JOB DESCRIPTION:

About Abbott

Abbott is a global healthcare leader, creating breakthrough science to improve people’s health. We’re always looking towards the future, anticipating changes in medical science and technology.

In Germany, Abbott has more than 4,000 employees working in manufacturing, research and development, logistics, manufacturing, sales and marketing. They are located at Abbott`s German headquarters in Wiesbaden and its sites in Hanover, Neustadt am Rübenberge, Wetzlar, Eschborn, Cologne, Jena and Hamburg.

Working at Abbott

At Abbott, you can do work that matters and help people to live a healthier and full life, grow your career, and learn, be your true self. You will have access to:

• Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of

• An attractive benefits package (e.g. attractive Abbott Pension Plan -a company bike, employee stock purchase program)

• A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries around the world and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune.

• A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.

• A challenging position in a fast-growing crisis independent industry

• To become part of a dynamic, highly educated, highly skilled, and motivated team

• Flat hierarchies, open appreciative mentality, and efficient, constructive lines of communication

• Multi-national environment, where we foster the development of our talents within the enterprise

The Opportunity

This position works out of our Wiesbaden site, Abbott GmbH in the Abbott Point of Care division.

The Manager of Data Analytics & Forecasting International plays a pivotal role in delivering actionable insights and data-driven recommendations to support commercial decision-making across APOC’s international markets. This role consolidates analytics and forecasting efforts across EMEA, LATAM, Canada, and Asia Pacific, enabling consistent, high-quality insights that guide strategic planning and performance optimization. The role also leads and coordinates key commercial planning processes including Integrated Business Planning (IBP), Commercial Demand Review (CDR), Long-Range Planning (LRP), OEM input, and Latest Best Estimate (LBE) forecasting for international markets.

Your Tasks:

• Develop and maintain forecasting models for international markets.

• Consolidate analytics across regions to ensure consistency.

• Analyze internal and external data to identify trends and opportunities.

• Build dashboards and performance reports.

• Translate complex data into actionable insights for leadership.

• Support strategic decisions with market, customer, and competitive intelligence.

• Provide scenario modeling and planning support.

• Lead IBP, CDR, and LBE forecasting processes, consolidate regional inputs and align with Finance and Supply Chain.

• Support LRP and OEM planning cycles.

• Combine quantitative and qualitative insights to assess market dynamics.

• Monitor competitor activities with regional teams.

• Communicate insights clearly across all organizational levels, promote a data‑driven culture and support knowledge sharing.

Your Qualification:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Data Science, or related field; MBA or MS preferred.
• 7–10 years of experience in data analytics, forecasting, or strategic planning, ideally in healthcare or diagnostics.
• Strong understanding of healthcare data sources (e.g., IQVIA) and international market dynamics.
• Proficiency in analytical tools and technologies (e.g., SQL, Tableau, Python, predictive analytics, machine learning).
• Experience leading commercial planning processes (IBP, LBE, LRP, OEM) across multiple geographies.
• Excellent communication, storytelling, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, global environment.

Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that can help you build your future and live your best life. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity.

We ask for your understanding that we only consider online applications via our online application portal. Applications by email or post cannot be processed. Original documents will not be returned.

Connect with us at www.abbott.com, on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/company/abbott-/

The base pay for this position is

N/A
In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

JOB FAMILY:

Administrative Support

DIVISION:

APOC Point of Care:

LOCATION:

Germany > Wiesbaden-Delkenheim : G02

ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:

WORK SHIFT:

Standard

TRAVEL:

Yes, 10 % of the Time

MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:

Not Applicable

SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:

Not Applicable