Decision Analytics Consultant - Value & Access (Market Access)

About the Role

Join ZS, a global management consulting and technology firm dedicated to transforming healthcare and related sectors. With over 13,000 professionals worldwide, ZS combines advanced analytics, data science, and innovative product development to empower clients to make smarter decisions and improve outcomes. This role is based in Noida, India, celebrating 40 years of impactful industry presence.

Primary Responsibilities

• Lead the design and delivery of market access projects, including analyzing payer landscapes, evaluating formulary access, investigating access barriers, modeling contracting scenarios, and managing contracts operations.
• Interpret and analyze both qualitative and quantitative research data to extract actionable insights.
• Collaborate closely with internal leadership and client teams to outline project goals, deliverables, and timelines.
• Deliver impactful presentations summarizing analytical findings through detailed slide decks and Excel documentation to facilitate informed decision-making.
• Oversee project execution, stakeholder management, and client communications while leading a team of Associates and Associate Consultants.
• Serve as a subject matter expert in Market Access, mentoring and onboarding team members.
• Coordinate with cross-functional global teams simultaneously across multiple projects.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering or any discipline, with strong academic records emphasizing analytics and quantitative studies.
• 5 to 7 years of pertinent professional experience, with MBA or PhD qualifications substitutable for work experience.
• Preferably, a deep understanding of the U.S. healthcare ecosystem, including payer types (commercial, Medicaid, Medicare) and market access mechanisms such as rebates and contracting strategies.
• Practical experience working with claims and formulary databases.
• Exceptional analytical capabilities with attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, SQL, and PowerPoint for effective report creation; familiarity with Power BI, Tableau, Python, or R is advantageous.
• Strong, clear communication skills suitable for client presentations and complex information delivery.
• Fluent in English language.
• Client-focused mindset with a high level of work ethic.
• Collaborative and problem-solving nature.

Growth and Development Opportunities

• Access to tailored cross-functional skill development and custom learning pathways.
• Participation in milestone training programs aligned with career advancement.
• Support for internal mobility promoting professional growth through individual contributions and expanded roles.

Eligibility

Open to candidates holding any graduate degree.