CD&A - Forecasting Senior Manager, Global Biosimilars and Rare Disease

Company: Amgen
Location: Thousand Oaks
Posted on: January 26, 2026

Job Description:

Join Amgens Mission of Serving Patients At Amgen, if you feel like youre part of something bigger, its because you are. Our shared missionto serve patients living with serious illnessesdrives all that we do. Since 1980, weve helped pioneer the world of biotech in our fight against the worlds 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, youll 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, youll thrive as part of the Amgen team. Join us and transform the lives of patients while transforming your career. CD&A - Forecasting Senior Manager, Global Biosimilars and Rare Disease What you will do Lets do this. Lets change the world. The Forecasting team at Amgen plays a pivotal role as a strategic partner to Commercial leadership, offering data-backed insights crucial for driving commercial success. As a Senior Manager of Global Forecasting, you will contribute significantly to the Global Biosimilars and Rare Disease businesses, executing and managing discussions with brand leads. The individual in this role will need to thoughtfully influence and challenge a diverse set of stakeholders from Commercial, R&D, Medical, Finance, Manufacturing, Access, and Pricing/Contracting, while proficiently understanding the nuances of the particular disease area of interest and the market. This role reports to the Director of Forecasting, Global Biosimilars and Rare Disease and operates within the broader framework of Customer Data & Analytics (CD&A). The position will be responsible for the following: Primary point of contact for Brand Lead and senior Therapeutic Area leaders Facilitate consensus-building among stakeholders to establish clear, transparent, and rigorous WW sales expectations for the pipeline assets by gaining alignment and endorsement for forecast assumptions Help leadership identify actionable strategies to improve commercial potential by identifying and prioritizing relevant risks & opportunities Provide recommendations on whether to proceed with product development or discontinue certain projects based on market conditions, financial projections, and strategic goals Analyze competitors and market dynamics to inform forecasting models and strategic decisions Develop an objective point of view of brand strategy by integrating insights across multiple functions and capability areas Leverage communication and interpersonal skills to influence leadership on recommended course of action Quantify uncertainty through the use of scenario planning and advanced simulation models (e.g. Monte Carlo analysis, statistical trending) Create and deliver effective presentations that are transparent and articulate all key variables in the forecast, ensuring clarity and comprehensive understanding for stakeholders involved in decision-making processes Collaborate with the broader CD&A (Commercial Data & Analytics) organization to integrate comprehensive insights and analytics knowledge into the development and refinement of forecasts. This collaboration aims to enhance the depth and accuracy of forecasts by leveraging a broad spectrum of insights across the organization Drive productivity and efficiency, streamlining forecasting processes where possible Flexible Commuter role to the Deerfield, IL or Thousand Oaks, CA office. This role will require someone to be in the office Tuesdays and Wednesdays. This role is an exciting opportunity for an experienced professional to contribute significantly to the Biosimilars and Rare Disease pipeline assets and play a crucial part in crafting global forecasting strategies. What we expect of you We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The forecasting professional we seek is a collaborator with these qualifications. Basic Qualifications: Doctorate degree and 2 years of Pharma/Biotech forecasting, demand planning, or supply chain management experience OR Masters degree and 4 years of Pharma/Biotech forecasting, demand planning, or supply chain management experience OR Bachelors degree and 6 years of Pharma/Biotech forecasting, demand planning, or supply chain management experience OR Associates degree and 10 years of Pharma/Biotech forecasting, demand planning, or supply chain management experience OR High school diploma / GED and 12 years of Pharma/Biotech forecasting, demand planning, or supply chain management experience Preferred Qualifications: Ability to quickly establish credibility with and influence ED/VP level staff 6 years of forecasting, market research, or business analytics experience in the biopharmaceutical or healthcare industries Oral, written, and presentation skills to explain complex concepts and controversial findings clearly to a variety of audiences, including senior management Strong project management skillsable to organize and complete multiple projects efficiently and on time Demonstrated analytical skills combined with a client service orientation Ability to work collaboratively in a team-based environment Demonstrated ability to think strategically to support key business decisions Understanding of the latest developments in the biopharmaceutical industry, and unmet medical needs and opportunities across various therapeutic areas Experience with advanced spreadsheets, patient based forecast modeling including dynamic patient flow models Experience with quantitative techniques including smoothing, regression, time series analysis, and simulation Working knowledge of forecasting inputs and structure, global access and reimbursement policies, competitive environment and potential impact on product development and commercialization strategy Broad, working knowledge of commonly used biopharmaceutical industry databases such as IQVIA, Symphony Health, Flatiron, EMR, Optum, Truven, McKesson, DRG and other large datasets that require custom analysis and evaluation. What you can expect of us As we work to develop treatments that take care of others, we also work to care for our teammates professional and personal growth and well-being. Amgen offers a Total Rewards Plan comprising health and welfare plans for staff and eligible dependents, financial plans with opportunities to save towards retirement or other goals, work/life balance, and career development opportunities including: 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, or for field sales representatives, a sales-based incentive plan Stock-based long-term incentives Award-winning time-off plans and bi-annual company-wide shutdowns Flexible work models, including remote work arrangements, where possible Apply now for a career that defies imagination Objects in your future are closer than they appear. Join us. careers.amgen.com Amgen is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider you without regard to your race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

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