Workforce Strategy & Analytics Director

Workforce Strategy & Analytics Director

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline (business, analytics, engineering, computer science) and 10 years’ experience in a related field. The right candidate could also have a different combination, such as a master’s degree and 8 years’ experience; a Ph.D. and 5 years’ experience in a related field; or 14 years’ experience in a related field
• 7+ years of relevant analytical experience, experience in the automotive industry preferred
• Advanced understanding of workforce management concepts (capacity planning, scheduling etc.)
• Experience leading organizational transformation through direct reports, influence, and thought leadership
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment while operating with considerable autonomy
• Exceptional written and verbal communication
• Compelling storytelling ability to achieve desired outcomes and extensive presentation experience required
• Strong financial knowledge including a working knowledge of P&L statements
• Skilled at translating operational analysis into consumable insights that drive business decisions
• Ability to anticipate stakeholders’ needs
• Familiarity and experience with data visualization and business intelligence tools along with knowledge of enterprise data warehouses
• Ability to travel up to 25% of the time early in the role

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough discovery of existing behaviors, processes, and technology to identify opportunities for workforce optimization
• Evaluate the potential value of identified opportunities to the business, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and objectives
• Assess the difficulty and feasibility of addressing identified challenges, considering technical, operational, organizational and financial factors
• Develop comprehensive business cases for proposed workforce strategies, including detailed analyses and justification for recommended actions
• Present strategic roadmaps and business cases to executive leadership, clearly articulating the benefits, risks, and expected outcomes
• Lead the execution of approved workforce strategies, overseeing cross-functional teams and ensuring successful implementation through change management
• Stay informed about industry trends, competitive advancements, and best practices in workforce management to keep strategies current and effective
• Conduct analyses to identify capacity planning issues and assess their impact on business performance and financial outcomes
• Partner with management to provide strategic guidance on workforce-related matters, addressing evolving business and staffing needs
• Drive the standardization of workforce planning and management processes to ensure consistency and scalability
• Build a perspective on what tools and systems can be utilized to help Manheim accomplish our labor optimization goals. This includes machine learning, artificial intelligence (A.I.), predictive analytics, and data management capabilities
• Develop and implement labor planning strategies that align with business goals and market demands
• Build and maintain strong relationships with field and business stakeholders, creating forums for feedback and influencing better labor utilization practices

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in the automotive industry preferred