Associate Director, Forecasting – Systemic Mastocytosis

Sanofi

Associate Director forecasting systemic mastocytosis treatments for Sanofi, an AI-powered global biopharma company. Building sales forecasts, market insights, and strategic analyses for US commercial leadership.

Posted 8/5/2026full-timeCambridge • Massachusetts, New Jersey • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $148,500 - $214,500 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in forecasting activities within the pharmaceutical industry, with a strong focus on developing accurate patient, volume, and revenue forecasts. Proficient in collaborating across cross-functional teams and utilizing advanced analytical tools to enhance forecast models and deliver actionable insights.

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Pharma/Biotech AnalyticsForecastingMarket ResearchExcel-Based Forecast ModelsProject Management

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Hard Skills

ForecastingMarket ResearchAnalytical SkillsData AnalysisVBASQLRPythonExcel-Based Forecast ModelsPayer-Mix Analysis

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsPresentation SkillsBusiness AcumenAbility to Work in a Matrixed EnvironmentAbility to Thrive in a Fast-Paced Environment

Tools & Technologies

SnowflakeDatabricksIQVIA Patient-Level DataSyndicated ReportsSpecialty Pharmacy Data

Industry Keywords

Pharmaceutical IndustryRare DiseaseOncologyHematologyMarket Access

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudPythonSQLVBA

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead forecasting activities for Sanofi’s Systemic Mastocytosis portfolio, initially AYVAKIT and later pipeline products
Develop accurate short- and long-range patient, volume, and revenue forecasts
Collaborate with Commercial, Finance, Market Access, Digital/IT, Launch Excellence, Marketing, Sales, Patient Support Services, Data Management, Analytics, and Global Forecasting teams
Coordinate forecast-cycle deliverables across therapeutic areas and functions
Provide end-of-month price/volume and demand/inventory analyses
Give monthly Commercial leadership updates on performance and near-term forecast outlook
Enhance forecast models for in-line and launch products
Partner with Market Research to design studies supplying forecast inputs
Incorporate gross-to-net and market-access assumptions, conduct payer-mix analyses, and generate price/volume waterfalls
Pressure-test forecast assumptions using analogue analyses and external forecasts
Align US forecast deliverables with Global guidance and aggregation processes
Deliver SKU-level forecasts for monthly supply-chain planning
Assess proposed initiatives and market-event risks and provide ad hoc analyses
Review key model inputs with data providers to maintain forecast accuracy
Coach junior team members on onboarding, upskilling, processes, and data

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree required
3+ years of experience in pharma/biotech analytics, forecasting, and/or market research
Equivalent consulting experience and/or advanced degrees may be considered
Strong business acumen
Well-developed communication and presentation skills
Knowledge of pharmaceutical industry data sources, including IQVIA patient-level data, syndicated reports, and specialty pharmacy data
Knowledge of payer/health insurance environment
Excellent project management skills and ability to balance multiple priorities
Ability to work in a matrixed environment with many cross-functional partners
Experience in Rare Disease, Oncology, or Hematology preferred
Hands-on experience designing, developing, and maintaining Excel-based forecast models preferred
Programming languages such as VBA, SQL, R, or Python
Proficiency with cloud-based data warehouse/analytics platforms such as Snowflake or Databricks
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and work comfortably with ambiguity
Track record of delivering exceptional results
Desire to learn and develop new skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

Company employee benefit programs
Development opportunities through stretch roles and cross-functional moves
Inclusive, high-performing teams
Equal opportunity and affirmative action employment