SeniorManager-BC sector LS-Commercial analytics

EY GDS Consulting – Senior Manager, Commercial Analytics (Life Sciences)

The opportunity

At EY GDS, you will be part of a globally connected team that helps clients shape the future with confidence through data, analytics and technology-enabled transformation. As a Senior Manager in Commercial Analytics within our Life Sciences practice, you will lead high-impact, client-focused analytics engagements that translate complex commercial questions into actionable insights. You will work across areas such as brand strategy, launch readiness, forecasting, omnichannel effectiveness, market access and sales force effectiveness, while partnering with cross-functional stakeholders to drive measurable business outcomes. This role is ideal for a seasoned analytics leader who combines deep life sciences domain expertise with strong consulting, storytelling and team leadership capabilities.

Your key responsibilities

• Lead complex commercial analytics engagements for life sciences clients, delivering insight-led solutions across brand performance, launch readiness, forecasting, omnichannel effectiveness, market access and field force effectiveness.
• Partner with client and internal stakeholders across Commercial, Marketing, Market Access, Finance, Medical and leadership teams to frame business questions, define analytical approaches and shape strategic decisions.
• Build and enhance forecasting models, scenario analyses and performance management frameworks that support both launch and in-market decision-making.
• Synthesize diverse data sources including sales, claims, prescription, patient-level, CRM, digital engagement and syndicated data into clear, actionable recommendations.
• Translate analytical findings into compelling executive-level stories, presentations and dashboards that influence senior stakeholders and support client outcomes.
• Identify growth opportunities, commercial risks, access barriers, competitive trends and performance drivers across brands, portfolios and therapeutic areas.
• Drive innovation through automation, dashboarding and scalable self-service analytics solutions that improve decision speed, transparency and business impact.
• Promote strong analytical rigor, data governance and quality standards to ensure consistency, compliance and trust in outputs.
• Lead, coach and develop high-performing teams, fostering collaboration, continuous learning and consulting excellence within a global delivery environment.
• Manage multiple workstreams in a fast-paced, matrixed setting while building trusted relationships and contributing to practice growth and delivery excellence.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Pharmacy, Statistics, Economics, Business, Engineering, Data Science, or a related discipline; Master’s degree preferred.
• 13+ years of relevant experience in commercial analytics, business analytics, forecasting, insights, or commercial operations within pharmaceutical, biotech, healthcare, or life sciences organizations.
• Strong experience supporting launch planning, sales and marketing analytics, patient analytics, and/or market access analytics.
• Proven expertise in working with pharmaceutical and healthcare datasets such as claims, prescription, CRM, specialty pharmacy, hub, formulary, or syndicated market data.
• Demonstrated ability to influence senior stakeholders and operate as a trusted analytics partner to commercial leadership.
• Experience leading high-performing analytics teams, including coaching, performance management, and capability building.
• Strong understanding of the life sciences commercial model, including patient flow, access, competition, forecasting assumptions, and field execution.

Technical Skills

• Advanced proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, SQL, and at least one BI/data visualization platform such as Tableau or Power BI.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with experience in forecasting, segmentation, KPI design, dashboarding, and performance analytics.
• Working knowledge of statistical methods, scenario modelling, and advanced analytics approaches; familiarity with Python, R, Alteryx, Dataiku, or similar tools is an advantage.
• Experience integrating data from multiple internal and external sources to build scalable analytics solutions.
• Knowledge of CRM and commercial platforms such as Veeva, Salesforce, or similar ecosystems is preferred.

Leadership Competencies

• Strategic thinker with the ability to connect analytics outputs to business impact.
• Excellent communication and storytelling skills, with the ability to simplify complex data for diverse audiences.
• Strong stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• High ownership, attention to detail, and ability to balance strategic priorities with execution.
• Adaptable, team-oriented leader who thrives in ambiguity and drives continuous improvement.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience supporting new product launches, specialty brands, or multi-brand portfolios in life sciences is highly desirable. Exposure to omnichannel analytics, incentive compensation, market research integration, and AI-enabled analytics solutions will be an added advantage. Experience working in global or matrixed organizations and partnering with offshore/onshore teams is also preferred.