MERCK
Associate Director (AD), US Oncology Forecasting Activation and Process Optimiza
MERCK, Rahway, New Jersey, us, 07065
Job Description
Read the overview of this opportunity to understand what skills, including and relevant soft skills and software package proficiencies, are required.The AD will be part of the Human Health Digital and Data Analytics (HH DDA) group, providing the US Oncology Leadership team (OLT) with analytical and data-driven insights and recommendations regarding business performance for all of our Company's Oncology Portfolio, inclusive of alliances partnerships.More specifically, the candidate will support the Pan tumor forecasting process for an Immunotherapy medication, a treatment and a prescription medicine, working closely with the HHDDA Forecasting team. The candidate will be responsible for providing the US OLT a consolidated view and insights of overall and tumor level trend performance as part of monthly business reviews and Investor Relations (IR) meetings. The AD will also at times develop forecasting trending for mature tumors/brands in order to simplify and improve the accuracy of the forecasting projections, working closely with the HH DDA forecasting team. The AD will help develop the narrative and guidance around actual business performance, forecasting projections, and 3rd party data availability. In addition, the AD will support the improvement and automation of HH DDA business processes such as the HHDDA project/investment prioritization.The preferred candidate should have intellectual curiosity, entrepreneurial spirit, consultative mindset, and a good understanding of healthcare & pharma marketing. This role will require interfacing and collaborating with many teams in a complex matrix business environment:Requirements:Demonstrated communication and leadership skills are critical in order to develop and present our business trends and results to Senior members of the US OLT and Finance.
Ability to develop concise and decision-driven presentations that will inform tactics and investment decisions made by the US OLT.
The candidate must have demonstrated client and project management experience, having to manage multiple analytical projects simultaneously and foster collaboration within HH DDA, Finance, and US oncology marketing colleagues.
As part of the role will also require the development of hands-on analytics and automation, the candidate must have a degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Operation Research, Data Science, Engineering or any Quantitative Decision field (Master’s Degree preferred).
Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and other analytical tools such as Python, SAS, R is a plus.
The candidate must have at least 5 years of experience in developing strategic insight for Senior leaders, as well as demonstrated hands-on experience with forecasting/predictive modeling techniques in the pharmaceutical industry.
Experience and understanding of various 3rd party data sources, such as IQVIA, Komodo, Symphony patients claim data would be ideal but not required.
NOTICE FOR INTERNAL APPLICANTSIn accordance with Managers' Policy - Job Posting and Employee Placement, all employees subject to this policy are required to have a minimum of twelve (12) months of service in current position prior to applying for open positions.If you have been offered a separation benefits package, but have not yet reached your separation date and are offered a position within the salary and geographical parameters as set forth in the Summary Plan Description (SPD) of your separation package, then you are no longer eligible for your separation benefits package. To discuss in more detail, please contact your HRBP or Talent Acquisition Advisor.Employees working in roles that the Company determines require routine collaboration with external stakeholders, such as customer-facing commercial or research-based roles, will be expected to comply not only with Company policy but also with policies established by such external stakeholders (for example, a requirement to be vaccinated against COVID-19 in order to access a facility or meet with stakeholders).Current Employees apply HERECurrent Contingent Workers apply HEREUS and Puerto Rico Residents Only:Our company is committed to inclusion, ensuring that candidates can engage in a hiring process that exhibits their true capabilities. Please click here if you need an accommodation during the application or hiring process.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.U.S. Hybrid Work ModelEffective September 5, 2023, employees in office-based positions in the U.S. will be working a Hybrid work consisting of three total days on-site per week, generally Tuesday, Wednesday, and either Monday or Thursday, although the specific days may vary by site or organization, with Friday designated as a remote-working day, unless business critical tasks require an on-site presence.Under New York State, Colorado State, Washington State, and California State law, the Company is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the salary range for this job. Expected salary range: $149,400.00 - $235,100.00.Available benefits include bonus eligibility, long-term incentive if applicable, health care and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), retirement benefits, paid holidays, vacation, and sick days.
