Senior Analyst

Job Title - Senior Analyst - Forecasting Oncology Career Level - D1 Location Manyata Tech Park Bangalore Shift 2 PM -11 PM IST Hybrid 3 days a week in office Experience required 7 to 10 years About AstraZeneca AstraZeneca is a global science-led patient-focused biopharmaceutical company that focuses on the discovery development and commercialization of prescription medicines for some of the world s most serious disease But we re more than one of the world s leading pharmaceutical companies At AstraZeneca we re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work Who we are The Global Business Service GBS team sits within Finance at AstraZeneca and is a dynamic and results-oriented environment and provides a range of enterprise-wide services We dare to change the way we work by freeing up the business to push the boundaries of science to deliver life-changing medicines We aim to do this by freeing up time freeing up money protecting AZ s value and providing new capabilities What we do A trusted partner to the business we re on a mission to make AstraZeneca more agile efficient and effective Through our hybrid model of in-house delivery centers and service towers across the globe we re reimagining how we work Here we drive new ways of working and operating models process simplification and innovative solutions whilst ensuring that automation and data is at the heart of everything How we do it Be part of a team building a community We interact with diverse cultures and perspectives and are united by our sense of belonging This is the place to learn and grow together Why we love it As a growing multi-national company there s so much potential to develop Embrace opportunities at a global business that s facing new and varied challenges This is the place to build an exemplary international CV A fun place to be we re creating community hubs that build partnerships not just working relationships We re on an exciting journey to take our team to the next stage This is the place to leave a legacy behind About the role The Forecast Senior Analyst works closely with the US Oncology Forecast Leader and Commercial teams to develop brand forecasts revenue volume and patients for strategic brands As a Forecast Senior Analyst you will play an important role in this process understanding the assigned therapeutic area and brand setting expectations for performance and helping guide brand strategy Together with the Forecast Leader the Forecast Senior Analyst will develop product-specific short-term and mid-term forecast models and maintain up-to-date models that reflect current data information and assumptions lead the assigned forecasting business planning processes and associated work streams performance analytics QBRs sales bridges ad-hocs supporting Finance etc identify and clearly surface key business issues that impact the forecasts incorporate the results of primary research into the forecast model s to reflect anticipated risks and opportunities on sales outlook and help define forecasting processes and building of capabilities In addition you will have responsibility to develop forecasts for your assigned brand s using patient-based patient flow-based forecast models ensuring alignment on forecast assumptions and other critical analytical assessments with business partners including US Forecasting Lead Marketing Sales Market Access and Pricing Finance and Sales Operations Key Responsibilities Responsible for the timely delivery of robust and transparent demand forecasts for strategic brands therapy areas and key markets including clear documentation of assumptions as well as levels of confidence robustness Develop build and maintain up-to-date product-specific short-term and long-term forecasts models synthesizing an integrated picture with information across multiple sources Expertly confidently present and defend forecast approach methodology assumptions and output to senior leadership Ensure objectivity and robustness around the forecast via identification of the right data sources and application of industry-leading modeling approaches with sensitivity analyses around key variables to assist in opportunity and risk management Demonstrate a high level of understanding of the points of integration of our work and that of our colleagues Develop new product introduction volume forecasts both short-term and long-term to foster into strategic and operational planning processes Support continuous improvement and innovation to evolve the existing forecasting capabilities in terms of value-add risk opportunity uncertainty methodologies etc Proactively leverage appropriate information into forecast via a variety of tools and sources Participate in monthly S OP process and submit volumes develop weekly monthly yearly models and conversions Educational requirements Bachelor s Degree in relevant field Experience 7-10 years of direct Pharmaceutical forecasting experience with an in-depth knowledge of forecasting techniques models and approaches In-depth understanding of Oncology and 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 Ability to build trusted relationships across a range of partner groups including Marketing Analytics Operations and Technology Proven experience in problem solving and continuous improvement Strong written and verbal communication Preferred 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 Proven understanding of US Market Access Oncology landsca and gross-to-net etc WHY JOIN US We re a network of ambitious self-starters who contribute to something far bigger We enable AstraZeneca to perform at its peak by delivering primmest-in-class technology and data solutions We re not afraid to take ownership and run with it Empowered with unrivalled freedom Put simply it s because we make a significant impact Everything we do matters SO WHAT S NEXT Are you already envisioning yourself joining our team Good because we d love to hear from you Click the link to apply and we ll be in touch as soon as we can WHERE CAN I FIND OUT MORE Our Social Media Follow AstraZeneca on LinkedIn We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company We do not discriminate on the basis of race religion color national origin sex gender gender expression sexual orientation age marital status veteran status or disability status Date Posted 27-Oct-2025 Closing Date 03-Nov-2025 AstraZeneca 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