London Capacity Planning Analyst: Data-Driven Forecasting

Michael Page Technology; Greater London; On-site; GBP 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Standard benefits

Job summary

Michael Page Technology in London is seeking a Capacity Planning Analyst to translate operational data into actionable capacity plans for Transport & Distribution activities. You will build forecasts and reports to support day-to-day decisions across the business.

The role requires advanced Excel and Power BI, strong analytical skills, and experience in forecasting, capacity modelling or workforce planning.

Qualifications

• Experience in capacity planning, demand forecasting or operational analysis.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex operational data.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with Power BI or similar reporting tools.
• Experience building forecasting models and translating insights into business recommendations.
• Knowledge of capacity modelling, workforce planning or operational planning methodologies.
• Ability to work with large datasets and identify trends, risks and opportunities.
• Experience collaborating with operational stakeholders to support planning decisions.
• Aviation, transport, rail, logistics or infrastructure sector experience would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Analyse operational data to identify capacity needs and support effective planning decisions.
• Build and maintain capacity plans that help teams prepare for changing demand.
• Review trends and performance data to highlight potential pressure points early.
• Produce clear reports and insight for colleagues across the Analytics department.
• Work with operational teams to gather relevant data and improve the accuracy of plans.
• Translate complex data into practical recommendations for day-to-day planning.
• Monitor planned capacity against operational activity and flag material variances.
• Improve planning data and reporting methods to provide reliable information.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Power BI

Forecasting & planning experience

Analytical skills

Tools

SQL

Python

Simulation tools

Fabric

Job description

Michael Page Technology in London is seeking a Capacity Planning Analyst to translate operational data into actionable capacity plans for Transport & Distribution activities. You will build forecasts and reports to support day-to-day decisions across the business.

The role requires advanced Excel and Power BI, strong analytical skills, and experience in forecasting, capacity modelling or workforce planning.