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Facility: Finance
Location: Plainsboro, NJ, US
About the Department
The Finance & Operations department brings insights and intelligence to inform decision making & drives digitalization and business solutions to attain NNI goals. Finance & Operations works closely across the organization to guide enterprise-wide resource allocations, investment choices, drive core operations and develop insights to drive growth and operational excellence across the value chain while innovating for future capabilities. Our focus on innovation ensures we're constantly building future capabilities. We're responsible for regulating accounting, upholding workplace safety, managing our supply chain and sampling, supporting technological and data innovation, maintaining our facilities and assuring the integrity and completeness of all business transactions. At Novo Nordisk, you will have the opportunity to build a career in a global business environment. We encourage our employees to make the most of their talent, and we reward hard work and dedication with opportunities for continuous learning and personal development. Are you ready to maximize your potential with us?
The Position
The position is responsible for gross-to-net data and analytics for the US business, ensuring external and internal customer alignment as necessary. The position is responsible for: Developing post alternative model implementation analytics, e.g. ROI to support future contract strategy and support on informing GTN strategy. Lead data and analytics efforts for Gross-to-Net (GTN) processes to ensure accurate, timely forecasting, modeling, and reporting of alternative modelling, customer rebates, discounts, chargebacks, and other net revenue deductions. Partner with GTN Finance, IT/ Data Engineering, PCOR, among others to design and maintain data pipelines, analytical models, and reporting that enable reliable GTN calculations and insightful business decisions.
Relationships
Reports to the Director, GTN Forecasting. Position regularly interacts with members in PCOR, GTN Finance, IT/ Data engineering, Finance Strategy and Digitalization, among others.
Essential Functions
Alternative Models
- Perform ROI assessments to support future contract and partner strategy
- Support the development of P&L transparency around alternative model channels and programs
- Optimize integration of alternative model data into GTN model framework
- Design, build, and maintain end-to-end data pipelines and ETL processes for alternative model forecasting and ensure completeness and accuracy of the data
- Support performance reporting on alternative models to provide business insights and inform GTN forecasting assumptions
GTN Forecasting
- Design, build, and maintain end-to-end data pipelines and ETL processes for GTN-related data (sales, claims, contracts, rebates, chargebacks, government program discounts, etc)
- Develop, validate, and maintain GTN models and forecasting algorithms to quantify gross-to-net deductions and predict future liabilities
- Support GTN reporting and dashboards for and produce actionable insights and variance analysis vs. forecast and plan
- Implement model governance, version control, and documentation standards for reproducibility and audit readiness; support internal and external audits
- Automate recurring analyses and month-end processes to improve accuracy and cycle time; prioritize and deliver analytics projects that reduce manual effort and operational risk
- Evaluate real-world GTN performance vs. pricing strategy assumptions
- Track impacts of new payer contracts and pricing policy changes (e.g. post deal)
- Build retrospective analytics to support pricing strategies
- Stay current with industry best practices, tools, and regulations that impact GTN calculations and data treatment
Collaboration
- Accountable to maintain a strong working relationship with key stakeholders to ensure solid and aligned data and analytics
- Guides GTN forecasters on data and alternative model analytics as well as supports the team with data and models
- Facilitates collaboration among necessary stakeholders when developing GTN analytics
Systems and Data Management
- Support gross-to-net forecast models, tools and overall process
- Proposes recommendations for enhancements and/or improvements based on industry trends and evolving business needs
- Continuously reviews and evaluates the quality of data and new data sources used in analyses, generating new insights
Controls, Compliance and Finance
- Support GTN team with rebate controls to meet all audit and internal control (Sarbox) requirements
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, Statistics, Economics, or related field; relevant experience may be substituted for degree, when appropriate; advanced degree preferred or MBA
- 4+ years of experience in finance analytics, data engineering, revenue operations, GTN, rebate/chargeback analytics, pharmaceutical/healthcare revenue analytics, or closely related domain
- Strong analytical, quantitative, and qualitative analysis skills required
- Strong SQL skills for data extraction, transformation, and analysis
- Proven experience building and validating financial models and forecasts
- Prior experience in Managed Market contracting or Gross to Net forecasting a plus
- High attention to detail, strong problem-solving skills, and ability to manage competing priorities in a deadline-driven environment
- Develops and maintains strong internal relationships
- Excellent Excel other PC skills required
- Ability to communicate across all levels of the organization
The base compensation range for this position is $99,600 to $184,200. Base compensation is determined based on a number of factors. This position is also eligible for a company bonus based on individual and company performance.
Novo Nordisk offers long-term incentive compensation and or company vehicles depending on the position's level or other company factors.
Employees are also eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs including medical, dental and vision coverage; life insurance; disability insurance; 401(k) savings plan; flexible spending accounts; employee assistance program; tuition reimbursement program; and voluntary benefits such as group legal, critical illness, identity theft protection, pet insurance and auto/home insurance. The Company also offers time off pursuant to its sick time policy, flexible vacation policy, and parental leave policy.
