Demand Planner & Forecaster - (Entry level) (Inventory Modeling Tech Spec)

Job Description
At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We're committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that's welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.
For over a 100 years, Boeing has been making the impossible, possible. From producing a single canvas-and-wood airplane to redefining how we fly over oceans and into the stars, Boeing has become the world's largest aerospace company. And we're just getting started; especially in the UK!
The partnership between Boeing and the UK dates back to the 1930's and continues to get stronger and deeper, with UK jobs, skills and opportunities being constantly generated to support major UK aircraft programmes such as Apache & Chinook helicopters, C-17 Globemaster, P-8A Poseidon and the E-7 AEW&C, to mention a few.
We are searching for a talented Demand Planner & Forecaster (Inventory Modeling Tech Spec) to ensure our company's operations are timely, efficient, and cost-effective. You will assist in all demand planning duties including estimating future product demand, analysing inventory flow, and developing forecast models.
To succeed in this role, you should be professional, proficient with Microsoft IT applications, highly analytical, and possess excellent communication skills. This entry level role is ideally suited to a Post-Graduate individual who is keen to establish themselves in a challenging working environment.
This role is eligible for Hybrid working.
Responsibilities:

• Utilise advanced forecasting techniques and demand planning software to model demand variability and uncertainty to create a robust picture of future demand.
• Monitor forecast and safety stock levels and adjust accordingly.
• Review item forecasts for new, existing and discontinued SKUs.
• Develop plans for maintaining inventory levels, including determining how much inventory should be kept on hand and anticipate potential shortages.
• Propose and implement solutions to improve demand forecast accuracy.
• Provide actionable data analysis to support business cases for demand plans using data-driven methods.
• Support management with risk assessments and mitigation activities.
• Conduct monthly forecast maintenance.
• Address demand-related issues in a timely and effective manner.

Essential Requirements:
Required:

• 2+ years of experience in demand planning, supply chain management, or related field.
• Relative experience of developing accurate demand forecasts and managing inventory effectively.
• Analytical skills with proficiency in Excel (formulas, data manipulation and data summarising)
• Highly effective communication skills with the ability to present complex data and insights to stakeholders.

Preferred:(nice to have)

• Bachelor's or Graduate's Degree in supply chain, engineering, business administration, or equivalent experience.
• Analytical skills with proficiency in statistical modelling and demand planning software (such as ERP, SQL, SAP)
• Working knowledge of SI&OP (Sales Inventory and Operations Planning) processes and tools.
• Certifications such as IBF, APICS CPIM, CSCP are highly desirable.

Additional Skills:

• Analytical skills
• Attention to detail
• Communication skills
• Problem-solving
• Adaptability
• Technical proficiency
• Organisational skills
• Business acumen
• Collaboration and teamwork
• Continuous learning

Important information regarding this requisition: This requisition is for a locally hired position in the UK. Benefits and pay are resolved at the local level.
Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.
Applications for this position will be accepted until Jan. 26, 2026
Export Control Requirements:
This is not an Export Control position.
Relocation
Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.
Security Clearance
This position requires the ability to obtain a BPSS clearance.
Visa Sponsorship
Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
Shift
Not a Shift Worker (United Kingdom)
Equal Opportunity Employer:
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not accept unlawful discrimination in our recruitment or employment practices on any grounds including but not limited to; race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military and veteran status, or other characteristics covered by applicable law.
We have teams in more than 65 countries, and each person plays a role in helping us become one of the world's most innovative, diverse and inclusive companies. We are a Disability Confident Committed employer and welcome applications from candidates with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged to share with our recruitment team any accommodations required during the recruitment process. Accommodations may include but are not limited to: conducting interviews in accessible locations that accommodate mobility needs, encouraging candidates to bring and use any existing assistive technology such as screen readers and offering flexible interview formats such as virtual or phone interviews.