Demand Planner - Data-Driven Forecasting & Inventory

Blackhawk Network (BHN) Europe; Dacorum; Hybrid; GBP 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Private medical insurance

Pension scheme

Employee assistance program

Flexibility with hybrid work

Job summary

Blackhawk Network is seeking a Demand Planner to manage UK & Ireland demand and inventory planning. You will analyse large datasets, build forecasting models and translate insights into stock actions.

The role requires advanced Excel, data storytelling and collaboration with Card Partner, Sales and Product Implementation. Hybrid, UK-based role with a focus on inventory optimization and responsible planning.

Qualifications

• Strong data analytics skills and ability to turn findings into practical recommendations.
• Advanced Excel skills including PivotTables, lookups and data validation.
• Experience building spreadsheet-based analysis, reporting or planning models with attention to data quality.
• Ability to synthesize information from multiple sources and explain data insights.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and challenge demand forecasts and inventory plans for UK & Ireland across Retail and Incentive channels.
• Analyse historical sales, stock levels, seasonality and promotional activity to identify demand patterns.
• Build and improve Excel-based forecasting models and reporting tools.
• Translate analysis into stock recommendations considering lead times, inventory, and launches.
• Collaborate with Card Partner, Distribution Partner and Sales to validate forecasts.

Skills

Advanced Excel

PivotTables

XLOOKUP/INDEX-MATCH

Data analysis

Data reconciliation

Communication

Cross-functional teamwork

Attention to detail

Tools

Power BI

Power Query

SharePoint

PowerApps

VBA

Job description

Blackhawk Network is seeking a Demand Planner to manage UK & Ireland demand and inventory planning. You will analyse large datasets, build forecasting models and translate insights into stock actions.

The role requires advanced Excel, data storytelling and collaboration with Card Partner, Sales and Product Implementation. Hybrid, UK-based role with a focus on inventory optimization and responsible planning.