Strategic Forecasting & Portfolio Analytics Lead

CSL; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 199,000 - 236,000; Full time

Job summary

CSL Vifor in Waltham, MA is seeking a forecasting leader to direct global programs for the Hematology portfolio. You will drive long-range planning, coordinate with commercial development, R&D, and finance, and mentor a team of forecasters to deliver strategic volume and revenue forecasts.

The role emphasizes analytical rigor, stakeholder influence, and hands-on guidance on market trends and AI-enabled forecasting methods.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a scientific or business field; post-graduate preferred.
• 8-10 years in pharma/biotech with forecasting/analytics experience.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; translate data into insights.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management; influence across functions.
• Experience with Think-Cell for presentations and data visualization.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and management of long-term forecasting models globally.
• Collaborate with Hematology leaders and R&D, finance to align planning workstreams.
• Develop understanding of inputs for short-term forecast and budget planning.
• Present scenarios to senior leadership and key stakeholders.
• Mentor a team of forecasters including contractors and offshore resources.
• Stay updated on industry trends and forecasting methods.

Skills

Forecasting

Analytics leadership

Data visualization

Stakeholder mgmt

Team mentoring

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Post-graduate qualifications

Tools

Flexicast

Forecast Pro

Decision Suite/@Risk

Tableau

QlikSense

Think-Cell

Job description

CSL Vifor in Waltham, MA is seeking a forecasting leader to direct global programs for the Hematology portfolio. You will drive long-range planning, coordinate with commercial development, R&D, and finance, and mentor a team of forecasters to deliver strategic volume and revenue forecasts.

The role emphasizes analytical rigor, stakeholder influence, and hands-on guidance on market trends and AI-enabled forecasting methods.