Analyst - Forecasting

Job Title Analyst - ForecastingCareer Level - C3Introduction to roleAre you ready to make a significant impact in the world of biopharmaceuticals At AstraZeneca we are dedicated to the discovery development and commercialization of life-changing medicines As part of our Global Business Service GBS team within Finance you will be at the forefront of driving agility efficiency and effectiveness across our organization Join us in our mission to push the boundaries of science and deliver transformative medicines to patients worldwide AccountabilitiesAs a Forecast Analyst you will collaborate closely with the GIBEx GA I Forecast Leader and Commercial teams to develop brand forecasts for strategic brands and early assets Your role will involve understanding therapeutic areas and brands setting performance expectations and guiding brand strategy You will develop short-term and long-term forecast models maintain up-to-date models lead forecasting and business planning processes and identify key business issues impacting forecasts Additionally you will incorporate primary research results into forecast models develop patient-based forecast models and ensure alignment with business partners Essential Skills Experience 3 years of direct Pharmaceutical forecasting experience with an in-depth knowledge of forecasting techniques models and approaches Good understanding of one or more disease areas with experience in rare diseases OBU including how patients move through their respective diagnosis and treatment pathways including treatment dynamics Experience integrating insights from market research and secondary data analysis into forecast assumptions Experience utilizing a range of data sources and analytics involving standard data in the Pharmaceutical industry e g IQVIA MIDAS DDD NPA Monthly Xponent claims data Truven Marketscan epidemiological data etc For US forecasting experience with TRx NBRx NRx data and methodologies Strong analytical expertise excellent Excel financial modelling and forecasting skills Strong written and verbal communication Desirable Skills Experience Advanced degree preferred e g PhD MBA Masters Knowledge and experience in sophisticated statistical forecast methodologies and applied AI ML automation Experience working with Power Apps specifically PowerBI For US forecasting proven understanding of US Market Access and gross-to-net When we put unexpected teams in the same room we unleash bold thinking with the power to inspire life-changing medicines In-person working gives us the platform we need to connect work at pace and challenge perceptions That s why we work on average a minimum of three days per week from the office But that doesn t mean we re not flexible We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility Join us in our unique and ambitious world AstraZeneca is a place where your work has a direct impact on patients lives We combine cutting-edge science with leading digital technology platforms to drive innovation and deliver life-changing medicines Our dynamic environment offers countless opportunities to learn grow and make a meaningful impact With a commitment to excellence and a spirit of experimentation we empower our teams to explore new solutions and tackle challenges head-on Ready to join us on this exciting journey Apply now and be part of a team that dares to disrupt an industry and change lives Date Posted 19-May-2025Closing Date 20-May-2025AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds with as wide a range of perspectives as possible and harnessing industry-leading skills We believe that the more inclusive we are the better our work will be We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates regardless of their characteristics We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment and recruitment as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements