Associate Fulfillment Planning Analyst

Job Description

Role: Associate Fulfillment Planning AnalystLocation: Our office is in Fretwell, Hellaby however this is a role that is also open to home working.Our OrganisationWe are the worlds learning company with more than 22,500 employees operating in 70 countries. We combine world-class educational content and assessment, powered by services and technology, to enable more effective teaching and personalized learning at scale.We believe that wherever learning flourishes so do people. Were committed to a world thats always learning and to our talented team who makes it all possible. From bringing lectures vividly to life to turning textbooks into laptop lessons, we are alwaysre-examining the way people learn best, whether its one child in our own backyard or an education community across the globe. We are bold thinkers and standout innovators who motivate each other to explore new frontiers in an environment that supports andinspires us to always be better. By pushing the boundaries of technologyand each other to surpass these boundarieswe create seeds of learning that become the catalyst for the worlds innovations, personal and global, large and small.At Pearson, we believe in the power of difference. Harnessing the unique skills, perspectives, and backgrounds of every employee helps us foster innovation and create the most effective solutions for learners around the world. Thats why were committedto ensuring that diversity and inclusion are embedded into everything we do. We foster a work environment thats inclusive and diverseand where our people can be themselvesso we can reflect the customers and learners we serve.Pearson is delighted to be committed to the Race Charter, and to be confirmed by Stonewall in the Top 100 Employers LGBTQ+ employers in the UK. We are a Disability Confident committed employer and were recognised in the Best Employers for Diversity 2019awards. We are featured on The Forbes list of Best D&I Employers and are a Working Mums Top Employer and Age Positive employer. Pearson is listed on both the London and New York Stock Exchanges (UK: PSON; NYSE: PSO). We are proud to offer an exceptional and supportive environment to develop your professional career!Your Opportunity

• A full-time permanent role working 37.5 hours per week
• Demand Planning plays a vital role in generating timely forecasts ensuring our products are available to all markets when required. The forecasts require review and collaboration from key stakeholders to reach a consensus and to be as accurate as possible,to minimize stock outs and over stocks. This role will be working as part of a small team which delivers a demand forecast to the Assessment and Qualifications business. You will be required to work closely alongside other Demand Planners, supporting theireveryday responsibilities with the end goal of ensuring a smooth delivery of products to a broad customer base in UK and globally.

Your Primary Responsibilities

• You will work as part of the team to maintain and enrich the UK and Global Schools forecast using our forecasting software
• Liaise with the Product teams, Finance, Sales and Marketing to capture new publishing, promotions & general sales expectations, and then translate the subsequent impact to the volume forecasts
• Work closely with manufacturing and inventory teams to ensure continuity of supply
• Provide support with queries on possible data anomalies and requests
• Support Demand Planners with specific data and analytics requests and duties, using Excel in the main

Our Successful CandidateYou have good organizational & communication skills with ability to remain calm under pressure. Our ideal candidate has strong Microsoft Excel skills and has good attention to detail and ability to analyst data. You have strong belief in delivering resultsas part of a team and is self-motivated and forward thinking. An experience in demand planning would also be beneficial.Salary: £20,000 to £25,000Your 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.

If we sound like a good match for you, or maybe for a friend, wed love to receive your application, please include both a CV and a cover letter outlining why you are suitable for this role. Applications received without a covering letter will notbe considered.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. Wedo that 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 thrive. To learn more about Pearsons commitment to a diverse and inclusive