Team Lead, Forecasting

Job Description Summary

Sandoz continues to go through an exciting and transformative period as a global leader and pioneering provider of sustainable Biosimilar and Generic medicines. As we continue down this new and ambitious path, unique opportunities will present themselves, both professionally and personally. Join us, the future is ours to shape!
Job Purpose:
This is a senior role that requires a proven leader with extensive experience in managing, developing, and coaching high-performing teams. As a subject matter expert (SME) in pharmaceutical forecasting, you will drive strategic forecasting engagement and partner across our Matrix organisation to produce tangible results.
A Pharma Forecasting Team Leader is responsible for leading a team of 10-12 associates to develop and implement patient and demand forecasting models, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and providing strategic insights to support business decisions. They ensure the accuracy and reliability of forecasting models, present results to senior management, and stay updated with industry trends. Additionally, they deliver forecasting solutions to internal customers, support data-driven decision-making, and drive continuous improvement in services and processes. Effective leadership, strong analytical skills, and the ability to work collaboratively are essential for success in this role.

 

Job Description

Your Key Responsibilities:

Your responsibilities include, but not limited to:

• Dual Role Contribution: Balance individual contribution (50%) and operational/team management (50%) for early pipeline, in-line, and BD&L forecasting projects.

• Team Management: Manage, coach, and develop the Forecasting Engagement team, fostering a high-performance culture.

• Strategic Input: Provide strategic input, lead cross-functional initiatives, and ensure alignment with organizational goals.

• Process Development: Craft and sustain forecasting processes, providing strategic direction and empowering the team.

• Innovation and Efficiency: Lead continuous innovation and efficiency within the team, coordinating with global and country stakeholders.

• Project Updates: Deliver impactful project updates to senior leadership and guide the team in effective communication practices.

• Model Accuracy: Ensure the accuracy and reliability of forecasting models through continuous improvement and validation.

• Team Support: Guide and support the team to achieve high-impact results, optimize performance, and drive continuous improvement.

• Opportunity Exploration: Lead the team in exploring and implementing forecasting opportunities for portfolio and brand teams.

• Customer Interface: Interface closely with customers to understand and convert business requirements into solutions.

Additionally, the role involves providing documentation, supporting knowledge repositories, aligning with business objectives, complying with operating procedures, and adhering to Sandoz values and behaviours.

What you’ll bring to the role:

Essential Requirements:

Education (minimum/desirable): Graduate / Post Graduate in Technology or Data Science related domains

Languages: Fluency in English is prerequisite, while knowledge of other in-scope country languages would be an advantage

Experience:

• Proven experience in pharmaceutical forecasting, with a strong understanding of the biopharma industry.

• Excellent leadership and team management skills.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

• Excellent communication and presentation skills...

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience in Biosimilar/ generic pharma industry (good to have)

• Experience with advanced forecasting techniques and machine learning models- (good to have)

• Knowledge of regulatory requirements and market access strategies in the pharmaceutical industry.

You’ll receive:

Breakdown of benefits received in this role. Include flexible working, learning and development opportunities as well.

Why Sandoz?

Generic and Biosimilar medicines are the backbone of the global medicines industry. Sandoz, a leader in this sector, provided more than 900 million patient treatments across 100+ countries in 2024 and while we are proud of this achievement, we have an ambition to do more!

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Skills Desired

Agility, Analytical Thinking, Brand Awareness, Building Construction, Business Analytics, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Digital Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Media Campaigns, Sales, Stakeholder Engagement, Stakeholder Management, Strategic Marketing, Waterfall Model