28 Oct
ASTRAZENECA PHARMA INDIA
Bengaluru
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Location: Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
Job ID: R-235884
Date posted: 27/10/2025
Job Title Associate Forecasting Platform Administration Career Level C2
Location: Manyata Tech Park, Bangalore
Shift: 2 PM - 11 PM IST, Hybrid (3 days a week in office)
Experience required: 3 to 5 years.
About AstraZeneca:
AstraZeneca is a global, science-led, patient-focused biopharmaceutical company that focuses on the discovery, development, and commercialization of prescription medicines for some of the worlds most serious diseases. But were more than one of the worlds leading pharmaceutical companies. At AstraZeneca, were dedicated to being a Great Place to Work.
Who we are:
The Global Business Service (GBS)
team sits within Finance at AstraZeneca and is a dynamic and results-oriented environment and provides a range of enterprise-wide services. We dare to change the way we work by freeing up the business to push the boundaries of science to deliver life-changing medicines. We aim to do this by freeing up time, freeing up money, protecting AZs value, and providing new capabilities.
What we do:
A trusted partner to the business, were on a mission to make AstraZeneca more agile, efficient, and effective. Through our hybrid model of in-house delivery centers and service towers across the globe, were reimagining how we work. Here we drive new ways of working and operating models, process simplification, and innovative solutions, whilst ensuring that automation and data is at the heart of everything.
How we do it:
Be part of a team building a community. We interact with diverse cultures and perspectives and are united by our sense of belonging. This is the place to learn and grow together.
Why we love it:
As a growing multinational company, theres so much potential to develop.
Embrace opportunities at a global business thats facing new and varied challenges. This is the place to build an exemplary, international CV.
A fun place to be, were creating community hubs that build partnerships, not just working relationships.
Were on an exciting journey to take our team to the next stage. This is the place to leave a legacy behind.
About the role:
The Forecast Platform Specialist works closely with the GCS Forecasting CoE/ GIBEx/ GA&I; teams as well as the Platform vendor team in deploying the cloud-based forecasting platform. This involves integrating existing Excel-based forecast models onto the platform and generating related automated visualizations on the Platform. This role also offers a unique opportunity to collaborate, onboard, and train forecasting team members to the Platform.
This role requires in-depth understanding of the forecast inputs/outputs/calculations while maintaining the correct taxonomy and partnering with the Platform Admin to update the same as required (could also include getting the necessary approvals for taxonomy updates). This role includes a myriad of responsibilities, some of the key ones are highlighted below.
Key Responsibilities:
- Onboarding new/updated sections of/entire forecast models onto the platform
- Updating/Creating new BI/PowerPoint reports using the Platforms reporting solution
- Setting up new OSS data pipelines
- Own new taxonomy adds/updates and partner with the GIBEx/GA&I; leads for approval of the same and with the Platform admin for execution of the updates
- Own the synonym list (together with the IP&C;) and collaborate with the Platform admin for execution of the same
- Conducting the UAT process for any version upgrades of the platform to validate platform functionalities
- Provide training to current users and offer solutions to implementation-related challenges to ensure smooth adoption
- Provide feedback on the enhancements and optimizations of the features
Educational requirements:
- Bachelors Degree in relevant field BPharm, B.E., BSc, BBA
Experience:
- Excellent Excel skills
- In-depth understanding of basic forecasting principles and their application
- Familiarity with different types of forecasting patient-based/trending-based/patient-flow based, etc.
- Strong written and verbal communication
- Experience working with other BI platforms/strong PowerPoint skills and basic visualization skills
Preferred:
- Advanced degree preferred (e.g., PhD, MBA, Masters)
- Knowledge and experience in sophisticated statistical forecast methodologies and applied AI/ML/automation
- Experience working with Power Apps, specifically PowerBI
- Analytical and Problem-solving skills
WHY JOIN US?
Were a network of ambitious self-starters who contribute to something far bigger. We enable AstraZeneca to perform at its peak by delivering best-in-class technology and data solutions.
Were not afraid to take ownership and run with it. Empowered with unrivalled freedom. Put simply, its because we make a significant impact. Everything we do matters.
SO, WHATS NEXT?
Are you already envisioning yourself joining our team? Good, because wed love to hear from you! Click the link to apply, and well be in touch as soon as we can.
WHERE CAN I FIND OUT MORE?
Our Social Media, Follow AstraZeneca on LinkedIn
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
Date Posted: 28-Oct-2025
Closing Date: 03-Nov-2025
AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates,
regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.
📌 Associate Forecasting Platform Specialist at AstraZeneca (Bengaluru)
🏢 ASTRAZENECA PHARMA INDIA
📍 Bengaluru
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