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Location: East Hanover NJ, Cambridge MA, or Basel Switzerland. If applying in Europe, refer to REQ-10066636. LI #hybrid. Job Overview The Strategy & Growth Portfolio Insights Forecasting team seeks a Director of Forecasting Excellence. This role oversees evidence‑based long‑term forecasts and assumptions, models, and insights to support key assumptions across the oncology solid tumor therapy area, synthesizing key risks and opportunities in commercial assessments across programs and the portfolio. Key Responsibilities Subject matter expert in long‑term revenue forecasting in Oncology Solid Tumor therapy area. Develops and maintains indication‑specific and epidemiology‑based sales forecasts for pipeline and in‑market brands on an as‑needed and evolving basis. Works collaboratively with the Strategy & Growth, US and International teams, and cross‑functional partners to integrate market insights into forecasts, and consolidating US & INT numbers. Coordinates and obtains alignment from key stakeholders on critical assumptions and treatment journey. Identifies key risks and opportunities in the forecast and employs appropriate methodologies for addressing and communicating these. Monitors industry best practices, identifies opportunities to leverage new techniques and technologies to enhance modelling and forecasting capabilities. Consolidates and summarizes forecast assumptions, methodology, and results to all relevant systems and platforms. Provides forecast models, assumption guidance, and training to S&G, US, INT colleagues, and priority country teams. Coaches and mentors junior colleagues. Essential Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Science, Economics, Statistics, Engineering, Business, or related field required; MBA or advanced degree strongly preferred. Fluent oral and written English; other languages an asset. Minimum 7 years of experience in Biotech/Pharmaceutical industry, life sciences consulting with commercial assessment experience; in‑market commercial, finance, or new product planning experience strongly preferred. Direct experience in assessing and forecasting oncology solid tumor projects. Familiarity with epidemiology sources, IQVIA, Evaluate Pharma, claims, and other standard pharmaceutical data.> Experience incorporating big data analytics, competitive intelligence, primary & secondary market research into forecast models. Comfortable with identifying and implementing AI solutions where appropriate. Strong understanding of forecast methodologies, including expertise in patient‑based forecast modelling, risk simulation (e.g., Monte Carlo). Expertise translating inputs from cross‑functional partners into forecast model assumptions. Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal direction. Strong project management skills; manage multiple projects simultaneously. Effective team building and consulting skills, able to work collaboratively in cross‑functional teams. Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills. Compensation and Benefits Salary range: $185,500 – $344,500 per year, plus performance‑based cash incentive and possible equity awards. US‑based employees receive a comprehensive benefits package including health, life and disability benefits, 401(k) with company contribution and match, and a generous time‑off package. EEO Statement The Novartis Group of Companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. Accessibility and Reasonable Accommodations The Novartis Group of Companies are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you need accommodation for any part of the application process, send an e‑mail to us.reasonableaccommodations@novartis.com or call +1(877)395‑2339 and include the job requisition number. Skills Desired Agility, Business Analytics, Competitive Intelligence, Cross‑Functional Collaboration, Customer Insights, Data Analysis, Databases, Data Science, Forecasting, Go‑To‑Market Strategy, Healthcare Sector Understanding, Influencing Skills, Innovation, Machine Learning (ML), Marketing Analytics, Market Research, Microsoft Excel, People Management, Predictive Analytics, Product Marketing, Qualitative Research, Quantitative Research, R (Programming Language), and additional skills. #J-18808-Ljbffr National Black MBA Association

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