Analytics & Intelligence - Lead Analyst

At Roche you can show up as yourself, embraced for the unique qualities you bring. Our culture encourages personal expression, open dialogue, and genuine connections,  where you are valued, accepted and respected for who you are, allowing you to thrive both personally and professionally. This is how we aim to prevent, stop and cure diseases and ensure everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come. Join Roche, where every voice matters.

The Position

Roche has established the Global Analytics and Technology Center of Excellence (GATE) to drive analytics and technology-driven solutions by partnering with Roche affiliates across the globe.

As an Analytics & Intelligence - Lead Analyst, you will collaborate closely with the Digital, Data & Advanced Analytics team based in the US, Therapy Areas Insights Directors, Forecasters, Ecosystem Insights Leads, and the broader GATE team. Your primary responsibility will be to deliver forecasting-related solutions, advanced analytics, and actionable insights that support strategic priorities, aiming for the greatest impact on customers and patients.

The Opportunity

• Lead and execute complex projects focusing on Pharma commercial operations, including Forecasting, Brand Performance, Patient Journeys, Product Launch Support, and Marketing ROI analysis.
• Collaborate with Therapy Area forecasting teams to ensure alignment and data-driven decision-making.
• Develop and maintain short- and long-term forecast models, integrating the latest data and assumptions.
• Lead forecasting and business planning processes for assigned work streams.
• Identify and address key business issues affecting forecasts, incorporating competitive intelligence, market research, and access results.
• Act as a thought partner for stakeholders by leading discussions and delivering high-quality insights and recommendations.
• Effectively communicate key insights via impactful presentations to influence strategic decisions.
• Mentor and train junior team members, helping to develop technical and Pharma-specific domain knowledge.
• Lead discussions and coordinate with internal GATE teams and stakeholders, ensuring seamless project delivery.
• Take an enterprise-focused approach, aligning individual tasks with broader organizational goals to drive both business and patient impact.
• Attend cross-time zone meetings (IST/PST overlap) to ensure smooth coordination and delivery.

Who You Are

• Educational Background:

  • Bachelor's degree in Technology or a relevant field (preferred fields include Computer Science, Software Engineering, Statistics, Data Science, AI, Machine Learning, Data Engineering).
  • Over 4 years of experience in Forecasting or Data Analytics, with 4-5+ years working on Pharma/Biotech/Healthcare-related forecasting projects.
  • Certifications in analytics, data science, or related areas are a plus.

• Technical Skills:

  • Hands-on proficiency with SQL and at least one programming language such as Python, R, or SAS.
  • Strong expertise with Excel, Pharma Forecasting modeling, and varied forecasting methodologies.
  • Experience with Dataiku DSS and understanding of AI/ML capabilities is advantageous.
  • Skilled in working with secondary datasets like IQVIA Sales, 867 data, LAAD Claims, affiliations, and medical data (required).

• Industry Knowledge:

  • Exposure to therapeutic areas such as oncology, neurology, and immunology.
  • Demonstrated ability to translate complex data and analytics into actionable, data-informed business strategies.

• Key Competencies:

  • Strong presentation and communication skills with proven experience in influencing stakeholder decision-making through concise and impactful insights.
  • Excellent project leadership and cross-functional coordination skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities, with a focus on delivering business and patient value.
  • Willingness to travel internationally for key strategic meetings as required (having a valid U.S. business visa [B1/B2] is a strong advantage).

If you are an experienced analytics professional with a strong background in SQL and programming languages and aspire to create a measurable impact in patient care through data-driven insights, this is your opportunity to join our GATE team and contribute to transforming healthcare globally.

Relocation benefits are not available for this job posting.

Who we are

A healthier future drives us to innovate. Together, more than 100’000 employees across the globe are dedicated to advance science, ensuring everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come. Our efforts result in more than 26 million people treated with our medicines and over 30 billion tests conducted using our Diagnostics products. We empower each other to explore new possibilities, foster creativity, and keep our ambitions high, so we can deliver life-changing healthcare solutions that make a global impact.

Let’s build a healthier future, together.