Senior Manager, Data Science

ROLE SUMMARY

Global Commercial Analytics (GCA) harnesses the power of data to drive robust analytical insights that inform some of Pfizer's most critical business questions. With colleagues across the globe, GCA’s rigorous analytical expertise is depended on as the compass and decision support for the enterprise. Our dynamic, exciting team of subject-matter experts comes from diverse backgrounds and experiences, including data science, market research, digital analytics, finance, and consulting. As a team, we partner to turn data into meaningful insights that will have a direct impact on patients’ lives and the future of Pfizer as a data-driven organization.

The Senior Manager, Data Science role is accountable for delivering data science-driven strategic and tactical support across the commercial business. As a strategic partner to the US Commercial teams, this person will develop and implement models and data science-derived insights that drive brands’ strategic priorities. This will include driving the execution and interpretation of AI/ML models, framing problems, and shaping solutions. Also, this person will help shape the brands’ strategies and tactics by interfacing closely with Data Science COEs to develop bespoke AI/ML models to meet evolving needs and with omnichannel operations to drive execution.

This role is dynamic, fast-paced, highly collaborative, and covers a broad range of strategic topics that are critical to our business. The successful candidate will join GCA colleagues worldwide that are constantly supporting business transformation through their proactive thought leadership, innovative analytical capabilities, and their ability to communicate highly complex and dynamic information in new and creative ways.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES

Role definition and key accountabilities include, but are not limited to:

Commercial Data Science and Insights

• Provide data science and insights to US Commercial teams to drive brand tactic decisions.

• Act as a strategic partner to frame, investigate, and translate complex data-related models, and answer key business questions related to the identification and evaluation of Commercial and brand strategies and tactics.

• Partner with Sales and Marketing Leadership to support sales force execution.

• Integrate DS capabilities with commercial decision-making processes, explain complex models, translate observations into actionable insights, and find business impact.

• Guide stakeholders via compelling and persuasive storytelling.

• Strengthen the Brand and Sales teams' understanding of marketplace performance and opportunities by analyzing the impacts of brand strategies and tactics and partnering on data product solutions.

• Utilize data-driven insights to identify new opportunities and optimize existing strategies, supporting commercial strategy and opportunity creation.

• Deliver strategic and tactical support for multiple US brands as needed, acting as a subject matter expert.

Collaboration with other GCA and Analytics teams

• Partner with GCA Integrated Insights & Strategy leads to incorporate data science capabilities and insights into analytics plans and recommendations

Collaborate with Data Science Solutions teams

• Partner with Data Science COE to develop bespoke AI and machine learning models; configure pre-built models and interpret updated results

• Ensure alignment with Data Science COEs teams to ensure cohesive activities with stakeholders

• Mentor and develop junior data scientists, fostering a culture of continuous learning and innovation

PROFESSIONAL CHARACTERISTICS

• Analytical Thinker: Understands how to synthesize facts and information from varied data sources, both new and pre-existing, into discernable insights and perspectives; takes a problem-solving approach by connecting analytical thinking with an understanding of business drivers and how GCA can provide value to the organization

• Data and Information Manager: Understands and uses analytical skills/tools to produce data in a clean, organized way to drive objective insights

• Communicator: Can understand, translate, and distill the complex, technical findings of the data science team into commentary that facilitates effective decision making; can readily align interpersonal style with the individual needs of others

• Highly Collaborative: Manages projects with and through others; shares responsibility and credit; develops self and others through teamwork

• Project Manager: Articulates scope and deliverables of projects and delivers analyses within timelines

• Self-Starter: Eager to take on new responsibilities and opportunities

Technical Skills

• Fluent in English (written and spoken)

• Experience with machine learning technology and big data stack, such as: Python and its package ecosystem including pandas, scikit-learn, XGBoost, LightGBM, TensorFlow, PyTorch; SQL; cloud ML platforms; LLM applications; and data visualization techniques

• Strong MS Excel and PowerPoint skills

• Experience in understanding brand content, strategy, and tactics

• Ability to effectively utilize dashboards and data products to derive insights

• Understands quantitative and qualitative research methodologies

• Experience in management of secondary data with application of real-world data

• Ability to connect, integrate, and synthesize data and analysis into a meaningful ‘so what’ to drive concrete strategic recommendations for brand tactics. Capable of describing relevant caveats in data or in a model and how they relate to business questions

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree required, ideally in a quantitative field such as Physics, Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, Economics, Data Science, Operations Research, Computer Science, etc.

• 6+ years of work experience

• 4+ years experience in business analytics function, country strategy and/or strategic consulting

• Proven track record of leveraging data science to address strategic business challenges

• Experience using data science models to solve problems in a business environment setting

• Experience leading cross-functional projects and managing stakeholder relationships at senior levels.

• Experience with machine learning technology and big data stack, such as: Python, SQL, cloud ML platforms, LLM applications, and data visualization techniques

• Experience in understanding brand content, strategy, and tactics

• Understands quantitative and qualitative research methodologies

• Experience in management of secondary data with application of real-world data

• Proven ability to partner with cross-functional teams (Commercial, Insights, Operations) to execute brand tactics

• Proven ability to connect, integrate, and synthesize data and analysis into a meaningful ‘so what’ to drive concrete strategic recommendations for brand tactics. Capable of describing relevant caveats in data or in a model and how they relate to business questions

• Ability to be flexible, prioritize multiple demands and deal with ambiguity

• Fluent in English (written and spoken)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Advanced degree preferred in a quantitative field such as Physics, Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, Economics, Data Science, Operations Research, Computer Science, etc.

• Experience in Life Sciences Industry

Candidate demonstrates a breadth of diverse leadership experiences and capabilities including: the ability to influence and collaborate with peers, develop and coach others, oversee and guide the work of other colleagues to achieve meaningful outcomes and create business impact.
 

Other Job Details:

• Work location: Flexible; 2-3 days onsite/week

• Last Day to Apply: April 30, 2025

The annual base salary for this position ranges from $120,800.00 to $201,400.00. In addition, this position is eligible for participation in Pfizer’s Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 17.5% of the base salary and eligibility to participate in our share based long term incentive program. We offer comprehensive and generous benefits and programs to help our colleagues lead healthy lives and to support each of life’s moments. Benefits offered include a 401(k) plan with Pfizer Matching Contributions and an additional Pfizer Retirement Savings Contribution, paid vacation, holiday and personal days, paid caregiver/parental and medical leave, and health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage. Learn more at Pfizer Candidate Site – U.S. Benefits | (uscandidates.mypfizerbenefits.com). Pfizer compensation structures and benefit packages are aligned based on the location of hire. The United States salary range provided does not apply to Tampa, FL or any location outside of the United States.

Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility.

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EEO & Employment Eligibility

Pfizer is committed to equal opportunity in the terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability or veteran status.  Pfizer also complies with all applicable national, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration and Nationality Act and IRCA.  Pfizer is an E-Verify employer.  This position requires permanent work authorization in the United States.

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