Product Analyst (St. Louis County)

SUMMARY OF POSITION :

The Product Analyst will support the Generics business by reporting on and analyzing sales and inventory, pricing and contract data, and external market data. This position will manage demand forecasting, new business opportunities, and work with the team on allocation direction to ensure products are available to meet customer needs. This role will conduct analyses to understand demand trends and market events, determine market share and understand competitive activity, and assess alignment with production plans. It will interface with Product Management Leadership, National Accounts, Commercial Analytics, Supply Chain, and other groups to understand product sales targets and tactical plans and the data needed to monitor and assess performance.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

• Develops and manages weekly reports to communicate insights from Demand Trends, Supply Plans and Forecast Accuracy.
• Manages Failure to Supply, Market Notifications & works cross functionally on allocation direction.
• Conduct routine and ad-hoc analysis of performance against commercial goals by evaluating market share, outbound and contract sales volumes, and product and customer mix. Draw conclusions and make recommendations to support product decision making.
• Develop demand forecasts through collection and analysis of data from various internal and external sources; assess product opportunities and risks and incorporate them into the demand plan.
• Ensure that product, customer, and supply chain priorities are linked through management of the order allocation process. Work with others in the commercial team to develop and execute against allocation plans
• Perform analysis in support of product or customer scenario planning in response to market events or bid opportunities, ensuring that demand and supply data are confirmed.Prepare concise, actionable summaries for collaborative review or management presentations.
• Support the launch of new products by managing product data and initial launch strategy.
• Other duties as assigned with or without accommodation.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS :

Education : Bachelors degree required. Degrees in Business, Finance, or other associated discipline preferred.

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