SAI PRASAD Lingamsetty
Buenos Aires
Summary
Results-driven market research and analytics professional with over 9 years of experience leading global healthcare projects in oncology, respiratory, ophthalmology, and rare diseases. Proven expertise in conducting comprehensive market landscape assessments, accurately forecasting demand, conducting patient-centric research, and effectively managing portfolios. Skilled in leading cross-functional teams, optimizing resource planning, and engaging senior stakeholders. Passionate about driving tangible and positive impact for both patients and doctors.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Decision Analytics Manager
ZS Associates
06.2023 - 01.2025
- Co-led the Market Research space and Global Healthcare Client Portfolio team in Buenos Aires, supporting $100M+ in revenue
- Managed over 20 research and analytics initiatives, including demand forecasting, segmentation, brand performance tracking, and market landscape assessments. Improved drug access processes for clients in the eye care space.
- Developed a comprehensive business case for Bpeace to support their Argentina expansion efforts, enabling them to present a compelling case to their board and funders.
- Managed 10+ senior stakeholder relationships, delivering insights through in-person presentations, strategy workshops, and crossfunctional collaboration to drive data-informed decision-making
- Led business development initiatives, identifying opportunities and securing $5M+ in direct revenue through strategic client engagements
- Led internal resource planning, including headcount discussions, team structuring, and cross-functional coordination to enhance project execution and delivery efficiency
Senior Consultant
ZS Associates
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Expanded the Buenos Aires market research team to 25+ members, driving global capacity building and achieving 30% cost savings through a nearshore operating model. Led multi-phase projects involving desk research, quantitative surveys, and qualitative interviews to capture comprehensive market and patient insights.
- Developed and launched a rapid insights platform, reducing project turnaround times by 50%. Designed a patient feedback mechanism for clinical trials, allowing for real-time patient voice integration during design and execution phases.
- Led breast cancer research projects focused on identifying physician and patient challenges, informing pharmaceutical strategies to improve patient care and treatment adherence.
- Facilitated global workshops for clients, translating complex data into actionable business strategies and aligning cross-functional teams on market entry plans.
- Managed cross-regional collaborations with teams in Argentina, India, and the U.S., ensuring efficient communication and timely delivery across time zones.
Consultant
ZS Associates
06.2020 - 07.2022
- Directed over 10 oncology-focused research projects addressing patient journeys, healthcare disparities, and treatment access issues. Integrated ethnic and gender considerations into research designs to uncover patient pain points and inform equitable healthcare solutions.
- Mentored global team members across the U.S., EU, and India, enhancing research execution, data analysis capabilities, and overall team efficiency.
- Developed a proprietary methodology for landscape assessments, identifying key market segments, patient demographics, and unmet clinical needs for global pharmaceutical clients.
- Built a rapid customer insight platform, significantly reducing project lead times and enabling faster client decision-making.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams across continents, streamlining communications and ensuring alignment on project objectives, timelines, and deliverables.
Associate Consultant
ZS Associates
01.2018 - 05.2020
- Developed and implemented an in-house market research tool adopted as a standard for analytics projects, improving data processing speed and report accuracy.
- Led multiple oncology research studies (breast, lung, and hematologic cancers), providing clients with actionable insights to refine their marketing strategies and improve patient engagement.
- Improved resource utilization by 15% through the introduction of efficient workflows and better cross-team collaboration.
- Conducted detailed analyses of sales force effectiveness, evaluating interaction quality, content relevance, and market coverage to support client sales strategies.
- Assisted clients with research investment decisions, aligning project selection with evolving market opportunities and strategic goals.
Associate
ZS Associates
08.2015 - 12.2017
- Supported patient chart audits, demand estimations, and ATU (Awareness, Trial, and Usage) studies, providing clients with data-driven recommendations for commercial strategies.
- Developed client-facing reports and presentations, ensuring clear communication of research findings aligned with business objectives.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance data collection methods, improving overall project accuracy and efficiency.
Education
B.Tech. - Mechatronics Engineering
SRM University
01.2015
Skills
Leadership Skills:
Stakeholder & Client Management
Business Development
Project & Team Management
Global Collaboration
Workshop Facilitation
Resource & Budget Planning
Effective Communication
Core Competencies:
Healthcare
Market Research
Analytics
Strategic Consulting
Forecasting
Interview Moderation
Microsoft Suite
Salesforce Analytics
Portfolio Management
Websites
Languages
Telugu
Native language
English
Proficient
C2
Hindi
Proficient
C2
Marathi
Upper intermediate
B2
Spanish
Elementary
A2
Timeline
Decision Analytics Manager
ZS Associates
06.2023 - 01.2025
Senior Consultant
ZS Associates
08.2022 - 05.2023
Consultant
ZS Associates
06.2020 - 07.2022
Associate Consultant
ZS Associates
01.2018 - 05.2020
Associate
ZS Associates
08.2015 - 12.2017
B.Tech. - Mechatronics Engineering
SRM University
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