Demand Planner

Job Description

About the CompanyPearson is a global education company that helps people around the world to make progress in their lives through learning. With a rich heritage that combines 150 years of experience in publishing with the latest learning technology and digital services,we help people to learn whatever, wherever and however they choose.Our strength comes from our outstanding people; our strong relationships in the education world; our expertise in using technology to help people learn; our global footprint and local reach; and our position as a profitable, global company with a unifyingsense of purpose.Your OpportunityThe Demand Planner plays an important role in the generation of timely demand forecasts and presenting them for review, validation, and refinement for the assigned market.The Demand Planner in the key markets works with assigned cross functional teams such as Finance, Editorial, Marketing, and Sales to incorporate current and relevant market intelligence into the demand plan (in cooperation with the Forecast Analysts). Thisrole leads the Demand Review process to arrive at the Consensus Demand Plan.The Demand Planner reports into the global Supply Chain department and works in strong collaboration with the Forecasting Analysts at the Planning and S&OP Centre.Key Performance Areas

1. Generation of accurate and timely demand forecasts using attribute-based forecasting methods
2. Enrich baseline forecast through challenge and validation of market intelligence received from Lines of Business
3. Provide input to the Central S&OP Managers; lead and support the S&OP process in preparation to Demand Review Meeting as well as Pre-S&OP meeting.
4. Actively collaborate with Supply Planning to ensure optimal inventory levels and minimize backorders

Functional Outputs and Associated Activities

1. Generation of accurate and timely demand forecasts using attribute-based forecasting methods

• Liaise and interact with Finance, Editorial, Sales and Marketing to ensure all required information from publishing plans is provided to Forecast Analysts for developing new title and backlist forecast
• Validate forecast profile selection and associated confidence level with Forecast Analyst and generate timely demand forecasts.
• Coordinate with Forecast Analyst to ensure update to Forecast Accuracy and Forecast Bias metrics
• Provide support with any queries on possible data anomalies

1. Enrich baseline forecast through challenge and validation of market intelligence received from Lines of Business

• Generate list of ISBNs to seek Sales and Marketing input based on poor forecasting performance analysis done by Forecast Analyst
• Review changes from previous month from marketing and promotional plans
• Create list of discussion points and challenge provided market intelligence to increase accuracy to the demand plan
• Agree enrichment to the forecast including cannibalisation with Sales and Marketing and update Forecast Analyst.

1. Lead and support the S&OP process in preparation to Demand Review Meeting as well as Pre-S&OP meeting.

• Manage the sign-off process for consensus demand plans across geographies following the demand review meeting.
• Ensure that the final consensus demand plan is provided to the Demand Planning Manager ahead of the Pre-S&OP meeting.

Our Successful Candidate

• You have experience in forecasting and/or demand planning experience in a publishing or retail environment.
• Familiarity with the print publishing business.
• Proficiency in statistics, forecasting and forecasting methods with an understanding of their financial and operational impacts
• Ability to lead multi-functional activities, analyze large volumes of information, and resolve complex issues in rapidly changing environment.
• Strong analytical, organizational, decision making and presentation skills.
• Bachelors degree is desired.

Your Reward & BenefitsWell expect a lot and we know youll do great work, so we give a lot back with some of the best benefits in the business. We know that one size doesnt fit all, so our workplace programmes meet the different needs of our diverse teams and their familiestoo. There is a range of options, too many to list here, but when you join our Pearson family you can look forward to:

• A starting holiday of 25 days plus UK public holidays and youll earn 1 additional days holiday per year you work with us.
• Generous pension scheme where we match and double what you contribute.
• Maternity, paternity, and family care leave as well as flexible work policies.
• Stock/share purchase options.
• Healthcare and dental plans, and an employee wellbeing assistance programme for you and your family to help balance work, family and personal life.
• Cycle to work program, gym membership concessions in selected office locations, along with retail and leisure discounts.

Our Recruitment ProcessPlease ensure that you apply directly on our Pearson Careers website only. We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible. Wishing you success with your application!#LI-POST Learning is the most powerful force for change in the world. More than 20,000 Pearson employees deliver our products and services in nearly 200 countries, all working towards a common purposeto help everyone achieve their potential through learning. We dothat by providing high quality, digital content and learning experiences, as well as assessments and qualifications that help people build their skills and grow with the world around them. We are the worlds leading learning company. Learn more at pearsonplc.com.Pearson believes that wherever learning flourishes, so do people. We are committed to being an anti-racistcompany in everything we do. We value the power of an inclusive culture and a strong sense of belonging. We promote a culture where differences are embraced,opportunities are accessible, consideration and respect are the norm, and all individuals are supported in reaching their full potential. Through our talent, we believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion make us a more innovative and vibrant place to work.People are at the center, and we are committed to a sustainable environment and workplace where talent can learn, grow, and thriv