Senior Manager, Global Pharma Forecasting & AI

EY; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 144,000 - 329,000; Full time

Job summary

EY is seeking a highly experienced Senior Manager in Commercial Analytics and Forecasting to lead global pharmaceutical forecasting engagements. You will guide cross-functional teams, deliver robust forecasts, and advise senior client stakeholders for strategic decisions.

The role emphasizes AI/ML adoption, advanced analytics, and people development within EY’s Life Sciences practice. A strong background in forecasting across therapeutic areas is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Data Science, Applied Mathematics, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Business Analytics, Computer Science, Information Systems, or another quantitative discipline, with relevant professional experience.
• 14+ years of experience in Strategic Forecasting and pharmaceutical forecasting.
• Experience serving as a trusted advisor to senior client stakeholders and leading cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead large-scale forecasting engagements across brands, franchises, and therapeutic areas.
• Drive long-range forecasting, scenario planning, portfolio forecasting, and lifecycle management activities.
• Provide strategic recommendations based on market dynamics, epidemiology, and business assumptions.
• Present insights to executive leadership and client decision-makers.

Skills

Pharmaceutical forecasting

Long range forecasting

Launch forecasting

Scenario planning

SQL

Python

Power BI

AI / ML

Data modelling

Executive stakeholder management

Team leadership

Project management

Problem solving

Communication

IQVIA MIDAS

Epidemiology data

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, data science, or related quantitative field

BTech/Masters/PhD

Tools

SQL

Python

Power BI / Tableau

GenAI-enabled capabilities

Excel

Job description

EY is seeking a highly experienced Senior Manager in Commercial Analytics and Forecasting to lead global pharmaceutical forecasting engagements. You will guide cross-functional teams, deliver robust forecasts, and advise senior client stakeholders for strategic decisions.

The role emphasizes AI/ML adoption, advanced analytics, and people development within EY’s Life Sciences practice. A strong background in forecasting across therapeutic areas is essential.