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Read the overview of this opportunity to understand what skills, including and relevant soft skills and software package proficiencies, are required.The AD will be part of the Human Health Digital and Data Analytics (HH DDA) group, providing the US Oncology Leadership team (OLT) with analytical and data-driven insights and recommendations regarding business performance for all of our Company's Oncology Portfolio, inclusive of alliances partnerships.More specifically, the candidate will support the Pan tumor forecasting process for an Immunotherapy medication, a treatment and a prescription medicine, working closely with the HHDDA Forecasting team. The candidate will be responsible for providing the US OLT a consolidated view and insights of overall and tumor level trend performance as part of monthly business reviews and Investor Relations (IR) meetings. The AD will also at times develop forecasting trending for mature tumors/brands in order to simplify and improve the accuracy of the forecasting projections, working closely with the HH DDA forecasting team. The AD will help develop the narrative and guidance around actual business performance, forecasting projections, and 3rd party data availability. In addition, the AD will support the improvement and automation of HH DDA business processes such as the HHDDA project/investment prioritization.The preferred candidate should have intellectual curiosity, entrepreneurial spirit, consultative mindset, and a good understanding of healthcare & pharma marketing. This role will require interfacing and collaborating with many teams in a complex matrix business environment:Requirements:Demonstrated communication and leadership skills are critical in order to develop and present our business trends and results to Senior members of the US OLT and Finance.
Ability to develop concise and decision-driven presentations that will inform tactics and investment decisions made by the US OLT.
The candidate must have demonstrated client and project management experience, having to manage multiple analytical projects simultaneously and foster collaboration within HH DDA, Finance, and US oncology marketing colleagues.
As part of the role will also require the development of hands-on analytics and automation, the candidate must have a degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Operation Research, Data Science, Engineering or any Quantitative Decision field (Master’s Degree preferred).
Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and other analytical tools such as Python, SAS, R is a plus.
The candidate must have at least 5 years of experience in developing strategic insight for Senior leaders, as well as demonstrated hands-on experience with forecasting/predictive modeling techniques in the pharmaceutical industry.
Experience and understanding of various 3rd party data sources, such as IQVIA, Komodo, Symphony patients claim data would be ideal but not required.
NOTICE FOR INTERNAL APPLICANTSIn accordance with Managers' Policy - Job Posting and Employee Placement, all employees subject to this policy are required to have a minimum of twelve (12) months of service in current position prior to applying for open positions.If you have been offered a separation benefits package, but have not yet reached your separation date and are offered a position within the salary and geographical parameters as set forth in the Summary Plan Description (SPD) of your separation package, then you are no longer eligible for your separation benefits package. To discuss in more detail, please contact your HRBP or Talent Acquisition Advisor.Employees working in roles that the Company determines require routine collaboration with external stakeholders, such as customer-facing commercial or research-based roles, will be expected to comply not only with Company policy but also with policies established by such external stakeholders (for example, a requirement to be vaccinated against COVID-19 in order to access a facility or meet with stakeholders).Current Employees apply HERECurrent Contingent Workers apply HEREUS and Puerto Rico Residents Only:Our company is committed to inclusion, ensuring that candidates can engage in a hiring process that exhibits their true capabilities. Please click here if you need an accommodation during the application or hiring process.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.U.S. Hybrid Work ModelEffective September 5, 2023, employees in office-based positions in the U.S. will be working a Hybrid work consisting of three total days on-site per week, generally Tuesday, Wednesday, and either Monday or Thursday, although the specific days may vary by site or organization, with Friday designated as a remote-working day, unless business critical tasks require an on-site presence.Under New York State, Colorado State, Washington State, and California State law, the Company is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the salary range for this job. Expected salary range: $149,400.00 - $235,100.00.Available benefits include bonus eligibility, long-term incentive if applicable, health care and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), retirement benefits, paid holidays, vacation, and sick days.
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