EY is seeking a highly skilled Pharma Forecasting Specialist to join our dynamic team. This role offers the chance to be a pivotal member of a cross-functional unit dedicated to global, country, and regional forecasting. We are looking for an individual with extensive forecasting expertise, a strong background in therapeutic areas and the pharmaceutical sector, and the ability to drive strategic insights through assumption recommendations, concept note development, and compelling presentations. Basic Python proficiency is also a key requirement for this position.

As part of EY's Global Delivery Services, you will contribute to a globally connected network of service delivery centers, playing a crucial role in supporting EY's growth agenda. You will leverage data and technology to help clients grow, transform, and operate, working across assurance, consulting, law, strategy, tax, and transactions to find innovative solutions for complex global challenges.

Develop comprehensive brand volume forecasts to support short-term and long-term strategic and operational planning. Conduct in-depth strategic forecasting for brands and franchises, offering guidance informed by market insights. Address complex regional and brand-level analytical challenges using advanced quantitative methods. Perform rigorous sensitivity analyses to identify potential opportunities and mitigate risks, thereby enhancing forecast accuracy. Engage as a key stakeholder within cross-functional teams, including marketing, finance, and MMD, for diverse forecasting needs. Create and maintain precise forecasts by applying sophisticated analytical and forecasting techniques. Propose and refine assumptions and methodologies for robust forecasting models. Prepare clear and concise concept notes and presentations to effectively communicate findings and strategic recommendations. Conduct thorough business analysis, encompassing requirement elicitation, data management, and change management processes. Utilize Python coding skills to automate and optimize forecasting workflows. Collaborate with global counterparts to gather requirements and deliver actionable insights. Analyze historical data and prevailing market trends to inform and improve forecasting models. Develop and maintain detailed reports and dashboards essential for forecasting purposes. Present findings and strategic recommendations to both internal stakeholders and executive leadership. Continuously strive to optimize forecasting processes and methodologies for maximum effectiveness. Stay abreast of the latest tools, technologies, and best practices in forecasting and analytics.

Possess strong business analysis capabilities, including proven experience in requirement elicitation, data management, change management, and presentation delivery. Demonstrate a solid understanding of the Long Range Forecasting process. Exhibit excellent communication, facilitation, and stakeholder management skills. Have a strong grasp of therapeutic areas and relevant pharmaceutical industry experience. Show proficiency in basic Python coding.

Minimum Qualifications: * A Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as Business Administration, Data Science, Applied Mathematics, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Business Analytics, Computer Science, Information Systems, or another Quantitative discipline. * Experience utilizing tools and techniques like SQL, Tableau, and Alteryx, alongside data processing expertise. * Familiarity with Machine Learning/Statistical Learning and AI, including their application cases, is considered a significant advantage.