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Job Description

About the role:

The Associate Director/Lead, US Solid Tumor Forecasting will lead US forecasting activities for the solid tumor franchise, as part of the larger Global Insights and Analytics organization. This individual will be an integral strategic partner to the US Oncology Business Unit, working cross functionally to deliver short- and mid-range forecasts and relevant strategic insights to drive the business.

The position will be based in Cambridge, MA and will report into the Head of Forecasting, Solid Tumors, Global Oncology Business Unit.

How you will contribute:

• Serve as a strategic business partner for US commercial leads by driving forecast strategy and providing data-driven insights to inform the broader brand strategy

• Cultivate strong relationships with key stakeholders and peers across Brand Teams, Market Access, Finance, Data Management and Global/US I&A Teams

• Leverage strong analytical capabilities and experience to create clear actionable insights that are responsive to business needs

• Implement best-in-class forecast modeling approaches and actively evaluate current forecasting processes/methodologies for opportunities to enhance capabilities, with a focus on accuracy and agility

• Effectively communicate modeling assumptions to key stakeholders

• Triangulate and pressure-test assumptions with various data sources and models, and develop what-if scenarios

• Integrate insights from primary research, competitive intelligence, and analytics to inform the forecast

• Provide context and forecasting leadership to cross-functional partners (e.g., Finance, Supply, Trade) to ensure the potential impact of commercial strategies are planned for

• Performance analytics and commercial decision support for inline products, ensuring quality of output and recommendations, as well as timeliness and business relevance

Minimum Qualifications/Requirements:

• BA/BS degree

• Advanced degree preferred (PhD or Master's)

• Minimum of 6+ years of relevant experience in forecasting or a quantitative role in Commercial Insights, Analytics or Finance in the biopharmaceutical industry and/or 10+ years of consulting experience in forecasting or business analytics

• Oncology experience required; US market experience highly preferred

• Excellent communication skills and proven ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues at different levels of the organization and support/influence decisions as a business partner

• Knowledge of secondary data sets including claims, EMR, specialty pharmacy data required

• Advanced Excel modeling experience required; experience with SQL, Power BI, SAS, VBA, Python, data visualization tools preferred

• Familiarity with forecasting methodologies and quantitative techniques including smoothing, regression, time series analyses, Monte-Carlo simulations required

• Strong project management skills a must, including the ability to plan, organize and execute multiple projects independently, on time and within budget

• Proven ability to explain complex concepts to stakeholders and drive consensus building,

• Strong ability to think strategically and proactively anticipate business needs

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: 

• Less than 10%

More about us:

At Takeda, we are transforming patient care through the development of novel specialty pharmaceuticals and best in class patient support programs. Takeda is a patient-focused company that will inspire and empower you to grow through life-changing work.

Certified as a Global Top Employer, Takeda offers stimulating careers, encourages innovation, and strives for excellence in everything we do. We foster an inclusive, collaborative workplace, in which our teams are united by an unwavering commitment to deliver Better Health and a Brighter Future to people around the world.

This position is currently classified as "hybrid" in accordance with Takeda's Hybrid and Remote Work policy.

Takeda Compensation and Benefits Summary

We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. We are committed to equitable pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices.

For Location:

Boston, MA

U.S. Base Salary Range:

$153,600.00 - $241,340.00

EEO Statement

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Locations

Boston, MA

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time

Job Exempt

Yes

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