Operational Planning Manager

JR United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a versatile candidate to take on a dynamic role that merges the responsibilities of a Deployment Manager and an Operational Planning Manager. This exciting position requires a strong understanding of operational workforce planning and deployment strategies, as well as exceptional organisational skills to manage competing demands effectively. The ideal candidate will have essential experience with Oracle HR and a strong analytical mindset, complemented by proficiency in Excel for data manipulation. Join a forward-thinking team where your contributions will play a vital role in enhancing operational efficiency and effectiveness.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of resource use strategies for operational planning.
• Exceptional organisational skills to manage competing demands.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deploy a large workforce efficiently and effectively.
• Utilise Oracle HR for system navigation and operational support.

Skills

Operational Workforce Planning

Organisational Skills

Oracle HR Experience

Analytical Mindset

Excel Proficiency

Communication Skills

Job description

We are seeking a versatile candidate for a role that combines the responsibilities of both a Deployment Manager and an Operational Planning Manager.

Key Responsibilities

1. Operational Workforce Planning and Deployment: Strong understanding of strategies to ensure efficient and effective resource use.
2. Organisational Skills: Exceptional ability to prioritise tasks and manage competing demands in a dynamic environment.
3. Oracle HR Experience: Essential experience with Oracle HR for effective system navigation and utilisation.
4. Analytical Mindset: Ability to assess and interpret data, providing insights for informed decision-making.
5. Excel Proficiency: Proficient in Excel for data manipulation and management to support operational needs.
6. Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills to convey information clearly to various stakeholders.

Ideal Candidate Background

1. Experience in planning and deploying a large, volume-based workforce.
2. Strong IT skills and analytical abilities, particularly in using Excel.