Role: Junior Demand Planner

　　Location: Fretwell and Hellaby

　　About Pearson:

　　We are the world’s learning company with more than 18,000 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. We’re committed to a world that’s 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 always re-examining the way people learn best, whether it’s 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 and inspires us to always be better. By pushing the boundaries of technology — and each other to surpass these boundaries — we create seeds of learning that become the catalyst for the world’s 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. That’s why we’re committed to ensuring that diversity and inclusion are embedded into everything we do. We foster a work environment that’s inclusive and diverse — and where our people can be themselves — so we can reflect the customers and learners we serve.

　　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 their everyday 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 Candidate

　　You 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 results as part of a team and is self-motivated and forward thinking. An experience in demand planning would also be beneficial.

　　Your Reward & Benefits

　　We know you’ll do great work, so we give a lot back with some of the best benefits in the business. We know one size doesn’t fit all, so our workplace programs meet the different needs of our diverse teams, and their families, too.

　　Please see our attractive UK benefits here: Pearson Jobs - Benefits

　　What to expect from Pearson

　　Did you know Pearson is one of the 10 most innovative education companies of 2022?

　　At Pearson, we add life to a lifetime of learning so everyone can realize the life they imagine. We do this by creating vibrant and enriching learning experiences designed for real-life impact. We are on a journey to be 100 percent digital to meet the changing needs of the global population by developing a new strategy with ambitious targets. To deliver on our strategic vision, we have five business divisions that are the foundation for the long-term growth of the company: Assessment & Qualifications, Virtual Learning, English Language Learning, Workforce Skills and Higher Education. Alongside these, we have our corporate divisions: Digital & Technology, Finance, Global Corporate Marketing & Communications, Human Resources, Legal, Strategy and Direct to Consumer. Learn more at We are Pearson.

　　We value the power of an inclusive culture and also 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 building a workplace where talent can learn, grow and thrive.

　　Pearson is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E-Verify. We want a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit and business need. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other group protected by law. We strive for a workforce that reflects the diversity of our communities.

　　To learn more about Pearson’s commitment to a diverse and inclusive workforce, navigate to: Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Pearson.

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　　Job: SUPPLY CHAIN

　　Organization: Assessment & Qualifications

　　Schedule: FULL_TIME

　　Req ID: 14296