Head of Workforce Planning

Michael Page (UK); United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent recruitment agency in the United Kingdom is seeking a Head of Workforce Planning to develop and implement effective workforce strategies within the retail sector. This role involves leading a team, forecasting staffing needs, and providing strategic advice to management. The ideal candidate will have expertise in workforce planning, strong analytical and communication skills, and a strategic mindset. A competitive salary of £55,000 to £60,000 is offered for this permanent position based in Devon.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Opportunities for growth

Supportive company culture

Permanent position

Qualifications

• Proven expertise in workforce planning and resource management within the retail industry.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data effectively.
• Experience in leading and managing teams to achieve organisational objectives.
• Knowledge of relevant policies, regulations, and industry standards in workforce planning.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• A strategic mindset with the ability to align workforce planning with business goals.
• Proficiency in workforce planning tools and software.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement effective workforce planning strategies to meet retail objectives.
• Analyse staffing needs and forecast future workforce requirements in line with business goals.
• Collaborate with department heads to align workforce plans with operational demands.
• Monitor and report on workforce metrics, ensuring optimal resource allocation.
• Lead and manage a team to deliver workforce planning solutions.
• Identify and address gaps in workforce capacity and capability.
• Ensure compliance with relevant policies and regulations in workforce planning activities.
• Provide strategic advice to senior management on workforce planning initiatives.

Skills

Workforce planning expertise

Analytical skills

Team leadership

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Strategic mindset

Proficiency in planning tools

Job description

• Looking for an experienced leader within workforce management
• Dynamic role that encompasses strategy, forecasting and driving productivity

About Our Client

This role is with a large organisation in the retail industry that prides itself on delivering exceptional service and maintaining a strong operational framework. The company is known for its comprehensive approach to workforce management and its commitment to operational excellence.

Job Description

• Develop and implement effective workforce planning strategies to meet retail objectives.
• Analyse staffing needs and forecast future workforce requirements in line with business goals.
• Collaborate with department heads to align workforce plans with operational demands.
• Monitor and report on workforce metrics, ensuring optimal resource allocation.
• Lead and manage a team to deliver workforce planning solutions>
• Identify and address gaps in workforce capacity and capability.
• Ensure compliance with relevant policies and regulations in workforce planning activities.
• Provide strategic advice to senior management on workforce planning initiatives.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Head of Workforce Planning should have:

• Proven expertise in workforce planning and resource management within the retail industry.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data effectively.
• Experience in leading and managing teams to achieve organisational objectives.
• Knowledge of relevant policies, regulations, and industry standards in workforce planning.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• A strategic mindset with the ability to align workforce planning with business goals.
• Proficiency in workforce planning tools and software.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary ranging from £55,000 to £60,000.
• Opportunities to contribute to a large organisation within the retail industry.
• Supportive and professional company culture.
• Permanent position based in Devon.

If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding role as a Head of Workforce Planning in Devon, this is an excellent opportunity to advance your career in the retail industry. Apply today to be considered for this exciting position!