Associate Director, Global and US Pipeline Forecasting Lead

About the role

The Associate Director, Global and US Pipeline Forecasting Lead is responsible for driving the forecast strategy for key pipeline assets. This role sits within the larger Global Insights and Analytics organization in the Oncology Business Unit (OBU) and is responsible for working with stakeholders (including Global/US Marketing, Market Access) to deliver short-, mid-range and long-range forecasts and relevant strategic insights to drive the business.

How You Will Contribute

• Develop and maintain global and US strategic forecasts for key pipeline assets
• Collaborate cross functionally with Marketing, Access, Medical colleagues as well as I&A team members to make sure relevant market insights are incorporated into the forecast
• Lead the consensus-building process to gain alignment and/or endorsement for forecast assumptions
• Leverage advanced analytics and integrate data available across multiple sources to enhance our understanding of market impact of the assets
• Implement best-in-class forecast modeling approaches and actively evaluate current forecasting processes/methodologies for opportunities to enhance capabilities, with a focus on accuracy and agility
• Triangulate and pressure-test assumptions with various data sources and models, and develop what-if scenarios
• Provide context and forecasting leadership to cross-functional partners (e.g., Finance, Supply, Trade) to ensure the potential impact of commercial strategies are planned for

Minimum Qualifications/Requirements

• Education: BA/BS degree, Advanced degree preferred
• Experience: Minimum of 6 years of relevant experience in forecasting, market research, or business analytics in the biopharmaceutical industry
• Knowledge & Skills: Experience in oncology required; Hands-on experience running complex forecasting models required; Experience working in a highly matrixed environment; Strong project management skills—ability to plan, prioritize and execute multiple projects efficiently; Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; Ability to explain complex concepts to stakeholders in simple language and lead/drive consensus building; Demonstrated analytical skills and ability to think strategically; Broad working knowledge of commonly used biopharmaceutical industry databases; Experience with quantitative techniques including smoothing, regression, time series analyses, and simulation; Experience with data analysis and data visualization tools (PowerBI, Tableau)
• Prior launch experience preferred

Travel Requirements

Less than 10%

More About Us

At Takeda, we are transforming patient care through the development of novel specialty pharmaceuticals and best in class patient support programs. Takeda is a patient-focused company that will inspire and empower you to grow through life-changing work. Certified as a Global Top Employer, Takeda offers stimulating careers, encourages innovation, and strives for excellence in everything we do. We foster an inclusive, collaborative workplace, in which our teams are united by an unwavering commitment to deliver Better Health and a Brighter Future to people around the world.

Compensation and Benefits Summary

• U.S. Base Salary Range: $154,400.00 - $242,550.00
• Short-term and/or long-term incentives
• Medical, dental, vision insurance
• 401(k) plan and company match
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Basic life insurance
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Paid volunteer time off
• Company holidays
• Well-being benefits

EEO Statement

Takeda is proud in its commitment to creating a diverse workforce and providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, parental status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, genetic information or characteristics, marital status, status as a Vietnam era veteran, special disabled veteran, or other protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws, and any other characteristic protected by law.