WFM Scheduler

Cognizant Technology Solutions Philippines Inc.; Taguig; On-site; PHP 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Cognizant Technology Solutions Philippines Inc. is seeking a Workfor ce Management Team Leader to drive scheduling initiatives, analyze trends, and deliver actionable insights for improved service delivery and staffing efficiency. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to align workforce with forecasted demand and business objectives.

The role emphasizes leadership, data-driven decision making, and proficiency with WFM tools and analytics to optimize performance across global accounts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in any field.
• Strong experience in Workforce Management Scheduling and Forecasting.
• People management and team leadership experience.
• Knowledge of WFM tools such as Verint, Calabrio, IEX, or Genesys.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and workforce analytics.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong understanding of WFM metrics, staffing models, scheduling principles, and workforce calculations.
• Experience supporting BPO, Contact Center, or Operations environments.
• Knowledge of MS Office, Google Sheets, and Erlang-based workforce planning.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage workforce schedules, shift plans, and staffing strategies aligned with forecasted demand and business objectives.
• Monitor staffing coverage, schedule adherence, workforce utilization, and operational performance to ensure service level attainment.
• Analyze workforce data, identify trends, and provide actionable insights through reports and dashboards to support leadership decisions.
• Manage schedule exceptions, leave planning, shrinkage activities, and off-phone allocations to maximize staffing efficiency.
• Collaborate with Operations, Forecasting, Real-Time Management, and Training teams to maintain workforce alignment with business needs.
• Drive process improvement, reporting automation, and workforce optimization initiatives while ensuring adherence to WFM best practices.
• Lead, coach, and develop WFM team members while supporting workforce planning and client-facing initiatives.
• Provide backup support for Forecasting, Planning, Reporting, and Real-Time functions as needed.

Skills

Workforce management scheduling

Forecasting

People management

WFM tools knowledge (Verint, Calabrio,

IEX

Genesys

Microsoft Excel

Workforce analytics

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

WFM metrics & staffing models

BPO/Contact Center operations

Power BI & Tableau (preferred)

Reporting automation & processimprov.

Presenting insights to leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Verint

Calabrio

IEX

Genesys

MS Office

Google Sheets

Erlang-based workforce planning

Job description

Job Summary

Join a high-impact Workforce Management team where you'll play a key role in driving operational success through strategic scheduling, workforce optimization, and data-driven decision-making. As a Workforce Management Team Leader, you'll lead scheduling initiatives, analyze workforce trends, deliver actionable business insights, and collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to enhance service delivery, staffing efficiency, and overall operational performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and manage workforce schedules, shift plans, and staffing strategies aligned with forecasted demand and business objectives.

• Monitor staffing coverage, schedule adherence, workforce utilization, and operational performance to ensure service level attainment.

• Analyze workforce data, identify trends, and provide actionable insights through reports and dashboards to support leadership decisions.

• Manage schedule exceptions, leave planning, shrinkage activities, and off-phone allocations to maximize staffing efficiency.

• Collaborate with Operations, Forecasting, Real-Time Management, and Training teams to maintain workforce alignment with business needs.

• Drive process improvement, reporting automation, and workforce optimization initiatives while ensuring adherence to WFM best practices.

• Lead, coach, and develop WFM team members while supporting workforce planning and client-facing initiatives.

• Provide backup support for Forecasting, Planning, Reporting, and Real-Time functions as needed.
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in any field

• Strong experience in Workforce Management Scheduling and Forecasting

• Good people management and team leadership experience

• Strong knowledge of Workforce Management tools such as Verint, Calabrio, IEX, or Genesys

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and workforce analytics

• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Strong understanding of WFM metrics, staffing models, scheduling principles, and workforce calculations

• Experience supporting BPO, Contact Center, or Operations environments

• Knowledge of MS Office, Google Sheets, and Erlang-based workforce planning

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Power BI and Tableau

• Exposure to SLA-driven workforce planning and scheduling models

• Experience managing shift-based operations

• Background in reporting automation, process improvement, and workforce analytics

• Ability to present workforce insights and recommendations to business leaders and stakeholders
  

Why Join Us?

At Cognizant, we don’t just offer jobs—we build careers that thrive in the digital era.

• Growth That Matters – Clear career paths, continuous learning, and opportunities to move into leadership or specialized roles. You’re not just filling a seat—you’re building a future.

• Support That Empowers – A collaborative culture where your voice is heard, your ideas matter, and your well-being is prioritized through strong benefits and work-life balance.

• Impact That Inspires – Work on global accounts that shape industries, influence millions of users, and give you a sense of purpose beyond the paycheck.