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Job description
Blue Matter is a rapidly growing management consultancy focused in the biopharmaceutical industry. We partner with our clients to help them achieve commercial success across the lifecycle of their products, portfolios, and organizations. Our project types include providing decision support through insights and analytics for new product planning, launch strategy, portfolio / disease area strategy, and organizational strategy / change management. Most of our work is in specialty therapeutics, with oncology and rare diseases a specific area of expertise.
Blue Matter Insights (BMI) is our specialized insights CoE, uniquely combining sophisticated quantitative analytics with strategic pharmaceutical consulting. BMI consultants work side-by-side with strategy team members on high-stakes client engagements. Our lean, entrepreneurial structure accelerates your growth: high performers quickly progress from executing analyses to leading workstreams to managing client relationships. You'll gain exposure to diverse therapeutic areas and challenging problems (launch forecasting, portfolio optimization, omnichannel strategy) while building expertise across proprietary technology platforms and advanced analytical methods. Working directly with senior leaders invested in your development, you'll tackle challenging problems and help build new capabilities that become part of BMI's competitive edge.
We have a unique entrepreneurial culture and invest in building Blue Matter as the best place to work for our team. We have offices in NY, San Francisco, Boston, London, Zurich, Mumbai & Gurgaon.
As a Manager in the Analytics practice, you lead client engagements end-to‑end—owning the quality of analytical delivery, developing your team, and building the trusted client relationships that define Blue Matter’s reputation. You set the standard for analytical rigor while fostering a collaborative environment where people win together.
Primary Responsibilities
Project & Engagement Leadership
Lead and manage multiple concurrent client engagements of varying complexity, ensuring on‑time, on‑budget delivery with exceptional quality standards
Oversee project teams (onshore and offshore analysts and consultants), providing day‑to‑day direction, managing workstreams, and ensuring alignment to client objectives
Develop comprehensive project plans, manage project finances (SOWs, budgets, invoicing), and monitor risk throughout the project lifecycle
Lead the design and execution of complex analytical solutions across BMI’s service offerings including forecasting, commercial analytics, field operations, market access analytics, and commercial modeling
Client Relationship Management
Serve as primary client contact for assigned engagements, building trusted advisor relationships with senior stakeholders (VP/SVP level)
Lead client discussions, discovery sessions, and strategic planning meetings to scope projects and align on deliverables
Present analyses, recommendations, and strategic implications to senior leadership teams with clarity and conviction—always speaking the truth through data
Identify growth opportunities within existing accounts and support the development of proposals for new work
Analytical Solutions & Innovation
Design and oversee execution of sophisticated analytical solutions tailored to each client’s commercial context and product lifecycle stage
Customize BMI’s proprietary analytical tools and frameworks to address unique client challenges
Translate complex analytical findings into actionable strategic recommendations and compelling client narratives
Stay current on analytical best practices, emerging tools, and industry trends to continuously strengthen BMI’s offerings
People Development & Firm Contribution
Recruit, mentor, and develop junior team members, providing career guidance and regular performance feedback
Foster analytical excellence and structured problem‑solving capabilities across project teams
Contribute to BMI’s methodological development, intellectual property, and best practices
Lead or support internal initiatives to enhance analytical capabilities, tools, and service offerings
Desired Experience & Skills
Technical & Domain Expertise
Deep expertise in pharmaceutical quantitative modeling, commercial analytics, and financial modeling
Proficiency with core 3rd‑party datasets (provider unit data, payer access data, analog sales data, claims/EMR data)
Advanced analytical skills spanning statistical modeling, forecasting, market access analytics, and scenario simulation
Familiarity with U.S. coverage, payment, pricing dynamics, and government pricing frameworks
Leadership & Management
Demonstrated experience managing project teams (onshore and offshore) and leading multiple concurrent engagements
Strong project management skills including planning, budgeting, risk management, and stakeholder communication
Proven ability to mentor and develop junior professionals
Track record of building and maintaining strong client relationships at senior levels
Communication & Strategic Thinking
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with ability to present complex analyses to senior executives
Strong business acumen and ability to connect analytical findings to commercial strategy
Comfort navigating ambiguity and driving clarity in complex client environments
Proven ability to integrate business and industry knowledge into creative, client‑centric solutions
Qualifications
Bachelors degree in a quantitative field, life sciences, or business, and 6+ years of quantitative analytical experience with demonstrated career progression, OR
Advanced degree (PhD, MD, MBA, or MS) in a quantitative field, life sciences, or business, and5+years of quantitative analytical experience with demonstrated career progression
Prior experience managing teams and client relationships in a consulting or professional services environment
Experience in specialty therapeutics (oncology, rare disease) preferred
Compensation & Benefits
Base salary range: $190,000 – $225,000 per year. Generous incentive compensation structure.
Benefits:
401k Plan - generous employer match with immediate vesting and financial planning resources
Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage options effective day 1 of employment
Flexible spending account (FSA) or Health Savings Account (HSA)
Company paid insurances including Short- and Long-Term Disability and Life insurance as well as additional voluntary options
Paid parental leave for all new parents
Health & Wellness Benefit (e.g., gym memberships; $1000 reimbursement annually)
Employee Assistance Program
Generous paid time off including vacation, sick days, floating and company holidays
Blue Matter is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants on the basis of race, color, religion, ancestry, age (40 and over), sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), national origin, disability, marital status, parental status, genetic information, political affiliation, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Worksite address
south san francisco, CA, 94083, US
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