Manager of US Forecasting, Obesity - Thousand Oaks, CA

Overview

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The Forecasting team at Amgen plays a pivotal role as a strategic partner to Commercial leadership, offering data-backed insights crucial for driving commercial success. As a Senior Manager of US Forecasting, you will contribute significantly to the Obesity pipeline assets, executing and managing discussions with brand leads. The individual in this role will need to influence and challenge a diverse set of stakeholders from Commercial, R&D, Medical, Finance, Manufacturing, Access, and Pricing/Contracting, while understanding the disease area and markets they support.

This role reports to the Director of Forecasting and operates within the broader framework of Commercial Data & Analytics (CD&A).

• Advanced Forecasting Techniques:
  Build detailed and advanced forecast models (patient, Rx, sales, Rx Based, etc.) projecting units and revenue for obesity pipeline products by indication/regions. Utilize advanced simulation models (e.g., Monte Carlo analysis, statistical trending) to quantify uncertainty. Leverage diverse pharmaceutical data sources and their nuances to enhance forecasting approaches and methodologies.
• Market Analysis And Competitor Intelligence:
  Analyze competitors and market dynamics to inform forecasting models and strategic decisions. Develop an objective brand strategy by integrating insights across multiple functions and capability areas.
• Collaboration And Stakeholder Engagement:
  Act as the key point of contact for brand leads, engaging them in forecasting deliverables. Facilitate discussions and build consensus among stakeholders to establish clear and rigorous worldwide sales expectations for pipeline assets.
• Strategic Insights And Recommendations:
  Support leadership in identifying actionable strategies to maximize Commercial potential, prioritizing risks and opportunities. Provide informed recommendations on product development continuation or discontinuation based on market conditions, financial projections, and strategic goals.
• Communication And Presentation:
  Develop and deliver transparent presentations that articulate key variables in the forecast, ensuring comprehensive understanding for decision-makers. Use communication and interpersonal skills to influence leadership on recommended courses of action.
• Collaboration With CD&A:
  Collaborate with the broader CD&A organization to integrate comprehensive insights and analytics knowledge into forecast development. Enhance the depth and accuracy of forecasts by leveraging a broad spectrum of insights across the organization.
• Process Optimization:
  Drive productivity and efficiency by streamlining forecasting processes where possible.

• Auto req  
• Minimum
  
  Education Required:
  
  High School/GED
• :
  Manufacturing
• Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities:
  What we expect of you — We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. This role is an exciting opportunity for an experienced professional to contribute significantly to the Obesity pipeline assets and play a crucial part in shaping US forecasting strategies.

• Doctorate degree
• Or Master’s degree and 2 years of experience in Pharma/Biotech forecasting, demand planning, and/or supply chain management
• Or Bachelor’s degree and 4 years of experience in Pharma/Biotech forecasting, demand planning, and/or supply chain management
• Or Associate’s degree and 8 years of experience in Pharma/Biotech forecasting, demand planning, and/or supply chain management
• Or High school diploma / GED and 10 years of experience in Pharma/Biotech forecasting, demand planning, and/or supply chain management