanced techniques (trend analysis, regression, scenario planning)
• Incorporate internal and external data (sales trends, competitive landscape, market research) to refine forecasts
• Conduct regular forecast reviews and adjust as needed based on market dynamics, sales performance and strategic changes

Strategic analysis and insights

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align forecasts with business strategies
• Provide insights on performance drivers and potential risks and opportunities impacting the forecasts
• Evaluate and report the impact of market events (competitor launches, regulatory changes) on product performance

Stakeholder communication and collaboration

• Present forecasts and supporting insights to senior leadership and other stakeholders
• Work closely with supply chain teams to ensure forecasts align with inventory and operational planning
• Serve as the subject matter expert on forecast assumptions and methodologies

Data and technology optimization

• Leverage data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI) to communicate insights effectively
• Utilize forecasting software and statistical tools to improve accuracy and efficiency
• Continuously explore and implement new data sources and analytical techniques to enhance forecasting processes

Oversight of one contingent worker

What we expect of you

We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The forecasting professional we seek is a data driven individual with these qualifications.

Basic Qualifications:

• Doctorate degree and 2 years of forecasting, analytics or finance experience
• Master’s degree and 4 years of forecasting, analytics or finance experience
• Bachelor’s degree and 6 years of forecasting, analytics or finance experience
• Associate’s degree and 10 years of forecasting, analytics or finance experience
• High school diploma / GED and 12 years of forecasting, analytics or finance experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ability to quickly establish credibility with and influence ED/VP level staff
• Knowledge and experience working with industry internal and secondary data sources; experience doing analog and uptake curve analysis
• Proficiency in advanced forecasting techniques, statistical modeling and data analysis
• Highly skilled in working collaboratively in a team-based environment and gaining alignment across an organization
• High level of proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint and Power BI
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to present complex data and insights to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Partnership with business leaders to deliver high-quality predictions guiding strategic decision-making
• Ability to interpret and analyze data trends, identify patterns and make data-driven decisions
• Experience with Monte Carlo analysis and statistical trending

What you can expect of us

As we work to develop treatments that take care of others, we also work to care for your professional and personal growth and well-being. From our competitive benefits to our collaborative culture, we’ll support your journey every step of the way.

The expected annual salary range for this role in the U.S. (excluding Puerto Rico) is posted. Actual salary will vary based on several factors including but not limited to, relevant skills, experience, and qualifications.

In addition to the base salary, Amgen offers a Total Rewards Plan, based on eligibility, comprising of health and welfare plans for staff and eligible dependents, financial plans with opportunities to save towards retirement or other goals, work/life balance, and career development opportunities that may include:

• A comprehensive employee benefits package, including a Retirement and Savings Plan with generous company contributions, group medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts
• A discretionary annual bonus program, or for field sales representatives, a sales-based incentive plan
• Stock-based long-term incentives
• Award-winning time-off plans
• Flexible work models where possible. Refer to the Work Location Type in the job posting to see if this applies.

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Application deadline

Amgen does not have an application deadline for this position; we will continue accepting applications until we receive a sufficient number or select a candidate for the position.

Sponsorship

Sponsorship for this role is not guaranteed.

As an organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for people around the world, Amgen fosters an inclusive environment of diverse, ethical, committed and highly accomplished people who respect each other and live the Amgen values to continue advancing science to serve patients. Together, we compete in the fight against serious disease.

Amgen is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.