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Since 1980, we've helped pioneer the world of biotech in our fight against the world's toughest diseases. With our focus on four therapeutic areas -Oncology, Inflammation, General Medicine, and Rare Disease- we reach millions of patients each year. Amgen is advancing a broad and deep pipeline of medicines to treat cancer, heart disease, inflammatory conditions, rare diseases, and obesity and obesity-related conditions. As a member of the Amgen team, you'll help make a lasting impact on the lives of patients as we research, manufacture, and deliver innovative medicines to help people live longer, fuller happier lives.
Our award-winning culture is collaborative, innovative, and science based. If you have a passion for challenges and the opportunities that lay within them, you'll thrive as part of the Amgen team. Join us and transform the lives of patients while transforming your career.
BAI - Senior Manager, US Forecasting, Oncology
What you will do
Let's do this. Let's change the world. The Forecasting team at Amgen plays a pivotal role as a strategic partner to Commercial leadership, offering data-backed insights crucial for driving commercial success. As a Forecasting Senior Manager, you will contribute significantly to our inline brand strategy, executing and managing discussions with brand leads and commercial leaders.
The individual in this role will need to strategically influence and challenge a diverse set of collaborators from Commercial, R&D, Medical, Finance, Manufacturing, Access, and Pricing/Contracting, while proficiently understanding the nuances of the particular disease area of interest and markets they support.
This role reports to the Director of US Oncology Forecasting and operates within the broader framework of Global Customer Capabilities & Innovation (GCCI).
Flexible Commuter role to Thousand Oaks office. You will work on-site 2-3 days a week.
Advanced Forecasting Techniques:
Ability to build detailed and advanced forecast models (patient, Rx, sales, Rx Based, etc.) projecting units and revenue for our inline products by indication
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
Market Analysis and Competitive Intelligence:
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
Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement:
Act as the key point of contact for regional brand leads, engaging them in forecasting deliverables
Facilitate discussions and build consensus among partners to establish clear and rigorous sales expectations for in-line and LCM indications
Advises cross-functional teams on implications of clinical milestones and competitive events
Challenges entrenched assumptions; drives process improvements across cycles
Strategic Insights and Recommendations:
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
Communication and Presentation:
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
Collaboration with BAI:
Collaborate with the broader BAI 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
Process Optimization:
Drive productivity and efficiency by standardizing forecasting processes where possible
Oversees deliverables across brands/assets; ensures forecasts are auditable and scalable
What we expect of you
We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The forecasting professional we seek is a leader with these qualifications.
Basic Qualifications:
Doctorate degree and 2 years of Pharma/Biotech forecasting, demand planning, or supply chain management experience
OR
Master's degree and 4 years of Pharma/Biotech forecasting, demand planning, or supply chain management experience
OR
Bachelor's degree and 6 years of Pharma/Biotech forecasting, demand planning, or supply chain management experience
OR
Associate's degree and 10 years of Pharma/Biotech forecasting, demand planning, or supply chain management experience
OR
High school diploma / GED and 12 years of Pharma/Biotech forecasting, demand planning, or supply chain management experience
Preferred Qualifications:
Prior experience in oncology
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
What you can expect of us
As we work to develop treatments that take care of others, we also work to care for your professional and personal growth and well-being. From our competitive benefits to our collaborative culture, we'll support your journey every step of the way.
The expected annual salary range for this role in the U.S. (excluding Puerto Rico) is posted. Actual salary will vary based on several factors including but not limited to, relevant skills, experience, and qualifications.
In addition to the base salary, Amgen offers a Total Rewards Plan, based on eligibility, comprising of health and welfare plans for staff and eligible dependents, financial plans with opportunities to save towards retirement or other goals, work/life balance, and career development opportunities that may include:
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 where possible. Refer to the Work Location Type in the job posting to see if this applies.
Apply now and make a lasting impact with the Amgen team.
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