Director of US Forecasting & Market Research - Job ID: 1809

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 US Forecasting and Market Research will be responsible for the generation, analysis, tracking and dissemination of the US commercial forecasts for a multi-product portfolio, using market trends and key parameters, ensuring accuracy and alignment with business objectives that enable impactful decision-making.

The Director will report to the Sr. Director of US Forecasting and Market Research, and be based in Princeton, NJ in a hybrid model and will be heavily integrated with US business leadership. 

This role will have four 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. Partner with the broader US Analytics & Commercial Operations team and USBU cross-functional partners to analyze market data, competitor information, and other factors to inform and adjust both the near-term and long-range forecasts. 

Primary Market Research & Insights:

• Lead the market research and insights gathering efforts supporting the US market. Research modalities may include ATU surveys, focus groups, competitive intelligence, and collection of qualitative field insights

Cross-Functional Collaboration & Communication: 

• Collaborate with various internal teams (e.g., Marketing, Access, Finance, Global) to ensure alignment of US product forecasts and driving strategic decision making across the US Business Unit. Provide updates on market dynamics and collaborate with Global Forecasting teams to maintain consistent and accurate forecasts and performance reporting. 

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 8 years of experience and a proven track record in revenue forecasting, ideally within the pharmaceutical or healthcare industry.  

Specific skills include: 

• Extensive experience with building long range patient-based forecasting models and utilizing trends-based forecasting to reconcile strategic drivers for near-term performance
• Experience with designing, executing, and synthesizing key primary research efforts, ATU surveys, and other qualitative and quantitative modalities
• 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. 

For more details about the position or the company, please contact Penney Busichio, Talent Acquisition Partner / [email protected] or visit our website www.ascendispharma.com. 

All applications must be submitted in English and are treated confidentially. 

Applications will be evaluated when received, so please apply as soon as possible. 

The estimated salary range for this position is $210,000 to $230,000.  Actual salary determination is dependent on a variety of factors some of which include: experience, qualifications, and geographic location.  This position may be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus or an incentive compensation plan (eligibility varies based on role and position level), discretionary stock-based long-term incentives, paid time off, and a comprehensive benefits package.

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 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