Commercial Planning Analyst

About us.

We are The Very Group and we’re here to help families get more out of life. We know that our customers work hard for their families and have a lot to balance in their busy lives. That’s why we combine amazing brands and products with flexible payment options on Very.co.uk to help them say yes to the things they love. We’re just as passionate about helping our people get more out of life too; building careers with real growth, a sense of purpose, belonging and wellbeing.

About the role.

We are looking for a driven, ambitious Commercial Planning Analyst to join the Commercial team focusing on the Electricals & Toys, Gifts Beauty (ETGB) categories. This role will report into the Senior Commercial Manager and support the delivery of the category strategies by providing data-driven recommendations to maximise profitability. 

You will be able to draw relevant insights from complex internal and external data sets, synthesising information into clear, actionable recommendations to support decision making across the wider category teams. You’ll gain a deep understanding of the commercial drivers within the ETGB categories and be able to identify the impact of decisions on category P&Ls. 

This role is highly dependent on cross-functional working, influencing and challenging the category teams and wider internal and external stakeholders to drive the most profitable results for the business. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Draw commercial insights from complex datasets to enable strategic decision-making with the aim of maximising profitability. 

• Utilise your deep knowledge of data manipulation to build comprehensive models, reports and dashboards (knowledge of Excel is essential, PowerBI, SQL and Teradata experience is preferred). 

• Present data in clear, easy to understand formats for senior leaders. 

• Use the data-driven insights to engage and influence category teams, suppliers and cross-functional stakeholders. 

• Ensure the strategic direction is accurately reflected in the category forecasts and budgeting and support the development of the long-term financial plans. 

• Support the Senior Commercial Manager and Category teams with trading decisions by providing performance insight, scenario planning, promo planning and financial forecasts.  

• Identify and unlock opportunities to drive brand and supplier profitability. Create and share supplier commercial insight with Category Managers to drive supplier performance. 

About you.

• Knowledge of Microsoft Excel is essential, PowerBI, SQL and Teradata experience is preferred with experience handling a variety of data sources. 

• Strong PowerPoint skills, with the ability to synthesise data-led insights into clear, easy to understand presentations. 

• Solution and delivery focused decision maker who can work under pressure, obsess over the customer and make the right choices to benefit the customer experience. 

• Demonstrates strong commercial acumen with strong ability to interpret results and identify key drivers and trends. 

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail. 

• Positive, driven & brings energy to the role. 

• Comfortable balancing multiple priorities, both short and long-term. 

Some of our benefits.

• Flexible, hybrid working model
• Inclusive culture and environment, check out our Glassdoor reviews

• £1.000 flexible benefits allowance to suit your needs
• 30 days holiday + bank holidays
• Udemy learning access
• Bonus potential (performance and business-related)
• Up to 25% discount on Very.co.uk

• Matched pension up to 6%
• More benefits can be found on our career site

How to apply

Please note that the talent acquisition team are managing this vacancy directly, and if successful in securing this role, you will be required to undertake a credit, CIFAS, Right to Work checks and if a specific requirement of your role a DBS (criminal records) check. Should your application progress we require you to let the team know if there is anything you need to disclose in relation to any of these checks prior to them being undertaken, including any unspent criminal convictions.

What happens next?

Our talent acquisition team will be in touch if you’re successful so keep an eye on your emails! We’ll arrange a short call to learn more about you, as well as answer any questions you have. If it feels like we’re a good match, we’ll share your CV with the hiring manager to review. Our interview process is tailored to each role and can be in-person or held remotely.

You can expect a one-stage interview process for this position:

1st stage - An informal 30-45 minute video call with the hiring team to discuss your skills and relevant experience. This is a great opportunity to find out more about the role and to ask any questions you may have.

2nd stage -  A one-hour formal task based interview This will be held in-person at our Speke, Liverpool office.

As an inclusive employer please do let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments.

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Equal opportunities

We’re an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.