Strategic Forecasting & Planning Lead (24/7 Ops)

Evri; Coventry; Hybrid; GBP 58,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Evri Premium in Coventry is seeking a seasoned Forecasting & Planning Manager to lead our network forecasting and planning function. You will translate data into actionable operational plans, shaping how the network meets customer demand.

You will work closely with senior stakeholders across Commercial, Finance, Hub, Transport and Delivery to drive service performance, cost optimization and efficiency across the network.

Qualifications

• Senior forecasting/demand planning or network planning leadership experience.
• Strong analytical skills with large datasets.
• Advanced Excel skills; modelling with VBA or databases desirable.
• Experience developing processes and driving continuous improvement across multi-site operations.
• Strong understanding of transport, logistics or parcel delivery operations.
• Excellent leadership, stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Strategic mindset and ability to translate data into practical operational solutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead forecasting and planning across a 24/7 operation.
• Own daily, weekly and long-term volume forecasting.
• Drive forecasting accuracy, performance and cost efficiencies through data-driven improvements.
• Lead peak planning for seasonal demand and major events.
• Identify volume trends, capacity risks and resource needs for delivery.
• Develop forecasting tools, models and processes to improve decisions.
• Influence senior stakeholders across multiple operations.

Skills

Forecasting leadership

Demand planning

Data analysis

Excel modelling

VBA

Multisite operations

Logistics expertise

Leadership & stakeholder management

Strategic mindset

Tools

Excel

VBA

Job description

Evri Premium in Coventry is seeking a seasoned Forecasting & Planning Manager to lead our network forecasting and planning function. You will translate data into actionable operational plans, shaping how the network meets customer demand.

You will work closely with senior stakeholders across Commercial, Finance, Hub, Transport and Delivery to drive service performance, cost optimization and efficiency across the network.