Contact Centre Forecasting & Demand Planning Specialist

Company: Longreach Recruitment
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Location: West Midlands
Job Description:

Contact Centre Forecasting & Demand Planning Specialist

Overview

Job Description

£38,000 ~ £45,000 + Bonus + Broad Flexible Benefits

Location: West Midlands | Hybrid: 2 Days onsite per week

We’re recruiting a “Contact Centre or Field Based Resource” experienced Forecasting & Demand Planning Insights Analyst to join an established and progressive Operations Forecasting & Planning team who provide analytical, forecasting and demand modelling expertise for both a complex and change orientated Contact Centre and a large-scale national Field Resource function.

If you’re a technically talented Forecasting Analyst with demonstrable experience creating mid to long range Demand Planning and Forecast models, Capacity Plans and Scenario Models utilising advanced Excel techniques within a contact centre setting we’d love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

  • Build accurate short- and mid-term demand forecasts for National Field Resource and Contact Centre operations.
  • Analyse large datasets, identify key drivers, and translate insights into clear planning recommendations.
  • Use SQL, Excel, and Power BI to create models, reports, and daily/weekly forecasting outputs.
  • Work closely with Resource Planning and Operational teams to ensure we have the right people in the right place at the right time to meet frequently fluctuating demand.
  • Monitor forecast performance and continuously improve accuracy.

Your Experience & Skills

  • Demonstrable experience fulfilling forecasting outputs and models within a contact centre operational environment (essential).
  • Advanced modelling experience (forecasting, demand planning and capacity planning).
  • Advanced Excel with (ideally) some SQL skills; Power BI or similar BI tool experience.
  • Background in forecasting, planning, or operational analytics (field or contact centre desirable).
  • A clear communicator who can explain insights in a simple, meaningful way.
  • Well organised, curious, and comfortable managing multiple priorities.

Keen to apply and learn more? Register your interest in the Contact Centre Forecasting & Demand Planning Specialist by applying as directed.

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Posted: April 11th, 2026