We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants.
At Novo Nordisk, we're not chasing quick fixes – we're creating lasting change for long-term health. For over 100 years, we've been driven by a single purpose: to defeat serious chronic diseases and help millions of people live healthier lives. This dedication fuels our constant curiosity and inspires us to push the boundaries of what's possible in healthcare. We embrace diverse perspectives, seek out bold ideas, and build partnerships rooted in shared purpose. Together, we're making healthcare more accessible, treating and defeating diseases, and pioneering solutions that create change spanning generations. When you join us, you become part of something bigger – a legacy of impact that reaches far beyond today.
Novo Nordisk is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal laws, rules or regulations.
If you are interested in applying to Novo Nordisk and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply, please call us at 1-855-411-5290. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
Gross To Net Data and Analytics Manager
Facility: Finance
Location: Plainsboro, NJ, US
About the Department
The Finance & Operations department brings insights and intelligence to inform decision making & drives digitalization and business solutions to attain NNI goals. Finance & Operations works closely across the organization to guide enterprise-wide resource allocations, investment choices, drive core operations and develop insights to drive growth and operational excellence across the value chain while innovating for future capabilities. Our focus on innovation ensures we're constantly building future capabilities. We're responsible for regulating accounting, upholding workplace safety, managing our supply chain and sampling, supporting technological and data innovation, maintaining our facilities and assuring the integrity and completeness of all business transactions. At Novo Nordisk, you will have the opportunity to build a career in a global business environment. We encourage our employees to make the most of their talent, and we reward hard work and dedication with opportunities for continuous learning and personal development. Are you ready to maximize your potential with us?
The Position
The position is responsible for gross-to-net data and analytics for the US business, ensuring external and internal customer alignment as necessary. The position is responsible for: Developing post alternative model implementation analytics, e.g. ROI to support future contract strategy and support on informing GTN strategy. Lead data and analytics efforts for Gross-to-Net (GTN) processes to ensure accurate, timely forecasting, modeling, and reporting of alternative modelling, customer rebates, discounts, chargebacks, and other net revenue deductions. Partner with GTN Finance, IT/ Data Engineering, PCOR, among others to design and maintain data pipelines, analytical models, and reporting that enable reliable GTN calculations and insightful business decisions.
Relationships
Reports to the Director, GTN Forecasting. Position regularly interacts with members in PCOR, GTN Finance, IT/ Data engineering, Finance Strategy and Digitalization, among others.
Essential Functions
Alternative Models
- Perform ROI assessments to support future contract and partner strategy
- Support the development of P&L transparency around alternative model channels and programs
- Optimize integration of alternative model data into GTN model framework
- Design, build, and maintain end-to-end data pipelines and ETL processes for alternative model forecasting and ensure completeness and accuracy of the data
- Support performance reporting on alternative models to provide business insights and inform GTN forecasting assumptions
GTN Forecasting
- Design, build, and maintain end-to-end data pipelines and ETL processes for GTN-related data (sales, claims, contracts, rebates, chargebacks, government program discounts, etc)
- Develop, validate, and maintain GTN models and forecasting algorithms to quantify gross-to-net deductions and predict future liabilities
- Support GTN reporting and dashboards for and produce actionable insights and variance analysis vs. forecast and plan
- Implement model governance, version control, and documentation standards for reproducibility and audit readiness; support internal and external audits
- Automate recurring analyses and month-end processes to improve accuracy and cycle time; prioritize and deliver analytics projects that reduce manual effort and operational risk
- Evaluate real-world GTN performance vs. pricing strategy assumptions
- Track impacts of new payer contracts and pricing policy changes (e.g. post deal)
- Build retrospective analytics to support pricing strategies
- Stay current with industry best practices, tools, and regulations that impact GTN calculations and data treatment
Collaboration
- Accountable to maintain a strong working relationship with key stakeholders to ensure solid and aligned data and analytics
- Guides GTN forecasters on data and alternative model analytics as well as supports the team with data and models
- Facilitates collaboration among necessary stakeholders when developing GTN analytics
Systems and Data Management
- Support gross-to-net forecast models, tools and overall process
- Proposes recommendations for enhancements and/or improvements based on industry trends and evolving business needs
- Continuously reviews and evaluates the quality of data and new data sources used in analyses, generating new insights
Controls, Compliance and Finance
- Support GTN team with rebate controls to meet all audit and internal control (Sarbox) requirements
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, Statistics, Economics, or related field; relevant experience may be substituted for degree, when appropriate; advanced degree preferred or MBA
- 4+ years of experience in finance analytics, data engineering, revenue operations, GTN, rebate/chargeback analytics, pharmaceutical/healthcare revenue analytics, or closely related domain
- Strong analytical, quantitative, and qualitative analysis skills required
- Strong SQL skills for data extraction, transformation, and analysis
- Proven experience building and validating financial models and forecasts
- Prior experience in Managed Market contracting or Gross to Net forecasting a plus
- High attention to detail, strong problem-solving skills, and ability to manage competing priorities in a deadline-driven environment
- Develops and maintains strong internal relationships
- Excellent Excel other PC skills required
- Ability to communicate across all levels of the organization
The base compensation range for this position is $99,600 to $184,200. Base compensation is determined based on a number of factors. This position is also eligible for a company bonus based on individual and company performance.
