Acadia Pharmaceuticals Inc.
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Join to apply for the Manager Forecasting role at Acadia Pharmaceuticals Inc. Position Summary
As the Manager, Forecasting, you will be responsible for providing forecasting support to the commercial organization for either Acadia’s neuroscience or rare disease franchise, in close collaboration with Sales, Marketing, Patient Service, Finance, Manufacturing, and other functions. In this role, you will help establish realistic and accurate product performance expectations rooted in forecasting techniques, critical thinking, and sound judgement. This includes developing annual budget forecasts, latest estimates, long-range planning, and situational assessment. You will incorporate relevant insights including historical product performance, analogs performance, market dynamics, market research findings, and current company initiatives when developing forecasts. This position requires a high level of forecasting and analytics capability, effective cross-functional collaboration, and clear communication across management levels. The ideal candidate is high-energy, detail-oriented, and self-motivated, with a demonstrated focus on customer service, execution excellence, and strong problem-solving abilities. Primary Responsibilities
Responsible for supporting global forecasting efforts by working with commercial leadership (US, Canada and EU), brand/franchise leads, patient services and finance to develop multi-year monthly patient, unit, and revenue forecasts for products within the neuroscience or rare disease franchise, by leveraging historical product performance trends, primary/secondary market insights, and soliciting team inputs. Provide demand (patients on product, shipments, and units) and revenue estimates for month-end, quarter-end, and year-end performance to commercial leadership, executive team, brand leads, finance, and investor relations groups. Design, build and maintain accurate, actionable, and evidence-based forecasting models and predictive methodologies/analytics. Identify and incorporate novel forecast approaches and methodologies to advance the forecast function at Acadia. Maintain financial and manufacturing forecasts on a monthly cycle, and annually revise the long-range forecast, in partnership with Finance, Marketing, Manufacturing, and Managed Markets. Perform in-depth data analysis to build a robust assumptions library and forecast inputs. Monitor forecast accuracy and quantify impact of assumption differences; suggest corrective actions as appropriate. Present and defend forecast approach, methodology, assumptions, and outputs to multiple levels of management. Collaborate with Commercial Analysis, Insights and Operations peers on modeling, data and market research needs, communicating issues, and responding to requests from senior leadership. Ensure all forecasting activities are conducted in accordance with financial and ethical compliance guidelines. Other responsibilities as assigned. Education/Experience/Skills
Bachelor’s degree in business administration, marketing, finance or related field; MS/MBA preferred. An equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be considered. Targeting 5+ years in Commercial or Sales Operations with at least 2 years’ experience in forecasting in the pharmaceutical and/or life sciences industry. Must possess: Proven experience in using various analytical and forecasting methodologies that leverage historical product demand, primary and secondary research insights along with team inputs to design, build, and maintain accurate forecasting models using MS Excel and/or other forecasting applications. Strong understanding of forecasting methodologies (including EPI and historical trend approaches) and quantitative techniques needed to produce accurate product launch and in-line forecasts. Demonstrated advanced modeling skills using MS Excel, and/or forecasting/statistical modeling software, along with reporting applications. Excellent analytical reasoning, financial acumen, and problem-solving capabilities with demonstrated abilities to think creatively and strategically to solve business questions. Excellent interpersonal and collaborative skills, with the ability to interact with all levels of management and cross-functional teams. Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to present at the executive level and to dive into details. Physical Requirements
This role involves regular standing, walking, sitting, and the use of hands for handling or operating equipment. The employee may also need to reach, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and maintain visual, verbal, and auditory communication in a standard office environment and while working independently from remote locations. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. This position requires the ability to travel independently overnight and/or work after hours as required by travel schedules or business needs. Compensation and Benefits
In addition to a competitive base salary, this position is eligible for discretionary bonus and equity awards based on factors such as individual and organizational performance. Salary range: $97,000—$121,400 USD. Competitive base, bonus, new hire and ongoing equity packages Medical, dental, and vision insurance Employer-paid life, disability, business travel and EAP coverage 401(k) Plan with a fully vested company match 1:1 up to 5% Employee Stock Purchase Plan with a 2-year purchase price lock-in 15+ vacation days 13-15 paid holidays, including office closure between December 24 and January 1 10 days of paid sick time Paid parental leave benefit Tuition assistance EEO Statement
Acadia is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workforce and encourage applications from qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or other status protected by law. Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities. For accommodation requests, please contact talentacquisition@acadia-pharm.com or 858-261-2923. Please note that reasonable accommodations granted during the recruiting process are not guaranteed to be the same accommodations provided after employment. California, Canadian, and European Economic Area/UK/Serbia residents should refer to our privacy policy for additional information.
