Director, Global Forecasting, US - JOB ID: 1560

Description

Ascendis Pharma is a fast-growing biopharmaceutical company with locations in Denmark, United States, Germany, United Kingdom, Italy, Spain, and France. Guided by our core values of Patients, Science, and Passion, we are applying our innovative TransCon technology platform to build a leading, fully integrated biopharmaceutical company. We have a diverse pipeline designed to make a meaningful difference for patients. The Director of Global Forecasting, US will be responsible for the generation, analysis, tracking and dissemination of the US commercial forecasts, using market trends and key parameters, ensuring accuracy and alignment with business objectives that enable impactful decision-making.

The Director will report into the Sr. Director of Global Forecasting, and be based in Princeton, NJ in a hybrid model and will be heavily integrated with US business leadership. This role will have three main areas of focus:

Forecasting Leadership & Analysis:

Lead the development and management of the US patient and revenue forecasts across the product portfolio, ensuring accuracy and alignment with industry standards. Analyze market data, competitor information, and other factors to inform and adjust forecasts.

Cross-Functional Collaboration & Communication:

Collaborate with various internal teams (e.g., Marketing, Finance, Supply Chain, Others) to ensure alignment of forecasts. Provide updates on market dynamics and collaborate with Global Forecasting teams to maintain consistent and accurate forecasts.

Strategic Insights & Process Improvement:

Present insights and forecast results to senior leadership, providing recommendations to drive business strategy. Continuously review forecasting methodologies and processes for improvement, applying industry best practices to enhance forecasting capabilities.

Requirements

The ideal candidate will be a highly analytical and strategic thinker with at least 10-years of experience and a proven track record in revenue forecasting, ideally within the pharmaceutical or healthcare industry.

Specific skills include:

Exceptional data analysis skills with a deep understanding of market trends, competitor landscapes, and regulatory changes
Strong communicator with experience presenting complex insights to senior leadership
Proven ability to collaborate cross-functionally with teams
Proactive, detail-oriented, and skilled in identifying risks and opportunities
Continuous improvement mindset, focused on enhancing forecasting methodologies and processes
Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders across the organization
Adaptable to a fast-changing business environment
Knowledge of industry best practices in forecasting, with a passion for leveraging new tools and technologies to improve efficiency
Background in market analysis or forecasting, particularly within the US market
Strong understanding of financial and operational aspects of forecasting

Place of work:

Princeton, NJ. Hybrid model with an expectation of three days each week in-office for coordination and collaborative purposes.

All applications must be submitted in English and are treated confidentially. Applications will be evaluated when received, so please apply as soon as possible. For more details about the position or the company, please contact Theresa Brown, Senior Director Global Forecasting / thbr@ascendispharma.com or Penney Busichio, Talent Acquisition Partner / pybo@ascendispharma.com or visit our website www.ascendispharma.com.

A note to recruiters:

We do not allow external search party solicitation. Presentation of candidates without written permission from the Ascendis Pharma Inc Human Resources team (specifically from: Talent Acquisition Partner or Human Resources Director) is not allowed. If this occurs your ownership of these candidates will not be acknowledged.

Benefits

401(k) plan with company match
Medical, dental, and vision plans
Company-offered Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) insurance
Company-provided short and long-term disability benefits
Unique offerings of Pet Insurance and Legal Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Discounts
Professional Development
Health Saving Account (HSA)
Flexible Spending Accounts
Various incentive compensation plans
Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
Mental Health resources
Paid leave benefits for new parents

Life at Ascendis Pharma

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