Senior Business Analyst (Remote)

Takeda • Bannockburn, IL

5d • Remote

About The Position

About BioLife Plasma Services BioLife Plasma Services, a subsidiary of Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Limited, is an industry leader in the collection of high-quality plasma, which is processed into life-saving plasma-based therapies. Some diseases can only be treated with medicines made with plasma. Since plasma can’t be made synthetically, many people rely on plasma donors to live healthier, happier lives. BioLife operates 250+ state-of-the-art plasma donation centers across the United States. Our employees are dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for patients and ensuring that the donation process is safe, straightforward, and rewarding for donors who wish to make a positive impact. When you work at BioLife, you’ll feel good knowing that what we do helps improve the lives of patients with rare diseases. While you focus on our donors, we’ll support you. We offer a purpose you can believe in, a team you can count on, opportunities for career growth, and a comprehensive benefits program, all in a fast-paced, friendly environment. This position is currently classified as “Remote/Virtual” in accordance with Takeda’s Hybrid and Remote Work policy. OBJECTIVES/PURPOSE The BioLife Forecasting, Pricing & Analytics (FPA) team within the Plasma-Derived Therapies (PDT) business unit at Takeda is seeking a Senior Pricing Analyst. This role is critical for the FPA team, as it combines technical expertise with strategic insight to inform business financial decisions. You will have the autonomy to own analyses end-to-end, from source data to strategic recommendations, and the opportunity to engage with senior leadership and cross-functional teams, driving data-based decision-making across the organization. It reports to the Associate Director, Pricing, and Business AI Lead at BioLife.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Economics, Statistics, Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science, or a quantitative field required; Master's preferred
• 5+ years in analytics, pricing, strategy, and/or forecasting with demonstrated impact.
• Strong foundation in statistics and experimentation - hypothesis testing, regression, causal inference, experimental design, and power calculations.
• Technical expertise: Proven hands-on experience with PySpark, Python, SQL, and BI tools (Power BI or Tableau), with advanced Excel skills for rapid analysis.
• Analytical leadership: Demonstrated ability to proactively identify new opportunities, design models/experiments, and deliver insights that drive measurable business improvements.
• Agile execution: Thrives in ambiguity and fast-changing environments, with the ability to pivot quickly and still deliver clarity.
• Clear communication: Ability to distill complex technical findings into clear business narratives.

Responsibilities

• Data Analysis & Decision-Making: Leverage strong analytical and quantitative skills to connect raw data across sources, uncover patterns, and deliver insights that directly shape business decisions.
• Performance Analytics: Assess pricing performance to identify key drivers, risks, and opportunities across centers, fee levels, and donor groups.
• Statistical Analytics: Contribute to pricing and forecasting projects through advanced data analysis, process automation, A/B testing, and the creation of clear, actionable visualizations.
• Machine Learning Solutions: Translate complex data challenges into machine learning models (e.g., supervised learning, unsupervised learning, predictive retention, segmentation, elasticity) that enhance business operations and plasma donor insights.
• Experimentation & Standards: Own the experimentation lifecycle from design to analysis, validating opportunities and scaling winning strategies. Elevate team capabilities by setting best practices in analytics, code quality, and data storytelling.

Benefits

• U.S. based employees may be eligible to participate in medical, dental, vision insurance, a 401(k) plan and company match, short-term and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance, a tuition reimbursement program, paid volunteer time off, company holidays, and well-being benefits, among others.
• U.S. based employees are also eligible to receive, per calendar year, up to 80 hours of sick time, and new hires are eligible to accrue up to 120 hours of paid vacation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level