Lead the gathering and analysis of data for forecasting purposes, including historical performance data, volume trends, and seasonality patterns.
Identify and address any deviations from planned staffing levels and service targets.
Assess forecasting variances and align with business objectives and support strategic decision-making.
Provide insights and recommendations based on data analysis to drive operational efficiency and improve service delivery.
Act as a subject matter expert (SME) in advanced forecasting techniques, models, and tools, ensuring forecast accuracy and reliability.
Conduct regular capacity planning to ensure that staffing levels meet business demands and service level agreements (SLAs).
Document standard operating procedures (SOPs), guidelines, and best practices related to scheduling, forecasting, and capacity planning.
Identify opportunities for process improvement within the WFM department and assist in implementing solutions to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
Address volume discrepancies and trends, call arrival pattern deviations, and proactive forecasting practices to ensure successful operations.
What We Look For
5+ years of experience in performing WFM functions (specifically forecasting and capacity planning) in a contact center environment required.
Strong knowledge and experience with workforce management software (NICE) and telephony systems (e.g., Automatic Call Distributors, IVR systems).
Excellent working knowledge of Excel or Google Sheets, and the ability to organize/analyze data in a structured manner.
Focused, self-motivated, and reliable with the ability to stay focused on a task and work independently.
Ability to build rapport and trust with teams cross-functionally and across all levels.
Possesses a positive attitude with excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to interact and build solid working relationships with all levels of the organization.
Ability to work in a team environment and adapt to changing workload and circumstances effectively as well as respond to new information quickly.
Knowledge of the financial services regulatory environment.
Ability to maintain and follow Hybrid policy and commutable distance to the office.
Adhere to all company security policies and data handling procedures.
Complete mandatory security awareness training within required timeframes.
Promptly report any suspected security incidents or suspicious activity to the Security team.