Pharma Forecasting Lead: Global Analytics & Strategy

EY; Richmond (VA); Hybrid; USD 126,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

EY seeks an experienced Pharma Forecasting Specialist to join our Pharma Customer practice in the United States. You will develop forecasts at global, regional, and country levels, working with cross‑functional teams to drive strategic decisions.

The role requires 10+ years in pharmaceutical forecasting, deep TA expertise, and the ability to develop forecasting assumptions, create concept notes, and present insights. Basic Python proficiency will support forecasting and analytics.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of pharmaceutical forecasting, commercial analytics, and business analysis within life sciences.
• Strong TA expertise and ability to develop forecasting assumptions and prepare concept notes.
• Basic Python proficiency to support forecasting and analytics activities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain short‑term and long‑term brand forecasts to support strategic and operational planning.
• Conduct brand, franchise, regional, and country‑level forecasting, providing actionable insights.
• Apply quantitative techniques and sensitivity analyses to assess risks and opportunities.
• Build, validate, and enhance forecasting models with appropriate assumptions and methodologies.
• Analyze historical performance, market dynamics, and drivers to improve forecast accuracy.
• Prepare concept notes, reports, dashboards, and presentations for senior leadership.

Skills

Pharma forecasting

Cross-functional collaboration

Presentation skills

Tools

Python

SQL

Tableau

Alteryx

Power BI

Job description

EY seeks an experienced Pharma Forecasting Specialist to join our Pharma Customer practice in the United States. You will develop forecasts at global, regional, and country levels, working with cross‑functional teams to drive strategic decisions.

The role requires 10+ years in pharmaceutical forecasting, deep TA expertise, and the ability to develop forecasting assumptions, create concept notes, and present insights. Basic Python proficiency will support forecasting and analytics.