Global Forecasting Senior Analyst

Date: 1 Oct 2024


Department: AIR Franchise


Team: Mktg, Market Access, Bus. Excellence & Med. Affair


Job Type: Direct Employee


Contract Type: Permanent


Location: Parma, IT


About us
Based in Parma, Italy, Chiesi is an international research-focused pharmaceutical and healthcare group with over 85 years' experience, operating in 31 countries with more than 7,000 employees (Chiesi Group). To achieve its mission of improving people's quality of life by acting responsibly towards society and the environment, the Group researches, develops and markets innovative drugs in its main therapeutic areas: Discover more here
We are proud to have been awarded B Corp Certification, a recognition of high social and environmental standards. We are a reliable company that adopts and promotes a transparent and ethical behavior at all levels.



We believe that the success of Chiesi is built and shaped by our people and our strong set of shared Values and Behaviors. Our people make a critical difference to our success, which is why it is vital that we attract and retain the right talent who will continue to enrich our culture by living and breathing our values and behaviors.



We are committed to embrace diversity, inclusion and equal opportunities. In fact, we are a global family made up of different cultures, different genders, generations, ethnicities, abilities, sexual identities and many other enriching diversities.



Air and Care Franchise
Within the three Business Units (Discover more here), Air and Care Franchises are responsible for the development and implementation of the Therapeutic Area Strategies. Each Franchise is organized by stage of development with fully empowered and enhanced teams of: Pipeline Development Team - focused on delivering innovation and programs leadership accountabilities in close collaboration with R&D, Commercial Portfolio Management Team - focused on maximizing the benefit for the patients and the full potential of marketed / close-to-launch assets, including Life Cycle Management strategies.



Air and Care Franchises are also supported by the Medical Affairs, Value & Access, and Business Excellence & Customer Experience Global functions.


Medical Affairs, Value & Access, and Business Excellence & Customer Experience Global functions
Within these departments, you will actively support the Air and Care Franchises businesses. These units are responsible for the development and implementation of the Therapeutic Area Strategies. Each Franchise is organized by stage of development with fully empowered and enhanced teams of: Pipeline Development and Commercial Portfolio Management.



Who we are looking for Purpose
Within the Global Business Excellence & Customer Experience Unit, the Global Forecasting Senior Analyst will report to the Head of Global Business Intelligence and will be responsible for Patient and Volume forecasting and related Insight-Generation to support the decision-making processes on Chiesi brands and markets.




Main Responsibilities Patient Forecasting: develop and maintain accurate patient forecasts based on market trends, epidemiological data, and treatment patterns Volume Forecasting: generate volume forecasts to inform supply chain, manufacturing, and commercial strategies. Utilize historical data and market analysis to predict future demand accurately Data Analysis: analyze complex datasets to identify trends, patterns, and insights that inform forecasting models. Use statistical and predictive modeling techniques to enhance forecast accuracy Cross-Functional Collaboration: work closely with marketing, sales, supply chain, affiliates and finance teams to ensure alignment of forecasts with business objectives and market realities Reporting: prepare and present forecast reports to senior management and stakeholders, providing clear and actionable insights to support and inform internal processes (e.g. Target Setting) Continuous Improvement: continuously refine forecasting methodologies and models based on feedback and emerging best practices
Key projects / internal processes the resource will be supporting:



Market Models development, roll out, update and global consolidation Target Setting: short term forecast of sales, market, market share Long Range Planning: long term forecast of sales, market, market share Education
Bachelor's degree in Business, Economics, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related field. A Master's degree or MBA is preferred.







Experience Required Previous experience in forecasting within the pharmaceutical industry or in consulting Demonstrated experience in both patient and volume forecasting Proven track record of using data-driven insights to influence business decisions Soft Skills Proven ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and build strong working relationships Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to identifying issues and finding solutions High level of attention to detail and accuracy in forecasting and reporting Ability to adapt to changing market conditions and business needs, continuously updating forecasting models accordingly Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines Technical Skills Strong ability to analyse large datasets, interpret complex data, and derive meaningful insights. Proficiency in statistical software (e.g., SAS, R, Python) and forecasting tools. Advanced Excel skills are required In-depth understanding of the pharmaceutical industry, including market dynamics, regulatory environment, and patient treatment pathways Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to present complex data and insights in a clear and concise manner Languages
Fluent English




Location
Flexible solutions can be envisaged






What we offer
You would join a dynamic, fast-growing, challenging and friendly environment.
In Chiesi we firmly believe that our people are our most valuable asset, that is why we invest in continuous training, learning and development. Therefore, we strive to continuously promote and satisfy development needs, paying particular attention to the quality of our working environment and to collective well-being. We want our people to come to work happy every day, and we know how important it is to find the right work-life balance in order to be able to give our best. That is why we offer flexible working approach, remote working, support in the relocation process, tax assistance service for foreign colleagues and many other people-care services.





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