Sr. Manager/ Associate Director - Forecasting (Pharma)

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Qualifications:

Graduate degree in Business Analytics, MBA, or equivalent quantitative field., 10–16 years of professional experience in data analytics and forecasting in pharma/life sciences., Strong expertise in time-series forecasting and advanced data science techniques., Proficiency in Python, SQL, and data visualization tools like Tableau..

Key responsabilities:

  • Communicate forecasting strategies to cross-functional stakeholders to align with business objectives.
  • Develop and implement advanced forecasting models in collaboration with various teams.
  • Design scalable forecasting models that adapt to market changes and regulatory shifts.
  • Mentor junior analysts and engage with external communities to stay updated on industry innovations.

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Job description

Tiger Analytics is at the forefront of leveraging AI and advanced analytics to tackle some of the most complex challenges faced by global organizations. We build tailored, data-driven solutions for several Fortune 100 companies, with a strong presence across the US, UK, India, Singapore, and a globally distributed remote team.

We are currently seeking a Data Professional with a strong foundation in data analytics and hands-on experience in demand forecasting and resource allocation within the pharmaceutical and life sciences sector. The ideal candidate will also possess robust coding skills and a practical understanding of how analytics can drive strategic decisions in pharma operations

Key Responsibilities:

  • Effectively communicate forecasting strategies and methodologies to cross-functional stakeholders, ensuring alignment with business objectives across teams.
  • Promote a culture of data-driven decision-making, educating stakeholders on the how and why behind demand forecasts, scenario planning, and probabilistic modeling to drive adoption and trust.
  • Led the development and implementation of advanced forecasting models, collaborating with data engineers, therapeutic area leads, supply planners, and commercial analytics teams to ensure solutions were practical, integrated, and impactful.
  • Design and deploy scalable, transparent, and dynamic forecasting models that can adapt to changes in market dynamics, regulatory shifts, or product life cycle stages.
  • Foster a collaborative learning environment by mentoring junior analysts and engaging with other data scientists to continuously evolve best practices in pharmaceutical forecasting.
  • Engage with external communities and industry conferences to stay current on innovations in statistical and time-series modeling, causal inference, and AI/ML applications in pharma.
  • Respond to regulatory and investor demands with innovative forecasting solutions that provide clarity, defensibility, and foresight using cutting-edge analytics tools and statistical techniques.

Requirements

  • Graduate degree in Business Analytics, MBA, or equivalent work experience in a relevant quantitative field
  • 10–16 years of professional experience, with at least 7 years in data analytics and forecasting in the pharma/life sciences domain
  • Strong expertise in time-series forecasting, including seasonality adjustments and use of exogenous variables (e.g., macroeconomic and marketing data)
  • Hands-on experience working with pharmaceutical data sources such as Veeva, IQVIA (PlanTrak, LAAD, PE), and RWD sources like TriNetX, Flatiron, Optum, and Komodo
  • Experience applying advanced data science techniques to solve commercial and strategic problems in pharma
  • Strong foundation in statistics and econometrics, with practical experience using statistical tools in Python or SAS
  • Proven ability to design, build, and scale interpretable forecasting models for both short-term and long-term planning
  • Proficiency in data visualization using Tableau, including dashboard development, publishing, and automation
  • Strong programming and data manipulation skills in Python and SQL, with the ability to write complex queries
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to translate analytics into actionable business insights.

Benefits

This position offers an excellent opportunity for significant career development in a fast-growing and challenging entrepreneurial environment with a high degree of individual responsibility.

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Other Skills

  • Mentorship
  • Collaboration
  • Communication

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