Workforce Planning Analyst

Kura; Durban; On-site; ZAR 306,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading contact center solutions provider in KwaZulu-Natal is seeking a Workforce Planning Analyst to analyze and optimize resource plans. The role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and advanced Excel proficiency. Responsibilities include forecasting demand and conducting performance analysis. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Canteen allowance

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to analyze complex data.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other data analysis tools.
• Excellent communication skills to present information clearly.

Responsibilities

• Forecast and analyze demand based on historical data.
• Develop resource plans for optimal utilization of resources.
• Conduct performance analysis comparing actual outcomes with forecasts.
• Collaborate across teams to align planning activities.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Communication skills

Experience with workforce management tools

Education

NQF level 4 / 5

Lean 6 Sigma preferable

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Workforce Planning Analyst

Location: Richefond Circle, South Africa

Hours: Monday to Friday 9am to 7pm

Salary: up to R360 000.00 per annum DOE

This is a permanent full-time role as a Workforce Planning Analyst in our Richefond Circle South Africa office. The role is on-site.

Who we are

Kura provides award-winning outsourced contact centre solutions across UK and South Africa. Its software subsidiary Inisoft develops advisor desktop solutions with full omni-channel capabilities sold globally. Kura & Inisoft create and provide services and solutions to over 50 clients across many industry verticals. About Us: We are in business because we want to help people to develop and to reach their full potential.

We are building a culture that shifts the mind-set from focusing on things and stuff to people and behaviour. We call this process Crossing the Bridge. Our Vision is to be Unrivalled in Developing People.

Role Details

What if you worked with a company that has the same passion for delivering high quality customer service as you? What if that company was highly focused on developing you as an individual, invested in growing your leadership and management skills, and giving you both the tools and autonomy you need to be successful?

In this role you will play a crucial role in analyzing and optimizing resource plans across cross-functional accounts. Your primary responsibility will be to provide accurate forecasting, create effective workforce/workload models and identify improvement opportunities to enhance productivity and revenue.

You will be responsible for:

• Forecasting and Demand Analysis: Utilize historical data trends and other key indicators to generate accurate demand forecasts. This will include forecasting for omni channel.
• Collaborate with operations teams to identify key drivers that impact intraday performance and factor them into capacity models to reforecast demand and build remedial plans.
• Regularly monitor forecast vs planned accuracy and make necessary adjustments to improve future plans.
• Resource and Capacity Planning: Develop resource plans to ensure optimal utilization of available resources across cross-functional accounts.
• Collaborate with workforce planning team internally to allocate staff efficiently and align schedules with forecasted demand.
• Monitor capacity utilization, queue availability and proactively identify potential bottlenecks or overages, recommending adjustments as needed.
• Performance Analysis and Reporting: Conduct performance analysis by comparing actual KPI outcomes with forecasts and targets.
• Identify and investigate deviations from plan, analysing root causes and providing recommendations for improvement.
• Create dashboards, reports and presentations to communicate telephony and staffing performance insights to stakeholders.
• SOP Improvement Initiatives: Continuously identify opportunities to enhance optimisations, streamline processes and reduce costs across the business.
• Collaborate with all internal stakeholders to implement process improvements ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
• Cross-functional Collaboration & Stakeholder Management: Work closely with operations teams, workforce management, quality assurance and other relevant stakeholders to gather insights and understand account-specific requirements (with internal and external stakeholders).
• Work with Senior ops to align planning activities with client expectations and contractual obligations.
• Act as a liaison between different departments fostering effective communication and promoting a collaborative work environment.

Benefits

As well as a clear structure for your personal and professional development we also provide a comprehensive package of benefits which include medical insurance, canteen allowance and more.

Requirements

Education and Qualifications

Essential

• NQF level 4 / 5
• Lean 6 Sigma preferable

Desired

• Award winning capabilities in Planning

Skills, Knowledge and Capability

Essential

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to analyse complex data sets and translate them into actionable insights.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, formulas, macros) and other data analysis tools.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to present complex information in a clear and concise manner.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Experience with workforce management tools and forecasting software is a plus.

Next steps

Feel ready to jump in? Click Apply Now or contact the team:

• WhatsApp our Recruitment Team
• Email us

Required Experience

IC

Key Skills

Direct Sales, Administrative Skills, Logistics Distribution, Facilities Management, Civil Project Management, ASIC

Employment Type: Full-Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1