Senior Forecasting Leader, Commercial Analytics

Zealand Pharma; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Zealand Pharma in Cambridge, MA is seeking an Associate Director of Forecasting to build and maintain commercial forecast models, translate market dynamics into strategic recommendations, and partner with Commercial, Clinical Development, and R&D teams. You will synthesize epidemiology data and secondary sources to validate assumptions and support go-to-market decisions.

You will contribute to workshops, drive scenario analyses, and help allocate resources based on robust forecasting insights

Qualifications

• Analytically strong forecaster with pharmaceutical/biotech commercial experience.
• Translate market data into clear, actionable insights in a fast-paced environment.
• 5–7 years of experience in commercial forecasting, market modeling, or strategic planning.

Responsibilities

• Build, maintain, and refine commercial forecast models and market assumptions across Zealand's obesity and metabolic portfolio opportunities.
• Support scenario planning, sensitivity analyses, and competitive landscape assessments informing decisions on market evolution, positioning, and lifecycle.
• Synthesize market research, epidemiology data, and secondary sources to validate forecast assumptions and identify opportunities.
• Prepare data-driven presentation materials and written analyses for senior stakeholders and cross-functional partners.
• Collaborate with Commercial, Clinical Development, and R&D teams to integrate forecasting insights into go-to-market strategies and resource allocation.
• Contribute to internal workshops and cross-functional discussions to embed forecasting rigor into business planning.

Skills

Quantitative modeling

Forecasting

Market analysis

Excel

Statistical software

Forecasting platforms

Data analysis

Epidemiology data

Payer landscape

Competitive intelligence

Presentation skills

Tools

Excel

Statistical software

Forecasting platforms

Job description

Zealand Pharma in Cambridge, MA is seeking an Associate Director of Forecasting to build and maintain commercial forecast models, translate market dynamics into strategic recommendations, and partner with Commercial, Clinical Development, and R&D teams. You will synthesize epidemiology data and secondary sources to validate assumptions and support go-to-market decisions.

You will contribute to workshops, drive scenario analyses, and help allocate resources based on robust forecasting insights