Amgen · 23 hours ago
CD&A - Senior Manager, US Forecasting
Thousand Oaks, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
4+ years expAmgen is a leading biotech company focused on serving patients living with serious illnesses. The CD&A - Senior Manager, US Forecasting role is pivotal in providing data-backed insights for commercial success, managing brand strategies, and collaborating with various stakeholders to drive effective forecasting methodologies.
BiotechnologyHealth CareManufacturingPharmaceutical
Responsibilities
Ability to build detailed and advanced forecast model (patient, Rx, sales, Rx Based, etc.) projecting units and revenue for our inline products by indication/regions
Use 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
Leads methodology development and ensures consistency across multiple brand forecasts
Designs forecasting frameworks adaptable for 'what-if' and scenario planning
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
Interprets policy and pricing changes (e.g., IRA, access shifts) and quantifies their impact
Act as the key point of contact for global brand leads, engaging them in forecasting deliverables
Facilitate discussions and build consensus among partners to establish clear and rigorous worldwide sales expectations for pipeline assets
Advises cross-functional teams on implications of clinical milestones and competitive events
Owns multi-brand forecasts; challenges entrenched assumptions; drives process improvements across cycles
Support leadership in identifying actionable strategies to improve Commercial potential, prioritizing risks and opportunities
Provide informed recommendations on product development continuation or discontinuation based on market conditions, financial projections, and strategic goals
Maintains awareness of broader market dynamics and integrates them into TA-level forecasts
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
Narrates drivers of forecast change; frames forecasts in terms of strategic risks and opportunities
Collaborate with the broader CD&A organization to integrate comprehensive insights and analytics knowledge into forecast development
Improve the depth and accuracy of forecasts by leveraging a broad spectrum of insights across the organization
Explores AI/ML and automation; identifies team capability gaps and builds skills
Drive productivity and efficiency by streamlining forecasting processes where possible
Oversees deliverables across brands/assets; ensures forecasts are auditable and scalable
Qualification
Required
Doctorate degree and 2 years of Pharma/Biotech forecasting, demand planning, or supply chain management experience
Master's degree and 4 years of Pharma/Biotech forecasting, demand planning, or supply chain management experience
Bachelor's degree and 6 years of Pharma/Biotech forecasting, demand planning, or supply chain management experience
Associate's degree and 10 years of Pharma/Biotech forecasting, demand planning, or supply chain management experience
High school diploma / GED and 12 years of Pharma/Biotech forecasting, demand planning, or supply chain management experience
Preferred
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, Word
Excellent communication skills with the ability to present complex data and insights to both technical and non-technical partners
Ability to interpret and analyze data trends, identify patterns, and make data-driven decisions
Experience in contributing to the development of long-term business plans based on forecasting insights
Benefits
A comprehensive employee benefits package, including a Retirement and Savings Plan with generous company contributions, group medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts
A discretionary annual bonus program, or for field sales representatives, a sales-based incentive plan
Stock-based long-term incentives
Award-winning time-off plans
Flexible work models, including remote and hybrid work arrangements, where possible
Company
Amgen
Amgen is a biotechnology company that develops and manufactures human therapeutics for various illnesses and diseases.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2022 (540)
2021 (460)
2020 (444)
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$28.5B2022-12-12Post Ipo Debt· $28.5B
1983-06-17IPO
Leadership Team
Robert Bradway
Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
Jay Bradner
Executive Vice President of R&D, and Chief Scientific Officer
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