Manager, Forecasting & Business Analytics

Merck & Co.; Basking Ridge (NJ); On-site; USD 140,400 - 210,600; Full time

Job summary

Daiichi Sankyo, Inc. is seeking a Forecasting & Analytics professional to support the Forecasting Director with analytical reporting for inline and pipeline ADC brands. You will develop Excel/VBA dashboards, analyze variances, and prepare performance reports for internal stakeholders and senior management.

Responsibilities include demand and financial forecasting, data analysis from claims and market data, and maintaining forecasting models. Prior pharma analytics experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• 4 or More Years of commensurate experience in pharma business analytics and data reporting required
• 1 or More Years of performance tracking, promotional, sales, prescription, payer and patient data analytics experience required
• Technical knowledge of modeling tools (e.g. Excel) and data sources (e.g. Symphony, IQVIA Kantar Health, etc.) required
• Pharma Brand Forecasting (Demand and Patient based), Analytics, Market Access, or Finance experience preferred
• Deep knowledge of therapeutic areas that DSI competes in (oncology) or demonstrated ability to develop that knowledge preferred

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain daily/ weekly/ monthly/ quarterly/ annual/ ad-hoc business performance and analytics.
• Own the reporting process by actively developing Excel/VBA based performance dashboards and tracking sources of variances vs. the forecast.
• Facilitate the discussion on analytics and activities required to support performance analysis and forecasts update for reporting to stakeholders.
• Support Forecasting Director in communicating forecast/performance results to Brand and Sr. Management.
• Analyze secondary data and desk market research to identify key findings and trends and incorporate into forecasts.
• Perform ad-hoc analyses and provide insights to business questions from different stakeholders.

Skills

Forecasting analytics

Data analysis

Excel modeling

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Excel

Symphony

IQVIA Kantar Health

Job description

At Daiichi Sankyo, we are united by a single purpose, to improve lives around the world through innovative medicines. With a legacy of innovation since 1899, a presence in more than 30 countries, and more than 19,000 employees, we are advancing breakthrough therapies in oncology, cardiovascular disease, rare diseases, and immune disorders. Guided by our 2030 vision to "be an innovative global healthcare company contributing to the sustainable development of society", we are shaping a healthier, more hopeful future for patients, their families, and society.

Job Summary

This position is responsible for providing forecasting & analytics support to the Forecasting Director by analyzing, reviewing and managing the analytical reporting process for ADC brands (inline and pipeline as needed). Facilitate the development of enhanced reporting analytics and prepare the performance reports for internal DSI stakeholders and provide regular performance assessment, communicate results to Brand and Sr. Management, and provide any other forecasting/business analysis to support commercial and budgeting decisions.

Responsibilities

Business Analytics & Reporting

Develop and maintain daily/ weekly/ monthly/ quarterly/ annual/ ad-hoc business performance and analytics. Own the reporting process by actively developing Excel/VBA based performance dashboards and tracking sources of variances vs. the forecast. Facilitate the discussion on various analytics and activities required to accurately and efficiently support performance analysis and forecasts update in order to provide necessary reporting for various business stakeholders and management. Support Forecasting Director in communicating forecast/performance results to Brand and Sr. Management. Analyze secondary data and desk market research (quantitative and qualitative) to identify key findings and trends and further incorporate them into the forecast/budgeting processes. Perform ad-hoc analyses and provide insights to business questions from different stakeholders, which will help them shape up their strategies. Should have hands‑on experience handling patient/claims data, demand/ex‑factory data and be able to understand and review Market and Epidemiology Assessment, Pipeline Analysis and market research. Extensive understanding of major pharmaceutical market events such as US drug formulary, pricing, inventory challenges and market access implications including knowledge of key issues and current developments in the pharmaceutical and healthcare industries. Thorough understanding of at least 2 therapeutic areas. Experience in Oncology forecasting or rare disorders will be a plus.

Demand and Financial Forecasting

Develop deep knowledge of the brands therapeutic area and competitive landscape. Work closely with the Forecasting Director and Brand teams to be aware of the trends and evolving dynamics and identify future events. Work with the Insights team to gather relevant forecasting data and interpret primary research and secondary analysis to assess the effect of market events. Work with market access and the contract analytics teams to understand the dynamics in the managed care markets and their potential impact on the revenue and profitability of the brand. Assist in the process of Net Sales forecasting (Annual Plan, Latest Estimates, other business requirements and/or Alliance forecasts) by closely working with the Forecasting Director. Help review forecast assumptions and results and drive decision‑making on forecast assumptions with DSI stakeholders, including Alliance partners.

Reporting and Analytics Management

Maintain and support the forecasting team's ecosystem which includes ADC forecast model management, data management (claims, demand, etc.) and proactively drive reporting files development. Participate and help drive new forecast models/solutions development and customizations.

Qualifications

Education Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required

Experience Qualifications

• 4 or More Years of commensurate experience in pharma business analytics and data reporting required
• 1 or More Years of performance tracking, promotional, sales, prescription, payer and patient data analytics experience required
• Technical knowledge of modeling tools (e.g. Excel) and data sources (e.g. Symphony, IQVIA Kantar Health, etc.) required
• Pharma Brand Forecasting (Demand and Patient based), Analytics, Market Access, or Finance experience preferred
• Deep knowledge of therapeutic areas that DSI competes in (oncology) or demonstrated ability to develop that knowledge preferred

Daiichi Sankyo, Inc. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Salary Range: USD$140,400.00 - USD$210,600.00