Forecasting & Demand Planning Insights Analyst

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Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Forecasting & Demand Planning Insights Analyst in the West Midlands. The role involves building accurate demand forecasts and analyzing datasets for operational needs. Ideal candidates should have robust experience in forecasting, advanced Excel, SQL skills, and the ability to communicate insights effectively. This position offers a hybrid work model and a competitive salary ranging from £38,000 to £45,000, along with bonus and flexible benefits.

Benefits

Bonus

Broad Flexible Benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in short- and mid-term demand forecasting.
• Strong analytical skills with large datasets.
• Ability to communicate insights clearly.

Responsibilities

• Build accurate short- and mid-term demand forecasts.
• Analyse large datasets and provide planning recommendations.
• Use SQL, Excel, and Power BI for reporting and forecasting.
• Collaborate with planning and operational teams.
• Monitor and improve forecast accuracy.

Skills

Advanced modelling experience

Advanced Excel

SQL skills

Power BI or similar BI tool experience

Background in forecasting or operational analytics

Clear communication skills

Organisational skills

Tools

SQL

Excel

Power BI

Job description

Forecasting & Demand Planning Insights Analyst

Location: West Midlands
Hybrid: 2 Days onsite per week
Salary: £38,000 ~ £45,000 + Bonus + Broad Flexible Benefits
Advertised by: Longreach Recruitment

We’re recruiting a Forecasting & Demand Planning Insights Analyst to join an established and progressive Operations Forecasting & Planning team who provide analytical, forecasting and demand modelling expertise for both Contact Centre and a large‑scale national Field Resource functions.

Key Responsibilities

• Build accurate short‑ and mid‑term demand forecasts for National Field Resource and Contact Centre operations.
• Analyse large datasets, identify key drivers, and translate insights into clear planning recommendations.
• Use SQL, Excel, and Power BI to create models, reports, and daily/weekly forecasting outputs.
• Work closely with Resource Planning and Operational teams to ensure we have the right people in the right place at the right time to meet frequently fluctuating demand.
• Monitor forecast performance and continuously improve accuracy.

Your Experience & Skills

• Advanced modelling experience (forecasting, demand planning and capacity planning).
• Advanced Excel with ideally some SQL skills; Power BI or similar BI tool experience.
• Background in forecasting, planning, or operational analytics (field or contact centre desirable).
• A clear communicator who can explain insights in a simple, meaningful way.
• Well organised, curious, and comfortable managing multiple priorities.

Keen to apply and learn more about the Forecasting & Demand Planning Insights Analyst position? Share your CV for consideration to Ian Lasplace via [e-mail]