Capacity Planning Analyst - London

Job Description

Capacity Planning Analyst

As a Capacity Planning Analyst in London, you will use analytics to plan capacity across Transport & Distribution activities and help operations run smoothly. You will turn data into clear plans and insight that support day-to-day decisions across the business.

Client Details

Capacity Planning Analyst

The organisation operates in the Transport & Distribution industry in London.

Description

Capacity Planning Analyst

• Analyse operational data to identify capacity needs and support effective planning decisions.
• Build and maintain capacity plans that help teams prepare for changing demand.
• Review trends and performance data to highlight potential pressure points early.
• Produce clear reports and insight for colleagues across the Analytics department.
• Work with operational teams to gather relevant data and improve the accuracy of plans.
• Translate complex data into practical recommendations for day-to-day planning.
• Monitor planned capacity against operational activity and flag material variances.
• Improve planning data and reporting methods to provide reliable information.

Profile

Capacity Planning Analyst

A successful Capacity Planning Analyst should have:

• Experience in capacity planning, demand forecasting or operational analysis.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex operational data.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with Power BI or similar reporting tools.
• Experience building forecasting models and translating insights into business recommendations.
• Knowledge of capacity modelling, workforce planning or operational planning methodologies.
• Ability to work with large datasets and identify trends, risks and opportunities.
• Experience collaborating with operational stakeholders to support planning decisions.
• Aviation, transport, rail, logistics or infrastructure sector experience would be advantageous.

Essential

• Advanced Excel.
• Power BI.
• Forecasting and planning experience.

Desirable

• Fabric, SQL, Python or simulation tools.
• Airport, transport or logistics experience.

Job Offer

Capacity Planning Analyst

• Fixed-term contract - 12 month
• Salary up to £60,000, dependent on the level of experience.
• Standard benefits.
• London-based Capacity Planning Analyst role within Transport & Distribution.

If you're interested in this role, apply now.

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