Commercial Analytics and Forecasting Lead

UCB•Atlanta, GA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

This role is central to shaping commercial decisions by delivering analytics, forecasting, and strategic insights that guide performance across the immunology portfolio. By combining market understanding, data, and analytic expertise, the lead will help leadership anticipate opportunities, manage risks, and improve outcomes. The work connects analytics to action, ensuring insights are translated into clear recommendations that support growth and execution. The role is part of the Business Analytics team and is based in Atlanta, Georgia, USA. It is a hybrid role requiring 40% onsite presence and up to 10% domestic and international travel.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Science, Engineering, Math, Analytics or related field is required
Minimum 8 years of post-bachelor’s experience is required
Minimum 5 years of relevant experience within the pharmaceutical/biotech/life sciences/healthcare industry is required, ideally in commercial operations or commercial support function
Power user of MS Office products (Excel, PowerPoint) is required, especially advanced Excel modeling skills and ability to author PowerPoint documents for management audiences
Experience with IQVIA/similar data (Xponent, NPA, LAAD, OneKey), and CRMs (e.g., Veeva) is required
Experience in vendor management or equivalent budget ($500k+ annually) is required
Highly motivated self-starter with ability to adapt and perform in a fast-paced environment
Proven ability to lead and partner with various functional areas
Team player with strong interpersonal skills
Vendor management skills including contracting and negotiating
Ability to work independently and take the lead role on assigned projects
Excellent oral and written communication skills

Nice To Haves

MBA or other advanced degree is considered an asset
Immunology experience is considered an asset
Working knowledge of statistical analytical techniques is considered an asset
Experience with Qlik Sense, Tableau, Power BI, and SAP is considered an asset
Experience with SQL, relational data, and manipulation of large data sets is considered an asset
Experience with longitudinal data (e.g., specialty pharmacy and patient hub) is considered an asset

Responsibilities

Deliver clear commercial insights translating performance data into actions and recommendations
Co-lead forecasting processes, aligning assumptions across marketing, sales, finance, and market access
Develop scenarios and sensitivities to assess competition, access, and market changes
Create dashboards and reports supporting leadership reviews and business planning
Support field performance analyses and go-to-market strategy decisions
Lead analytics vendor partnerships, ensuring quality, compliance, and timely delivery