Manager Labor Planning & Forecasting

gategroup•Seattle, WA

About The Position

We’re looking for motivated, engaged people to help make everyone’s journeys better. In the role of Labor Planning & Forecasting Manager, you will have the chance to play a vital part in enhancing our labor resources, assuring streamlined staffing levels, and boosting productivity throughout our operations in multiple units. You will work closely with different departments to optimize labor resource utilization, apply cost-effective strategies, and contribute significantly to the overall accomplishment of our organizational goals. Annual Hiring Range: $90,900 - $ 105,000 Per Year Benefits Paid time off 401k, with company match Company sponsored life insurance Medical, dental, vision plans Voluntary short-term/long-term disability insurance Voluntary life, accident, and hospital plans Employee Assistance Program Commuter benefits Employee Discounts

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent professional experience within operational planning, monitoring operational Key Performance Indicators, or financial controlling
Experience leading strategic or operational workforce planning activities, including demand and gap analysis
Ability to identify complex themes, findings, and suggestions/recommendations from both quantitative and qualitative assessments
Ability to function independently
Easily adaptable and receptive to change, with a strong drive to adopt innovative approaches
Proficient at handling tasks under demanding time constraints
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Skilled in personnel scheduling and rostering
Proficient with Microsoft Office Products (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and SharePoint)
Knowledge of union regulations and labor legislations
Fluent in written and verbal English language
Strong communication skills

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of a second language is a plus

Responsibilities

Labor Resource Planning: Develop and execute comprehensive labor resource planning strategies that align with business goals and operational needs.
Workforce Optimization: Analyze historical data, trends, and market dynamics to optimize labor allocation, ensuring the right workforce is in place to meet demand fluctuations while minimizing overstaffing and understaffing situations.
Budget Management: Collaborate with Finance and Operations teams to develop labor budgets, monitor actual vs. planned expenditures, and provide insights to improve cost efficiency.
Forecasting and Demand Planning: Utilize data-driven forecasting techniques to anticipate labor needs, considering seasonal variations, special events, and other factors that impact workforce requirements.
Labor Analytics: Develop and maintain reporting mechanisms to track key performance indicators (KPIs) related to labor utilization, productivity, and cost, providing regular updates to senior management.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with departments such as Operations, Human Resources, Finance, and Industrial Engineers to align labor plans with operational strategies and business objectives.
Staffing Strategies: Recommend short-term and long-term staffing strategies that align with business goals, including hiring, training, and reassignment of labor resources. Monitor and review weekly schedules to accommodate changing business needs.
Process Improvement: Continuously identify opportunities for process improvement within labor planning and resource allocation and implement best practices to enhance overall efficiency.
Regulatory Compliance: Stay current with labor regulations and policies to ensure all workforce planning activities are compliant with legal requirements.
Team Leadership: Lead and mentor a team of labor planning analysts, fostering a collaborative and results-driven environment.