People & Culture - Manager, Workforce Planning

Aritzia; Toronto; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company in Toronto is seeking a Manager, Workforce Planning to optimize employee schedules across its stores. This role involves driving improvements in labour planning, collaborating with district leaders, and ensuring a positive employee experience. Ideal candidates are committed to the company's values and demonstrate strong collaboration skills. Competitive compensation is offered alongside industry-leading benefits.

Benefits

Product Discount

A-OK Commissary & Cafe

On-site fitness studio

24/7 wellness resources

Creative workplace design

Additional amenities

Dry-cleaning and restaurant discounts

Qualifications

• Commitment to learn and apply company values.
• Enthusiastic attitude towards new opportunities.
• Ability to navigate internal operations effectively.

Responsibilities

• Drive continuous improvement in labour planning.
• Support in identifying process improvements.
• Guide team in data analysis for scheduling.

Skills

Commitment to Aritzia's Values

Enthusiastic approach to challenges

Ability to collaborate with partners

Setting clear objectives

Prioritization skills

Job description

THE TEAM

The mission of the Labour & Workforce Planning Department is to schedule to match the needs of the business with the optimal talent, while controlling labour wastage in support of an incredible employee and client experience.

THE OPPORTUNITY

As a leader of the Labour & Workforce Planning department, you will be part of the team responsible for planning and scheduling talent to match business needs and to support an incredible employee and client experience. As the Manager, Workforce Planning, you will play a pivotal role in optimizing employee schedules for Stores and Concierge centres at the district and regional levels to support the success and growth of our Retail business while minimizing labour wastage. And, with the skills you gain in this role, the opportunities are endless – from a rewarding career in Workforce Planning to continued growth and development with Aritzia.

THE ROLE

As the Manager, Workforce Planning, you will:

• Drive the continuous improvement of the strategic model that enables accurate projection of labour needs and directs the development of the schedule

• Support in identifying process improvements to optimize labour spending and productivity while minimizing wastage

• Guide the team to gather and assess all required data to enable effective planning

• Guide the team to analyze, process, and optimize scheduling inputs at the district and regional level

• Partner with district-level Retail leaders to build optimized schedules that drive effective labour decisions

• Guide the team in revising live week schedules while supporting a positive employee experience

• Work with the appropriate Business Support partners to seamlessly lead the day-to-day function of the department in support of corporate objectives, while enabling progressive career development and an incredible employee experience

THE QUALIFICATIONS

The Manager, Workforce Planning has:

• A commitment to learn and apply Aritzia's Values, Business and People Leadership principles

• An enthusiastic approach to taking on new opportunities and challenges

• A commitment to navigating our internal operations to achieve the best team and business results

• The ability to collaborate fluently with cross-functional partners.

• The skills to set clear objectives with an emphasis on accountability while striving to reach your highest potential

• The skills and/or education that are an asset to perform in the role and the appetite to continuously learn and develop oneself

• A commitment to quality and investing in results that add value to the business

• A sense of urgency and ability to prioritize important work

THE COMPENSATION

The typical hiring range for this position is $100,000–$130,000 CAD per year. The final agreed upon salary may vary based on factors such as job-related knowledge, skills and experience. We are always looking for top talent. If your qualifications differ from those listed above, the scope of work and final agreed upon salary may be adjusted to reflect your individual qualifications. Aritzia’s Everyday Luxury compensation package goes beyond the base salary with endless growth and recognition opportunities through our pay-for-performance philosophy. With comprehensive benefits, aspirational workspaces and elevated employee perks and experiences — we provide it all.

THE PERKS

Some of the industry-leading benefits you will receive working at Aritzia:

• Product Discount — Maybe you’ve heard of our famous product discount? Or our exclusive private shopping events? You have now.

• A-OK Commissary & Cafe — Everyday Luxury dining, exclusive to Aritzia. Our in-house bistro and cafe is a private oasis where employees can enjoy curated, subsidized Everyday Luxury dining.

• The SET — Our in-office fitness studio and gym with state-of-the-art equipment, custom-created classes and optional personal training. Open 7 days a week, it works out well.

• Aritzia Virtual Wellness — Because your health, happiness and safety matter, we provide 24/7 resources to support you in your wellbeing goals, whether they’re physical, mental, social or financial.

• Aspirational Workplace — Our offices are specially designed to be spaces of creativity, productivity and inspiration. They’re also dog friendly. Woof.

• Amenities — Additional amenities include a private parent’s room, shower facilities with elevated complementary conveniences, bike rooms and more.

• The Extras — We also offer a multitude of other perks like dry-cleaning, hotel and restaurant discounts, self-care promos and on-site medical care.

ARITZIA

Aritzia is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Our goal is to be inclusive, diverse, and representative of the communities where we work while creating an environment where every person can enjoy a successful career. This commitment applies to all candidates and employees regardless of race, ethnicity, citizenship, creed, place of origin, religion, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, family status, marital status, disability, age, and any other protected characteristic.

Requests for accommodation due to a disability or any other protected characteristic can be made at any stage of the recruitment process and during employment by contacting our People & Culture Team.