Assoc. Dir , Strategic Forecasting

Job Summary

Merck is seeking an Associate Director, Strategic Forecasting in Rahway, Union County, US. This senior role develops strategic product forecasts, turns data into actionable insights and partners with cross‑functional teams to drive marketing strategy.

Key Responsibilities

• Create and maintain quantitative forecasts for assigned products and therapeutic indications.
• Analyze market trends, competitive intelligence, and payer data to identify growth opportunities.
• Translate forecast results into clear business recommendations and present findings to senior leadership.
• Collaborate closely with Market Research, Data Science, Payer Analytics, and Commercial teams to ensure alignment across functions.
• Develop scenario models to support strategic planning, budgeting and resource allocation.
• Monitor forecast accuracy, conduct variance analysis and continuously improve forecasting methodologies.
• Lead a small team of analysts, providing mentorship and fostering a data‑driven culture.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, Statistics, Life Sciences or related field; advanced degree preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in strategic forecasting, market analytics or commercial planning within the pharmaceutical/biotech industry.
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Excel, statistical software (e.g., SAS, R, Python) and data visualization tools.
• Excellent communication and storytelling ability to convey complex data to non‑technical audiences.
• Proven track record of influencing cross‑functional decision‑making.

Compensation

Base salary: $180,915.5 annually.

Location

Rahway, Union County, United States.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does an Associate Director, Strategic Forecasting do at Merck?

You will develop quantitative forecasts for product portfolios, analyze market and payer data, and translate insights into strategic recommendations for the commercial team.

What qualifications are required for this role?

A bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (advanced degree preferred) and at least 5 years of forecasting or market analytics experience in pharma/biotech.

Where is the position located and what is the salary?

The role is based in Rahway, Union County, US, with a base salary of $180,915.5 per year.