Middle Market Forecasting & Analytics Engineer

N-iX is a global software development service company that helps businesses across the globe create next-generation software products. Founded in 2002, we unite 2,400+ tech-savvy professionals across 40+ countries, working on impactful projects for industry leaders and Fortune 500 companies. Our expertise spans cloud, data, AI/ML, embedded software, IoT, and more, driving digital transformation across finance, manufacturing, telecom, healthcare, and other industries. Join N-iX and become part of a team where your ideas make a real impact.

Our client is a leading global healthcare organization, driving innovation in pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, and patient-centric solutions. We develop advanced data and analytics solutions that help global organizations turn complex data into intuitive digital tools, enabling teams to make informed decisions in their daily operations and long-term strategy. Our projects span modern operational applications, interactive dashboards, and advanced analytics platforms designed to deliver actionable insights across multiple business domains.

We are looking for a Market Forecasting & Analytics Specialist to support the Global Pharmaceutical Company with market forecasting and assumption-based market modelling. The specialist will help develop data-driven market forecasts and predictive models to support strategic decision-making across multiple markets. The role combines analytical market modelling, forecasting techniques, and machine learning to estimate market dynamics, product adoption, and long-term demand scenarios. This role requires a combination of data science, forecasting methods, and business understanding of market dynamics, particularly within pharmaceutical, healthcare, or consumer healthcare markets.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop market forecasting models based on assumptions, historical data, and external market signals

• Build short-, mid-, and long-term market forecasts for products across multiple markets

• Aggregate multi-country and multi-product data to produce consolidated market forecasts

• Develop technology adoption models (e.g., diffusion curves such as Bass models) to simulate competitive landscapes

• Design Excel-based decision-support models and forecasting tools (Excel + VBA)

• Integrate market research, CRM data, financial data, and public datasets into forecasting assumptions

• Develop machine learning forecasting models (Python preferred)

• Support scenario modelling and uncertainty analysis using statistical approaches

• Link Excel-based forecasting tools with data lake sources or data collection systems

• Support migration of Excel-based models to cloud-based analytics platforms

• Collaborate with business stakeholders to translate market insights into actionable forecasts and strategic recommendations

Required Skills & Experience:

• 4+ years of experience in forecasting, market modelling, or advanced analytics

• Strong experience with market forecasting, demand forecasting, or predictive modelling

• Experience building assumption-based forecasting models

• Strong Excel modelling skills (including advanced formulas; VBA is a plus)

• Experience with Python for machine learning or statistical modelling

• Experience working with multiple datasets (market research, CRM, financial, public data)

• Strong understanding of statistical modelling and time-series forecasting techniques

• Experience working with multi-country / multi-market datasets

• Ability to translate analytical results into business insights and decision-support recommendations

Nice to have:

• Experience with Monte Carlo simulations, Markov chains, or conjoint analysis

• Experience with technology adoption models (Bass diffusion models)

• Experience in pharma, healthcare, medtech, or consumer healthcare industries

We offer*:

• Flexible working format - remote, office-based or flexible

• A competitive salary and good compensation package

• Personalized career growth

• Professional development tools (mentorship program, tech talks and trainings, centers of excellence, and more)

• Active tech communities with regular knowledge sharing

• Education reimbursement

• Memorable anniversary presents

• Corporate events and team buildings

• Other location-specific benefits

*not applicable for freelancers