Global / US Senior Director, Insights, Analytics & Forecasting

About this role

At AstraZeneca we turn ideas into life changing medicines. Working here means being entrepreneurial, thinking big and working together to make the impossible a reality. We’re focused on the potential of science to address the unmet needs of patients around the world. We commit to those areas where we think we can really change the course of medicine.

Role Summary  

The Global / US Senior Director, Insights, Analytics & Forecasting leads an integrated   function that shapes strategy, quantifies   opportunities   and   risks, and drives better   business   decisions   across the   TA / brand   portfolio.  

The   role brings together   Business Insights, Advanced Analytics and Forecasting to provide a clear   external   perspective, evaluate   strategic choices, and   support   forward-looking business planning.  

It combines analytical depth, executive influence and transformational leadership to turn insight into action, strengthen performance, and build future-ready capability through AI, digital   innovation   and talent development.  

Team Overview  

This role leads the US and Global   TA / brand   Insights, Analytics & Forecasting team,   including   Business   Insights , Advanced Analytics and Forecasting specialists.  

The team is accountable for:  

• Provide   an externally anchored view of markets,   patients   and competitors  

• Turn data into clear strategic choices and business recommendations  

• Quantify opportunities and risks through forecasting and scenario planning  

• Embed AI,   automation   and digital capability to improve speed and impact  

As a strategic partner to Commercial VPs and cross-functional leaders, this role ensures   insights drive   portfolio strategy and in-market execution.  

Key Responsibilities  

1. Lead the Integrated IA&F Function  

• Lead Insights, Analytics and Forecasting as one integrated organisation with clear accountability and strong delivery  

• Build a high-performing team and develop future leaders across all three capability areas  

• Set effective operating models and ways of working across Global and US teams  

2. Shape Strategy and Business Decisions  

• Generate an externally anchored point of view on markets,   patients   and competitors  

• Turn insights into strategic choices that shape portfolio,   brand   and investment decisions  

• Ensure the function delivers measurable business impact    

3. Advance Analytics,   AI   and Forecasting  

• Use advanced analytics, forecasting and AI-enabled approaches to quantify opportunities and guide decisions  

• Apply rigorous scenario planning,   experimentation   and data-driven evaluation  

• Translate complex outputs into clear recommendations for senior leaders    

4. Connect Global and US Execution  

• Align enterprise priorities with US market realities  

• Ensure consistent insight generation while adapting to regional needs  

• Partner across Commercial, Medical, Finance and Market Access to support execution    

5. Build Capability and Lead Transformation  

• Modernise the function through AI,   automation   and scalable data products  

• Build organisational agility,   experimentation   and digital fluency  

• Coach leaders, strengthen the talent pipeline and lead change effectively  

Essential Requirements  

• Bachelor’s degree in science,   business   or a related field  

• Significant pharmaceutical industry experience, including commercial strategy, insights,   analytics   or forecasting  

• Proven leadership of multi-disciplinary teams across Insights, Analytics and Forecasting  

• Strong strategic thinking, business   acumen   and ability to shape portfolio and brand decisions  

• Track record   of influencing senior stakeholders and translating analysis into action  

• Experience leading change, transformation and capability building at scale  

• Experience with AI-enabled analytics, digital   tools   and modern data ecosystems  

• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to simplify complexity and develop others  

Desirable  

• Advanced degree such as an MBA,   PhD   or equivalent  

• Experience across both Global and US markets  

• Experience leading digital or organisational transformation  

• Experience across one or more therapeutic areas and/or brands  

When we put unexpected teams in the same room, we unleash bold thinking with the power to inspire life-changing medicines. In-person working gives us the platform we need to connect, work at pace and challenge perceptions. That's why we work, on average, a minimum of three days per week from the office. But that doesn't mean we're not flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility. Join us in our unique and ambitious world.   AstraZeneca offers an environment where diversity is our strength, reflecting the variety of patients we serve. Here, you'll find a place for continuous learning, exchanging knowledge, and building best practices to grow your career. With a fusion of support, trust, and agility, you'll be encouraged to bring your whole self to work and embrace all the investment, feedback, and ample opportunities on offer. It's an exciting time for our team as we redefine the future of healthcare.   Ready to jump in and be part of something extraordinary? Apply now and take the next step in your career journey with AstraZeneca!

The annual base pay for this position ranges from $218,329 to $327,494. Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours. Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.  In addition, our positions offer a short-term incentive bonus opportunity; eligibility to participate in our equity-based long-term incentive program (salaried roles), to receive a retirement contribution (hourly roles), and commission pay

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