The opportunity
The Director of Global Strategic Insights - Forecasting will be responsible for leading our forecasting efforts across the Innovative pipeline with focus in CNS (Central Nervous System) and Immunology therapeutic areas. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience managing the forecast process for a diverse product portfolio, with a deep understanding of the US, EU, and other international markets. This role will be pivotal in driving forecast accuracy, improving processes, and providing strategic insights to support business decisions.
This position can be based in the US (Parsippany), the Netherlands (Haarlem) or the UK. (In the UK, it can be based remotely.)
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS Approximately up to 20% travel to support key meetings and cross-functional planning.
How you’ll spend your day
Forecasting Leadership: Lead the end-to-end global forecasting process for CNS and Immunology assets, ensuring accuracy and strategic relevance.
Market Analysis: Deliver deep analyses of market trends, competition, and dynamics across U.S., EU, and international markets.
Portfolio Management: Oversee forecasting for a diverse pipeline portfolio, aligning with global commercial objectives.
Process Improvement: Drive continuous improvement in forecasting methodologies, tools, and data integration.
Collaboration: Partner with regional, finance, R&D, and commercial teams to validate assumptions and ensure alignment across markets.
Insights & Reporting: Present clear, data-driven insights and forecasts to senior leadership, highlighting key trends, risks, and opportunities.
Your experience and qualifications
Bachelor’s degree required in Business, Economics, Statistics, or related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
A minimum of 10 years of forecasting experience in pharma/biotech, ideally with CNS and Immunology exposure.
Deep understanding of U.S., EU, and global markets.
Strong analytical and quantitative skills, with proficiency in forecasting software and modelling tools.
Proven ability to communicate complex data clearly to senior stakeholders.
Experience leading process improvements and implementing forecasting best practices.
Excellent collaboration skills and ability to influence across global matrix environments.
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