Senior Manager Forecasting

Senior Manager Forecasting - CVRM, V&I, Immunology and Early Asset Join to apply for the Senior Manager Forecasting - CVRM, V&I, Immunology and Early Asset role at AstraZeneca At AstraZeneca, we pride ourselves on crafting a collaborative culture that champions knowledge‑sharing, daring thinking, and innovation – ultimately providing employees with the opportunity to work across teams, functions and even the globe. Our ways of working allow employees to balance personal and work commitments while ensuring we continue to build a strong culture of collaboration and partnership by engaging face‑to‑face in our offices three days a week. Our head office and BlueSky Hub in downtown Toronto are purposely crafted with collaboration in mind, providing space where teams can come together to strategise, brainstorm, and connect on key projects. Our dedication to sustainability is central to our culture and part of what makes AstraZeneca an excellent place to work. We know the health of people, the planet and our business are interconnected, which is why we’re taking bold actions to address some of the biggest challenges of our time—from climate change to access to healthcare and disease prevention. The Senior Manager, Forecasting CVRM, V&I, Immunology and Early Asset is accountable for all revenue forecasting processes and deliverables within the assigned portfolio for Canadian Biopharmaceutical business. This key role within the Insights, Analytics & Forecasting team partners extensively across the commercial organisation and Finance to drive future planning, performance evaluation, risk and opportunity assessment. You will support the assigned business area to maximise the finance contribution to the achievement of business objectives. The successful incumbent will provide quality financial and commercial input to individual investment decisions, challenge key forecasting assumptions and deliver expert financial analysis of performance, forecasts, key risks and sensitivities. The position requires an individual with a strong strategic focus, a passion for planning and performance, and a demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a fast‑paced complex environment. As a strategic partner, you will excel in helping your key stakeholders manage risks for our brands and communicate effectively with decision makers. Responsibilities Forecast Ownership: Accountable for all brand‑level revenue forecasts for pre‑launch, launch, in‑line and established brands within your assigned brand portfolio. Forecast Modelling: Accountable for the development of robust forecast models aligned to brand and market parameters, including patient funnel, demand forecast, supply, access and pricing assumptions. Strategic Influence and Leadership: Act as a strategic advisor to senior leadership, triangulating data and insights to provide impactful recommendations. Drive consensus on forecasting assumptions and influence decision‑making at the highest levels. Scenario Planning: Lead the development of revenue scenario planning and business cases to support investment decisions and long‑term planning in partnership with Commercial, Pricing, and Finance teams. Proactive Risk and Opportunity Management: Lead in identifying and quantifying potential risks and opportunities through detailed scenario planning and analysis across your portfolio. Performance Evaluation: Oversee performance tracking and estimation processes, providing accurate and timely updates to leadership. Apply actual performance data and emerging trends to refine forecasts and strategies. Cross‑Functional Partnership: Partner closely with Marketing, Finance, Pricing and Access teams to ensure alignment on forecast assumptions and critical analytical assessments. Partner with Finance business partners to deliver annual forecast cycles Budget, RBU2, RBU3 and annual mid‑term planning process. Accountable to ensure adherence to all legal, compliance, and adverse event reporting processes. Education, Qualifications, Skills & Experience Advanced degree (MBA, MS, PhD) in a quantitative or scientific field (business/finance, economics, statistics, natural sciences or related subject area) is preferred. 5 years of experience in forecasting and/or comparable experience, preferably within the pharmaceutical industry, with a demonstrated track record of strategic impact and team leadership. Capability to build strong relationships and influence at all levels in a global organisation. Exceptional ability to analyse complex data, identify strategic insights, and communicate recommendations to senior leadership. Outstanding communication skills, with the ability to simplify sophisticated information for a variety of audiences. Successful history of collaboration and partnering across functions. Demonstrated ability to adapt quickly and prioritise effectively in a fast‑paced environment, aligning team efforts with business objectives. Benefits GTAA Top Employer Award for 10 years Top 100 Employers Award Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Culture Learn more about working with us in Canada View our YouTube channel Ready to make a difference? Apply now AstraZeneca is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion and providing a workplace that is free from discrimination. AstraZeneca is committed to accommodating persons with disabilities. Such accommodation is available on request in respect of all aspects of the recruitment, assessment and selection process and may be requested by emailing . Date Posted: 07‑Nov‑2025 #J-18808-Ljbffr