Global/U.S Sr Director Insights, Analytics and Forecasting – Respiratory

At AstraZeneca, we're not afraid to do things differently. We're resetting expectations of what a bio-pharmaceutical company can be. This means we're opening new ways to work, ground-breaking and cutting-edge methods and bringing unexpected teams together.

Introduction to role:

This role is designed to lead one of the US and Global Respiratory Insights, Analytics and Forecasting team, including brand strategy, performance, launch, and LCM. This team will provide strategic and operational business insights capabilities, an in-depth understanding of the brand/molecule/therapeutic area (TA), and enable delivery of insights from primary market research, forecasting, analytics, and competitive intelligence into actionable insights and recommendations that drive senior executive decision-making. As a strategic partner to the Commercial VPs within Respiratory as well as cross-functional leaders, this role delivers comprehensive brand performance insight, opportunity assessments, and innovative approaches to brand strategy and execution that drive a competitive edge for the Respiratory portfolio. This role establishes business partnerships with multiple partners beyond the Respiratory Commercial team including but not limited to Competitive Intelligence, Market Access Strategy, Pricing, Compliance, Finance, Sales Force Operations, Corporate Affairs, and Medical Affairs. Additionally, this role leads and develops a team of highly skilled staff across multiple locations, appropriate resource allocation, and cross-functional/portfolio/special projects.

Accountabilities:

You will oversee and guide the development and integration of industry-leading customer insight, market intelligence, and analytics helping the organization to frame business problems and opportunities to shape future-proofed strategies and deliver sustainably differentiated brands/early assets, business development opportunities, and TA strategies. You will be responsible for bringing a proprietary data-driven external point of view into recommendations by using a network of sources and publicly available information, either on brand or TA level, for internal and external communication.

Essential Skills/Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree
• 10 years’ experience in the pharmaceutical industry (preferably both Global and US local strategy/commercial insights roles)
• Exceptional business insight, critical thinking and understanding of sales and marketing business practices
• Entrepreneurial approach to impact leadership and high emotional intelligence
• Experience advising senior level executives, strong coaching and problem-solving skills
• Strong ability to influence laterally and vertically
• High degree of creativity and innovation in developing new approaches, processes and methodologies
• Strong market research and analytical expertise, excellent financial modeling and forecasting skills
• Proven ability to lead teams, influence cross-functionally and manage multiple, complex demands
• Strong written and verbal communication
  
  
  

Desirable Skills/Experience:

• MBA /PhD
• In-depth knowledge of regional market dynamics and/or in-market or regional experience
• Managed a group of at least 3 insights, forecasting and analytical staff
  
  
  

When we put unexpected teams in the same room, we unleash bold thinking with the power to inspire life-changing medicines. In-person working gives us the platform we need to connect, work at pace and challenge perceptions. That's why we work, on average, a minimum of three days per week from the office. But that doesn't mean we're not flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility. Join us in our unique and ambitious world.

At AstraZeneca, fuel your ambition and break new ground. Our BioPharmaceuticals pipeline is growing. We go above and beyond to find solutions that impact patients - harnessing science with technology and connecting the entire healthcare ecosystem. Driven by results, we thrive in our vibrant environment filled with support, trust, and agility. Be part of a global team with diverse perspectives that push our thinking further together. Here you will find continuous learning opportunities and a place where your best is better.