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Join to apply for the Manager Forecasting role at Acadia Pharmaceuticals Inc. Position Summary
As the Manager, Forecasting, you will be responsible for providing forecasting support to the commercial organization for either Acadia’s neuroscience or rare disease franchise, in close collaboration with Sales, Marketing, Patient Service, Finance, Manufacturing, and other functions. In this role, you will help establish realistic and accurate product performance expectations rooted in forecasting techniques, critical thinking, and sound judgement. This includes developing annual budget forecasts, latest estimates, long-range planning, and situational assessment. You will incorporate relevant insights including historical product performance, analogs performance, market dynamics, market research findings, and current company initiatives when developing forecasts. This position requires a high level of forecasting and analytics capability, effective cross-functional collaboration, and clear communication across management levels. The ideal candidate is high-energy, detail-oriented, and self-motivated, with a demonstrated focus on customer service, execution excellence, and strong problem-solving abilities. Primary Responsibilities
Responsible for supporting global forecasting efforts by working with commercial leadership (US, Canada and EU), brand/franchise leads, patient services and finance to develop multi-year monthly patient, unit, and revenue forecasts for products within the neuroscience or rare disease franchise, by leveraging historical product performance trends, primary/secondary market insights, and soliciting team inputs. Provide demand (patients on product, shipments, and units) and revenue estimates for month-end, quarter-end, and year-end performance to commercial leadership, executive team, brand leads, finance, and investor relations groups. Design, build and maintain accurate, actionable, and evidence-based forecasting models and predictive methodologies/analytics. Identify and incorporate novel forecast approaches and methodologies to advance the forecast function at Acadia. Maintain financial and manufacturing forecasts on a monthly cycle, and annually revise the long-range forecast, in partnership with Finance, Marketing, Manufacturing, and Managed Markets. Perform in-depth data analysis to build a robust assumptions library and forecast inputs. Monitor forecast accuracy and quantify impact of assumption differences; suggest corrective actions as appropriate. Present and defend forecast approach, methodology, assumptions, and outputs to multiple levels of management. Collaborate with Commercial Analysis, Insights and Operations peers on modeling, data and market research needs, communicating issues, and responding to requests from senior leadership. Ensure all forecasting activities are conducted in accordance with financial and ethical compliance guidelines. Other responsibilities as assigned. Education/Experience/Skills
Bachelor’s degree in business administration, marketing, finance or related field; MS/MBA preferred. An equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be considered. Targeting 5+ years in Commercial or Sales Operations with at least 2 years’ experience in forecasting in the pharmaceutical and/or life sciences industry. Must possess: Proven experience in using various analytical and forecasting methodologies that leverage historical product demand, primary and secondary research insights along with team inputs to design, build, and maintain accurate forecasting models using MS Excel and/or other forecasting applications. Strong understanding of forecasting methodologies (including EPI and historical trend approaches) and quantitative techniques needed to produce accurate product launch and in-line forecasts. Demonstrated advanced modeling skills using MS Excel, and/or forecasting/statistical modeling software, along with reporting applications. Excellent analytical reasoning, financial acumen, and problem-solving capabilities with demonstrated abilities to think creatively and strategically to solve business questions. Excellent interpersonal and collaborative skills, with the ability to interact with all levels of management and cross-functional teams. Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to present at the executive level and to dive into details. Physical Requirements
This role involves regular standing, walking, sitting, and the use of hands for handling or operating equipment. The employee may also need to reach, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and maintain visual, verbal, and auditory communication in a standard office environment and while working independently from remote locations. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. This position requires the ability to travel independently overnight and/or work after hours as required by travel schedules or business needs. Compensation and Benefits
In addition to a competitive base salary, this position is eligible for discretionary bonus and equity awards based on factors such as individual and organizational performance. Salary range: $97,000—$121,400 USD. Competitive base, bonus, new hire and ongoing equity packages Medical, dental, and vision insurance Employer-paid life, disability, business travel and EAP coverage 401(k) Plan with a fully vested company match 1:1 up to 5% Employee Stock Purchase Plan with a 2-year purchase price lock-in 15+ vacation days 13-15 paid holidays, including office closure between December 24 and January 1 10 days of paid sick time Paid parental leave benefit Tuition assistance EEO Statement
Acadia is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workforce and encourage applications from qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or other status protected by law. Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities. For accommodation requests, please contact talentacquisition@acadia-pharm.com or 858-261-2923. Please note that reasonable accommodations granted during the recruiting process are not guaranteed to be the same accommodations provided after employment. California, Canadian, and European Economic Area/UK/Serbia residents should refer to our privacy policy for additional information.
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