{"id":4549,"date":"2026-01-25T08:28:40","date_gmt":"2026-01-25T08:28:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.whitehattoolbox.com\/jobsinindia\/were-hiring-bc-sector-ls-pharma-forecasting-senior-4\/"},"modified":"2026-01-25T08:28:40","modified_gmt":"2026-01-25T08:28:40","slug":"were-hiring-bc-sector-ls-pharma-forecasting-senior-4","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.whitehattoolbox.com\/jobsinindia\/were-hiring-bc-sector-ls-pharma-forecasting-senior-4\/","title":{"rendered":"We\u2019re Hiring BC Sector -LS-PHARMA FORECASTING -Senior"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>At EY, we&#8217;re all in to shape your future with confidence.<span class=\"br\"><\/span>We&#8217;ll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go.<span class=\"br\"><\/span>Join EY and help to build a better working world.<span class=\"br\"><\/span>Pharma Forecasting Specialist<span class=\"br\"><\/span><b>Job Summary:<\/b><span class=\"br\"><\/span>We are seeking a highly skilled Pharma Forecasting Specialist to join our team. This role involves being a key stakeholder in a cross-functional team responsible for forecasting at global, country, and region levels based on need. The ideal candidate will have strong forecasting skills of around 6-8 years, therapeutic area (TA) and pharma experience, and the ability to recommend assumptions, create concept notes, and develop presentations. Basic Python coding skills are also required<span class=\"br\"><\/span><b>Roles and Responsibilities:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Develop brand volume forecasts for both short-term and long-term strategic and operational planning.<\/li>\n<li>Conduct strategic long-term brand and franchise forecasting, providing guidance based on franchise insights.<\/li>\n<li>Solve regional and brand-level analytical challenges using quantitative approaches.\u2022 Perform sensitivity analyses to identify opportunities and manage risks, enhancing forecast accuracy.<\/li>\n<li>Collaborate as a key stakeholder in cross-functional teams (marketing, finance, MMD, HHI, RCL) for global, country, and regional forecasting needs.<\/li>\n<li>Create and maintain accurate forecasts using advanced analytical and forecasting techniques.<\/li>\n<li>Recommend assumptions and methodologies for forecasting models.<\/li>\n<li>Prepare concept notes and presentations to effectively communicate findings and recommendations.<\/li>\n<li>Perform comprehensive business analysis, including requirement elicitation, data management, and change management.<\/li>\n<li>Apply Python coding skills to automate and improve forecasting processes.<\/li>\n<li>Collaborate with global teams (marketing, finance, RCLs, HHI, MMD, market access) to gather requirements and deliver insights.<\/li>\n<li>Analyze historical data and market trends to inform forecasting models.<\/li>\n<li>Develop and maintain detailed reports and dashboards for forecasting purposes.<\/li>\n<li>Present findings and recommendations to internal stakeholders and executive leadership.<\/li>\n<li>Continuously optimize forecasting processes and methodologies.<\/li>\n<li>Stay updated with the latest tools, technologies, and best practices in forecasting and analytics.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Key Competencies:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Strong business analysis skills with experience in requirement elicitation, data management, change management, and presentation.<\/li>\n<li>Knowledge of Long Range Forecasting process.<\/li>\n<li>Excellent communication, facilitation, and stakeholder management skills.<\/li>\n<li>Therapeutic area-specific knowledge and pharma experience.<\/li>\n<li>Basic Python coding skills.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Desired Skills and Experience:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Extensive experience in business analysis and forecasting within the pharmaceutical industry.<\/li>\n<li>Strong knowledge of one or more pharma therapeutic area such as Oncology, Vaccines etc.<\/li>\n<li>Proven track record in developing and maintaining accurate forecasts.<\/li>\n<li>Advanced proficiency in business analysis and forecasting tools.<\/li>\n<li>Basic proficiency in Python coding.<\/li>\n<li>Strong verbal and written communication skills.<\/li>\n<li>Ability to manage tasks independently and proactively.<\/li>\n<li>Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.<\/li>\n<li>Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.<\/li>\n<li>Personal drive and positive work ethic to deliver results within tight deadlines and in demanding situations.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Minimum Qualifications:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Bachelor&#8217;s degree with relevant work experience in Business Administration, Data Science, Applied Mathematics, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Business Analytics, Computer Science, Information Systems, or other Quantitative field.<\/li>\n<li>Experience with tools and techniques like SQL, Tableau, Alteryx, and data processing.<\/li>\n<li>Familiarity with Machine Learning\/Statistical Learning and AI and their application cases is a plus.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Preferred Qualifications:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Relevant analytical experience in Pharmaceutical Industry.<\/li>\n<li>Experience in developing and maintaining forecasting models in the pharmaceutical industry.<\/li>\n<li>Expertise in business analysis and forecasting tools.<\/li>\n<li>Basic proficiency in Python coding.<\/li>\n<li>Strong verbal and written communication skills.<\/li>\n<li>Proactiveness and passion to tackle new challenges.<\/li>\n<li>Personal drive and positive work ethic to deliver results in demanding situations.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p> EY | Building a better working world<span class=\"br\"><\/span>EY is building a better working world by creating new value for clients, people, society and the planet, while building trust in capital markets.<span class=\"br\"><\/span>Enabled by data, AI and advanced technology, EY teams help clients shape the future with confidence and develop answers for the most pressing issues of today and tomorrow.<span class=\"br\"><\/span>EY teams work across a full spectrum of services in assurance, consulting, tax, strategy and transactions. Fueled by sector insights, a globally connected, multi-disciplinary network and diverse ecosystem partners, EY teams can provide services in more than 150 countries and territories.<\/p>\n<p><center><b><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/jobviewtrack.com\/v2\/J6wofEFxQcdesHPPxmnkbmoNx-ndou6hzfIt3xYTAQKGg1htO7YUDoVqXZ_XTUWJg1JiBLdNFwUeM2FYwffkFO2gWHbf_L7WQ0teXEuLW8Lg6XjitBDNzUYpYfy8uPEkk4RhNXv2VUQDXSi5cZNYpwaSkY6mQzhr_EP50IeIAYvGEZ4LxjZo-a3ke6RgPnAo9mMVXfJitCHAwDEhLr6uwA?affid=1e18623d919a855447a16dd0557b1bec\" class=\"button purchase\" target=\"_blank\">Apply Now<\/a> <\/b><\/center><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>At EY, we&#8217;re all in to shape your future with confidence. We&#8217;ll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go. Join EY and help to build a better working world. 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