Associate Dir/Director Commercial Forecasting & Analytics

About the role

We are seeking an Associate Director of Forecasting to be a key contributor to Zealand's commercial outlook across the obesity and metabolic health landscape. This role builds and maintains forecasting models and market assumptions, supports scenario-based analyses, and helps translate market dynamics into strategic recommendations. You will partner closely with Product Development, Commercial, and R&D teams to ensure forecasts reflect the latest market and clinical developments.

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 that inform decision-making on market evolution, positioning, and lifecycle considerations
• Synthesize market research, epidemiology data, and secondary sources to validate forecast assumptions and identify emerging 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 decisions
• Contribute to internal workshops and cross-functional discussions to embed forecasting rigor into business planning

Requirements

• Minimum of 5–7 years of experience in commercial forecasting, market modeling, or strategic planning within the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry
• Strong proficiency in quantitative market modeling, demand forecasting methodologies, scenario planning, and competitive intelligence
• Strong proficiency in data analysis tools (Excel, statistical software, and/or specialized forecasting platforms) and experience with market intelligence platforms or databases
• Demonstrated ability to synthesize primary and secondary market research—including epidemiological data, payer landscape, and competitive intelligence—to build robust forecast assumptions
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey quantitative insights to cross-functional and senior audiences
• Sound business judgment; ability to navigate ambiguity and contribute clarity to stakeholders through analytical depth

About the team

The Market Insights Group supports Zealand's commercial strategy and go-to-market execution. The Forecasting function within this group develops the commercial models and market assumptions that anchor major strategic and resource allocation decisions. As Associate Director of Forecasting, you will work closely with colleagues in market research and competitive intelligence, with cross-functional partnerships in Commercial, Clinical Development, R&D, and corporate strategy. This role reports to the Director of Forecasting or directly to the Head of Market Insights if there's no Director layer.

About Zealand Pharma

Zealand Pharma A/S (Nasdaq: ZEAL) is a biotechnology company focused on advancing medicines for obesity and metabolic health. Combining more than 25 years of peptide R&D expertise with a proprietary data platform that leverages advanced data-driven and AI/ML approaches, Zealand Pharma aims to lead a new era in obesity and metabolic health. To date, more than ten Zealand Pharma-invented drug candidates have entered clinical development, of which two products have reached the market and three candidates are in late-stage development. The Company has collaborations with global pharmaceutical and biotechnology partners for research, development, and commercialization. Founded in 1998, Zealand Pharma is headquartered in Copenhagen, Denmark, with a U.S. presence in Cambridge, Massachusetts.