BAI - Forecasting Senior Manager, Rare Disease

About the role

The Forecasting Senior Manager at Amgen plays a pivotal role as a strategic partner to Commercial leadership, offering data-backed insights crucial for driving commercial success. Reporting to the Senior Director of Forecasting, this role operates within the broader framework of Business Analytics & Insights (BAI).

Responsibilities

• Forecast development and management
• Build and maintain robust forecasting models using advanced techniques (trend analysis, regression, scenario planning)
• Incorporate internal and external data (sales trends, competitive landscape, market research) to refine forecasts
• Conduct regular forecast reviews and adjust as needed based on market dynamics, sales performance and strategic changes
• Strategic analysis and insights
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align forecasts with business strategies
• Provide insights on performance drivers and potential risks and opportunities impacting the forecasts
• Evaluate and report the impact of market events (competitor launches, regulatory changes) on product performance
• Stakeholder communication and collaboration
• Present forecasts and supporting insights to senior leadership and other stakeholders
• Work closely with supply chain teams to ensure forecasts align with inventory and operational planning
• Serve as the subject matter expert on forecast assumptions and methodologies
• Data and technology optimization
• Leverage data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI) to communicate insights effectively
• Utilize forecasting software and statistical tools to improve accuracy and efficiency
• Continuously explore and implement new data sources and analytical techniques to enhance forecasting processes
• Oversight of one contingent worker

Requirements

This role requires a Doctorate degree and 2 years of forecasting, analytics or finance experience, or a combination of education and experience equivalent to these requirements.

Qualifications

• Doctorate degree and 2 years of forecasting, analytics or finance experience
• Masters degree and 4 years of forecasting, analytics or finance experience
• Bachelors degree and 6 years of forecasting, analytics or finance experience
• Associates degree and 10 years of forecasting, analytics or finance experience
• High school diploma / GED and 12 years of forecasting, analytics or finance experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to quickly establish credibility with and influence ED/VP level staff
• Knowledge and experience working with industry internal and secondary data sources; experience doing analog and uptake curve analysis
• Proficiency in advanced forecasting techniques, statistical modeling and data analysis
• Highly skilled in working collaboratively in a team-based environment and gaining alignment across an organization
• High level of proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint and Power BI
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to present complex data and insights to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Partnership with business leaders to deliver high-quality predictions guiding strategic decision-making
• Ability to interpret and analyze data trends, identify patterns and make data-driven decisions
• Experience with Monte Carlo analysis and statistical trending

What We Expect Of You

We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The forecasting professional we seek is a data driven individual with these qualifications:

• Doctorate degree and 2 years of forecasting, analytics or finance experience
• Masters degree and 4 years of forecasting, analytics or finance experience
• Bachelors degree and 6 years of forecasting, analytics or finance experience
• Associates degree and 10 years of forecasting, analytics or finance experience
• High school diploma / GED and 12 years of forecasting, analytics or finance experience

What You Can Expect Of Us

As we work to develop treatments that take care of others, we also work to care for your professional and personal growth and well-being. From our competitive benefits to our collaborative culture, we will support your journey every step of the way.

Pay and Benefits

The expected annual salary range for this role in the U.S. (excluding Puerto Rico) is posted. Actual salary will vary based on several factors including but not limited to, relevant skills, experience, and qualifications. In addition to the base salary, Amgen offers a total rewards plan, based on eligibility, comprising of health and welfare plans for staff and eligible dependents, financial plans with opportunities to save towards retirement or other goals, work/life balance, and career development opportunities.

Application Instructions

To apply for this role, please visit careers.amgen.com.