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VodafoneThree - Commercial Planning Specialist - 12 Months FTC
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Location: London OR Newbury + Hybrid
Salary: Excellent basic salary plus bonus and Vodafone benefits
Working hours: Full time 37.5 hours per week – Monday to Friday
Hybrid
We believe that through collaboration and connection with our colleagues we can achieve great things. Our hybrid working approach allows our people to work both in the office and at home, providing the flexibility and resources you need to succeed in your role. We don't require you to be in on specific days; instead, we ask people to come into the office 2-3 days each week, for at least 8 days per month. You should work with your line manager to understand what their expectations are for you, your specific role and your team.
Who We Are
We’re here to build a network the UK can count on – one that connects people, places and potential. Because no matter where you live, what your background is, or how you get online – we think everyone deserves the same chance to stay connected, and with VodafoneThree, that future’s being built – today.
We’re creating more than the UK’s best network. We’re helping close the digital divide, empower communities and drive meaningful progress.
We believe that everyone should feel they belong. Whoever you are and whatever your story, there’s space for you here. We’re building a workplace where different perspectives are welcomed, voices are heard, and everyone feels safe to show up as themselves.
You’ll join a team that genuinely cares – about each other, about our customers, and about the future we’re building. From day one, you’ll be welcomed, valued and encouraged to bring your whole self to work.
Why VodafoneThree
Join us and you’ll be at the heart of change. That means building responsibly, investing sustainably and creating opportunities that last.
We’re not just expanding connectivity; we’re reimagining what a connected nation looks like. With £11bn invested in 5G and digital infrastructure, your work will directly power businesses, services, and communities across the country.
You’ll work on real challenges, with real impact, across every corner of the country. Wherever you join us, whatever your role, you’ll be helping to build a future that works better for everyone.
We move at pace, because what we’re building matters – and we’re learning as we go. We’re proud of the progress we’ve made, but we’re just getting started.
Be a part of our Consumer team where creating and developing products, services and propositions is at the forefront. From the way we interact with our customers, to how we communicate in our campaigns and create data-driven propositions, this is where some of our best ideas are brought to life.
What you’ll do
This is a unique opportunity to help shape the future of the UK's largest mobile network. As a Commercial Planning Specialist, you'll turn data into meaningful insights that influence key business decisions across Device Operations. Working with colleagues across Supply Chain, Logistics, Commercial, Finance, HR, Analytics, and VOIS teams, you'll help drive performance, identify opportunities, and support the planning that keeps the business moving forward.
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You will:
- Produce accurate and timely weekly, monthly, and quarterly performance reports that provide clear, actionable insights.
- Analyse commercial and operational data to identify trends, risks, opportunities, and key drivers of performance.
- Support category planning activities by coordinating inputs, engaging stakeholders, and ensuring deliverables are completed on time.
- Partner with teams across Device Operations, Consumer, Enterprise, Finance, and Group functions to provide analytical support for strategic initiatives and projects.
- Transform and visualise data to highlight performance metrics and support better decision-making.
- Continuously improve reporting processes through automation, standardisation, AI-enabled solutions, and enhanced data quality.
- Build trusted relationships with stakeholders across the business to ensure reporting supports evolving priorities and objectives.
- Translate complex information into simple, clear recommendations that support forecasting, planning, and operational performance.
- Maintain strong governance and data accuracy standards to ensure confidence in business reporting.
- Help generate insights that drive measurable improvements across commercial and operational performance.
Who you are
You will bring experience from a commercial planning, reporting, analytics, or performance-focused role.
You will be confident analysing data and explaining what it means in a way that supports business decisions.
You will have a good understanding of commercial drivers, ideally within telecommunications, retail, devices, consumer technology, or a similar industry.
You will be comfortable using Excel and PowerPoint to analyse performance and communicate insights effectively.
You will have strong attention to detail and take pride in delivering accurate work to regular deadlines.
You will be able to manage multiple priorities while collaborating with a diverse range of stakeholders.
You will communicate clearly and confidently, making complex information accessible and actionable.
You will be naturally curious, eager to learn, and motivated to find better ways of working.
You will have an interest in automation, AI, and continuous improvement.
You will enjoy working in a collaborative environment where teamwork, inclusion, and shared success are valued.
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We know that everyone is unique, with multiple aspects to their identity and different experiences behind them. We are passionate about Inclusion for All and creating a workplace where everyone can thrive, whatever their personal or professional background. If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align exactly with every part of the job description, we encourage you to apply as you may be the right candidate for this role or another role, and our recruitment team can help you see how your skills fit in.
We believe that everyone has valuable contributions to make. As a Disability Confident Employer, we actively encourage individuals with disabilities to apply for positions within our team. Through the ‘Offer an Interview’ scheme, we aim to offer interviews to a fair and proportionate number of applicants with disabilities who best meet the essential criteria for our vacancies. If you would like to participate in the scheme, you will have the opportunity to indicate this on your application.
What we offer
We care about our people’s success by offering great pay, bonuses, up to 28 days off plus bank holidays, and paid time for charity work. You can personalise our benefits for you and your family, like discounts, vouchers, a pension plan and loads more. We help with your career through our amazing learning tools and top-notch parental leave policies.
Need to Know
We are regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and all offers of employment for this role are subject to background checks, including criminal (DBS) and financial checks to meet the regulators standards.
If you require any reasonable adjustments or have an accessibility request as part of your recruitment journey, for example, extended time or breaks in between online assessments, a sign language interpreter, or assistive technology, please refer to the Accessibility section of our Careers website (https://careers.vodafone.com/uk/reasonable-adjustments/) for guidance.
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