Novo Nordisk offers long-term incentive compensation and or company vehicles depending on the position's level or other company factors.
Employees are also eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs including medical, dental and vision coverage; life insurance; disability insurance; 401(k) savings plan; flexible spending accounts; employee assistance program; tuition reimbursement program; and voluntary benefits such as group legal, critical illness, identity theft protection, pet insurance and auto/home insurance. The Company also offers time off pursuant to its sick time policy, flexible vacation policy, and parental leave policy.
We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants.
At Novo Nordisk, we're not chasing quick fixes – we're creating lasting change for long-term health. For over 100 years, we've been driven by a single purpose: to defeat serious chronic diseases and help millions of people live healthier lives. This dedication fuels our constant curiosity and inspires us to push the boundaries of what's possible in healthcare. We embrace diverse perspectives, seek out bold ideas, and build partnerships rooted in shared purpose. Together, we're making healthcare more accessible, treating and defeating diseases, and pioneering solutions that create change spanning generations. When you join us, you become part of something bigger – a legacy of impact that reaches far beyond today.
Novo Nordisk is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal laws, rules or regulations.
If you are interested in applying to Novo Nordisk and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply, please call us at 1-855-411-5290. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Data Analytics Manager
Target employers with a H-1B filing history
Companies that have sponsored data roles before are far more likely to do it again. Search OFLC disclosure data to identify employers who have filed for Data Analytics Manager or similar titles in the past two to three years.
Frame your OPT timeline as an asset
STEM OPT gives you up to 29 months of work authorization. Lead with that number when employers raise visa concerns. It gives hiring managers a long runway before any H-1B visa petition or cap deadline becomes urgent.
Quantify your impact in business terms
Hiring managers sponsoring a visa need internal sign-off. Make that case easy by showing clear ROI from your analytics work. Revenue influenced, cost savings identified, or decisions accelerated by your dashboards all strengthen the business case for sponsorship.
Target mid-size companies, not just big tech
Fortune 500 companies dominate H-1B filings, but mid-size firms in finance, healthcare, and SaaS frequently sponsor analytics managers. Smaller sponsorship competition within these companies often means faster decisions and stronger advocacy from your direct manager.
Get your manager on your side early
Sponsorship decisions rarely start in HR. Your direct manager is usually the one who initiates the business justification. Build that relationship early and make sure they understand your OPT status and timeline well before your authorization expires.
Prepare for technical and leadership interviews simultaneously
Data Analytics Manager roles assess both SQL and Python proficiency and your ability to manage stakeholders and lead teams. Preparing for both dimensions signals seniority and reduces employer hesitation about investing in a sponsorship-required hire.
Data Analytics Manager OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a Data Analytics Manager on OPT?
Yes. Data Analytics Manager is a specialty occupation that qualifies for OPT work authorization. Your role must be directly related to your field of study, typically a degree in data science, statistics, computer science, information systems, or a related discipline. If your degree qualifies you for STEM OPT extension, you can extend your authorization to 29 months total.
Does a Data Analytics Manager role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your degree, not just your job title. If your bachelor's, master's, or doctoral degree is in a STEM-designated field and your employer is enrolled in E-Verify, your Data Analytics Manager role will almost certainly qualify. Degrees in computer science, statistics, mathematics, data science, and information systems all support STEM OPT extension eligibility.
How do I find Data Analytics Manager jobs that sponsor OPT or H-1B?
Browse Migrate Mate to filter specifically for employers who sponsor F-1 OPT students and have a history of H-1B filings for analytics roles. Looking at employer sponsorship history is more reliable than relying on job descriptions, which rarely mention visa sponsorship explicitly until the offer stage.
What are the biggest hiring challenges for OPT students targeting analytics manager roles?
Manager-level roles require employers to justify sponsorship to leadership, which adds friction beyond what individual contributor roles face. Employers want confidence that you can lead a team and drive business outcomes before committing to a multi-year visa process. The most effective way to reduce that friction is to demonstrate measurable impact in previous roles and come prepared with clear examples of cross-functional stakeholder management.
Can I switch employers while on OPT and keep my Data Analytics Manager authorization?
Yes, but your new role must still be directly related to your degree field. OPT is tied to your degree program, not your employer, so changing companies does not reset your authorization period. If you are on STEM OPT, your new employer must also be enrolled in E-Verify and you must update your employer information with your DSO within 10 days of starting.