Planning & Forecasting Manager

Evri, Inc.; Slough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a General Manager of Forecasting and Planning to lead their strategic initiatives in parcel volume forecasting. This pivotal role involves analyzing sales data, historical trends, and operational metrics to enhance planning accuracy and efficiency. You will collaborate with various stakeholders to implement innovative tools and processes, ensuring continuous improvement in forecasting capabilities. Join a dynamic team dedicated to creating responsible delivery experiences while fostering an inclusive workplace culture that values diversity and growth. If you are a strategic thinker with a passion for operational excellence, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact.

Qualifications

• Experience in developing new processes across multiple sites/functions.
• Strong technical, strategic, and operational skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead Network Planning and International Planning teams in a 24/7 operation.
• Manage volume forecasts and drive continuous improvement in accuracy.

Skills

Advanced Microsoft Office skills

Excel

Access/Database skills

Analytical tools design

Strategic planning

Operational skills

Job description

Vacancy Location Rugby Hub

This is a Permanent, Full Time vacancy that will close in 18 days at 23:59 BST.

The Vacancy

Are you a strategic thinker with a knack for forecasting and planning? Join our dynamic team as the General Manager of Forecasting and Planning!

Come and join the Evri team!

As the General Manager, you'll be at the helm of accurately forecasting and planning parcel volumes across our network. You'll analyse new information, such as sales and promotional activities, alongside historic trends to understand their impact on demand.

In this role you will track and identify on-going improvement opportunities. You will support and build new reports to improve the planning of the network and highlight failures.

Your clear communication with key stakeholders—Commercial, Finance, Hub, Depot, and Delivery teams—will be crucial. You'll also implement and define new tools, processes, and metrics to continuously improve volume forecasting.

Interested? Then here is what you need to be successful at Evri!

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the Network Planning and International Planning teams in a 24/7 operation.
• Manage daily, weekly, and strategic volume forecasts from both operational and cost planning perspectives.
• Drive continuous improvement in forecasting accuracy and cost savings.
• Design and implement operational recovery plans in collaboration with Operations teams.
• Deliver annual Peak plans and special event forecasts.
• Model and approve Network Infrastructure changes to ensure capacity.
• Influence senior stakeholders with data analysis and corrective actions.
• Establish clear demand planning KPIs to support financial budgeting and benchmarking.

Skills & Qualifications:

• Advanced Microsoft Office skills, including Excel and preferably Access/Database skills.
• Experience in developing new processes and procedures across multiple sites/functions.
• Ability to design analytical tools and reports for senior operations.
• Strong technical, strategic, and operational skills.

At Evri, we know we only grow if our people do too. That’s why we’re committed to building a truly inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone can bring – and be – their whole authentic selves. We’re on a journey to better represent the customers we serve around the UK. We’re committed to removing barriers and ensure that each person at Evri is valued for who they are, and what they bring to our business.

We are Evri. Where everyone is welcome

We’re excited for the future.Let’s deliver it together.

About Us

Every parcel, every person, every place – every delivery made for you.

Evri is leading the way in creating responsible delivery experiences for everyone, everywhere. And we’re doing that by offering the most convenient way to send, receive and return parcels without costing the earth.

Whether it’s a customer sending a present to a friend, a marketplace trader shipping in bulk or a major retailer such as John Lewis, asos or Next, we’ve got it covered. With our team of 30,000 couriers, thousands of local ParcelShops and a growing network of hubs and depots across the country, we safely get parcels from A to everywhere.

And it’s not just customers and retailers who trust us. We’ve won loads of industry awards over the past few years, including gongs for IT, innovation and our green fleet.

But we wouldn’t be the biggest dedicated parcel delivery company in the UK without amazing people. We’re a friendly, ambitious and diverse bunch, united by a passion for delivering the best customer experience. We have great opportunities throughout the business, so take a look to see where you might fit in. We can’t wait to hear from you.