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Sr. Manager, Strategic Forecasting
MSD Pharmaceuticals
posted 14hr ago
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Job Description
We are looking for a team member within strategic forecasting team based out of Pune. Robust forecasting is a priority for businesses, as the product potential has major implications to a wide range of disciplines. While forecasting of realistic potential can be arrived through both qualitative and quantitative methods, the challenge lies in selecting and deploying the right methodology. Thus, it is essential to have someone who understands and aspires to implement advanced analytics techniques such as Monte Carlo simulations, agent-based modeling, conjoint frameworks, NLP, clustering etc within forecasting vertical.
Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Responsible for conceptualizing and delivering forecasts and analytical solutions, using both strategic as well as statistical techniques
- Drive continuous enhancements to evolve the existing forecasting capabilities in terms of value-add, risk/ opportunity/uncertainty - identify and elevate key forecasting levers/insights/findings to inform decision making
- Collaborate across stakeholders - our Manufacturing Divisio , Human Health, Finance, Research, Country, and senior leadership - to build and robust assumptions, ensuring forecast accuracy improves over time to support decision making
- Drive innovation and automation to bring in robustness and efficiency gains in forecasting/process; incorporate best-in-class statistical forecasting methods to improve the accuracy
- Communicate effectively across stakeholders and proactively identify and resolve conflicts by engaging with relevant stakeholders
- Responsible for managing team and delivery of forecasts in a timely manner with allocated resources
- Determine the optimal method for forecasting, considering the context of the forecast, availability of data, the degree of accuracy desired, and the timeline available
- Contribute in evolving our offerings through standardization/ automation of various offerings, models and processes
- Participate in selection, talent development and trainings of our company employees
Qualification and skills :
- Engineering / Management / Pharma post-graduates with 8+ years of experience in the relevant roles; with at least 8+ years of experience in pharmaceutical strategic forecasting or analytics
- Demonstrated leadership and management in driving innovation and automation leveraging advanced statistical and analytical techniques (expertise in Spotfire will be added advantage)
- Proven ability to work collaboratively across large and diverse functions and stakeholders
- Ability to manage ambiguous environments, and to adapt to changing needs of business
- Strong analytical skills; an aptitude for problem solving and strategic thinking
- Hands on experience on Monte Carlo simulations and range forecasting
- Exposure/sound understanding of advanced modeling techniques like Agent based and dynamic transmission model
- Ability to synthesize complex information into clear and actionable insights
- Proven ability to communicate effectively across all levels of stakeholders
- Solid understanding of pharmaceutical development, manufacturing, supply chain and marketing functions
Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent
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Good work life balance & supportive leadership/Senior Management
- Salary - Good
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Pay parity can be improved, more growth opportunities should be there
Manager salary at MSD Pharmaceuticals
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Flexible timing
Alternate Saturday off
Within city
Day Shift
MSD Pharmaceuticals Benefits
Health Insurance 
Job Training 
Soft Skill Training 
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Work From Home 
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