Work as Forecasting Platform Specialist Associate at AstraZeneca

AstraZeneca is a global, science-led, patient-focused biopharmaceutical company that focuses on the discovery, development and commercialization of prescription medicines for some of the world’s most serious diseases. But we’re more than one of the world’s leading pharmaceutical companies.

Post : Forecasting Platform Specialist Associate

Job Description
About the role
The Forecast Platform Specialist works closely with the GCS Forecasting CoE/ GIBEx/ GA&I teams as well as the Platform vendor team in deploying the cloud-based forecasting platform. This involves integrating existing Excel based forecast models onto the platform and generating related automated visualizations on the Platform. This role also offers unique opportunity to collaborate, onboard and train forecasting team members to the Platform. This role requires in-depth understanding of the forecast inputs/ outputs / calculations, while maintaining the correct taxonomy and partnering with the Platform Admin to update the same as required (could also include getting the necessary approvals for taxonomy updates). This role includes a myriad of responsibilities, some of the key ones are highlighted below.

Key Responsibilities :
• Onboarding new/ updated sections of/ entire forecast models on to the platform
• Updating/ Creating new BI/ PowerPoint reports using Platform’s reporting solution
• Setting up new OSS data pipelines
• Own new taxonomy adds/ updates and partner with the GIBEx/ GA&I leads for approval of the same and with the Platform admin for execution of the updates
• Own synonym list (together with the IP&C) and collaborate with the Platform admin for execution of the same
• Conducting the UAT process for any version upgrades of the platform to validate platform functionalities
• Provide training to new users, and offer solutions to implementation-related challenges to ensure smooth adoption
• Provide feedback on the enhancements and optimizations of the features

Candidate Profile
• Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field – BPharm, B.E., BSc, BBA
• Excellent Excel skills
• In-depth understanding of basic forecasting principles and their application
• Familiarity with different types of forecasting – patient based/ trending based/ patient-flow based etc.
• Strong written and verbal communication
• Experience working with other BI platforms/ strong Power Point skills and basic visualization skills
• Advanced degree preferred (e.g., PhD, MBA, Masters)
• Knowledge and experience in sophisticated statistical forecast methodologies and applied AI / ML / automation
• Experience working with Power Apps, specifically PowerBI
• Analytical and Problem-solving skills

Additional Information
Experience : 3-5 years
Qualification : BPharm, B.E., BSc, BBA
Location : Bangalore
Industry Type : Pharma/ Healthcare/ Clinical research
End Date : September 30, 2025