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Forecasting & Planning Insights Analyst

Walsall Permanent View Job Description
The Forecasting & Planning Insights Analyst will play a key role in analysing and interpreting data to provide actionable insights for financial planning and forecasting. This role requires a detail-oriented professional with strong analytical skills based in Walsall.
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About Our Client

The company is a well-established and market leading organisation who are committed to fostering a professional environment that encourages innovative thinking and values analytical expertise in accounting and finance.

Job Description

  • Master the Forecast: You will lead the end-to-end creation of granular daily and hourly demand forecasts (0-180 days), ensuring precise alignment between workload and staffing levels.
  • Data-Driven Precision: Use SQL to dive into complex datasets and apply advanced statistical forecasting methods to build robust, evidence-based planning assumptions.
  • Strategic Insight: Act as a key advisor to leadership, translating raw data into actionable intelligence that solves resourcing challenges and optimises operational performance.
  • Performance Tracking: Own all forecast analysis and reporting to proactively identify operational risks and spot opportunities for efficiency gains.
  • High-Level Support: Partner closely with Senior Management to drive the long-term strategic direction during annual and quarterly planning cycles.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Forecasting & Planning Insights Analyst should have:

  • Proven experience in financial analysis, planning, or a related field.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
  • Proficiency in financial modelling and data analysis tools.
  • Familiarity with accounting and finance principles within the industrial/manufacturing sector.
  • Excellent communication skills to present insights effectively to stakeholders.
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities efficiently.

What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary up to £40,000 p/a
  • Flexible hybrid working model with 2 days in the office and 3 days from home.
  • Good benefits package.
  • Opportunity to earn annual bonus.



This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated Forecasting & Planning Insights Analyst to make an impact. Apply now to take the next step in your career!

Contact
Sam Sahota
Quote job ref
JN-032026-6965231
Phone number
+441212309351

Job summary

Job function
Accounting
Subsector
Commercial & Analysis
Sector
Business Services
Location
Walsall
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Sam Sahota
Consultant phone
+441212309351
Job reference
JN-032026-6965231