Senior Analyst - Forecasting
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#LI-HybridLocation: Hyderabad, IndiaWe are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Forecasting Senior Analyst who will play a crucial role in delivering pipeline forecasts that shape the future of our Novartis portfolio. If you have a passion for innovative forecasting solutions and thrive in a collaborative environment, this may be the perfect opportunity for you!Join the Strategy & Growth (S&G) team as a Forecasting Senior Analyst. You will collaborate with Therapeutic Area Strategy teams, Commercial Marketing teams, and cross-functional teams to support investment decisions. Your innovative solutions will enhance forecasting quality and efficiency.
Key Responsibilities:Execute projects entailing, but not limited to:Strategic forecasting for pipeline productsLifecycle management forecasting for inline and pipeline productsBD&L opportunity assessmentsAssumption and analog building on parameters of patient funnelComprehensive forecasting assessments in PPT decks for leadership and board reviewsAnalyses of strategic business questionsDeliver forecasts through structured approach with appropriate documentation and communication.Leverage databases, secondary desk research, MR to capture insights on assets, disease areas and markets.Actively participate in knowledge-sharing sessions to enhance knowledge and delivery quality.Leverage new data and technologies to enhance forecasting delivery.Work with CI, PMR and Business Analytics to build comprehensive assessments.Collaborate with internal team and external vendors to deliver critical projects and build new capabilities.Ensure full compliance with Novartis operational guidelines, including legal, IT, and HR requirements. Adhere to operating procedures and processes, including time tracking, mandatory trainings.Minimum RequirementsGraduate in Engineering / Pharmacy / Medicine / Science / Statistics / Business with 3+ years in pharmaceutical/ healthcare forecasting, pipeline/ epidemiology forecasting.Strong ability to comprehend and synthesize data into actionable insights.Solid domain knowledge of the Global pharma market, including the US, JP, and EU regions.Proficiency in using pharma and clinical trial databases.Experience in conducting secondary data research or desk research on forecasting parameters.Expertise in epidemiology-based forecast modeling and long-range forecasting.Understanding of patient/forecast flow and Target Product Profile (TPP).Desirable RequirementsExceptional business acumen and stakeholder management skills.Proven experience working in a matrix environment.
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