CD&A Forecasting Manager, Oncology

Amgen • Thousand Oaks, CA

249d • Hybrid

About The Position

At Amgen, if you feel like you're part of something bigger, it's because you are. Our shared mission—to serve patients living with serious illnesses—drives all that we do. Since 1980, we've helped pioneer the world of biotech in our fight against the world's toughest diseases. With our focus on four therapeutic areas -Oncology, Inflammation, General Medicine, and Rare Disease- we reach millions of patients each year. As a member of the Amgen team, you'll help make a lasting impact on the lives of patients as we research, manufacture, and deliver innovative medicines to help people live longer, fuller happier lives. Our award-winning culture is collaborative, innovative, and science based. If you have a passion for challenges and the opportunities that lay within them, you'll thrive as part of the Amgen team. Join us and transform the lives of patients while transforming your career.

Requirements

• Doctorate degree OR Master's degree and 2 years of data analytics and/or forecasting experience OR Bachelor's degree and 4 years of data analytics and/or forecasting experience OR Associate's degree and 10 years of data analytics and/or forecasting experience OR High school diploma / GED and 12 years of data analytics and/or forecasting experience.

Nice To Haves

• Basic knowledge of marketing analytics / Forecasting in the pharmaceutical industry.
• Experience with advanced spreadsheets and automated data visualization software (e.g. Tableau).
• Experience in Excel, PowerPoint, and database languages (e.g. SQL).
• Ability to think strategically to support key business decisions.
• Ability to work collaboratively in team-based environment across different functional groups.
• Demonstrated analytical skills—understands the strengths and limitations of different analytical approaches.
• Skill in handling multiple responsibilities, priorities, tasks and projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Lead demand forecasting and report to the Director Customer Forecasting within the Global Customer Data & Analytics organization.
• Independently craft, prepare, and maintain advanced forecast models for Amgen assets.
• Contribute to regular forecast cycles including annual long-range forecast and short-term forecast.
• Partner with the cross-functional team to use forecasts to understand business performance.
• Perform in-depth data analysis to build robust assumptions and forecast inputs.
• Analyze competitors and market dynamics to inform forecasting models and strategic decisions.
• Lead collaboration with internal cross functional partners to obtain relevant data and analysis.
• Present and defend forecast approach, methodology, assumptions, and outputs in brand team discussions.
• Collaborate with the broader CD&A organization to integrate insights and analytics knowledge into forecast development.

Benefits

• A comprehensive employee benefits package, including a Retirement and Savings Plan with generous company contributions.
• Group medical, dental and vision coverage.
• Life and disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts.
• A discretionary annual bonus program.
• Stock-based long-term incentives.
• Award-winning time-off plans.
• Flexible work models, including remote and hybrid work arrangements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Chemical Manufacturing
• Education Level: Master's degree