Production, Planning & Scheduling (Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)Understand operational processes and forecast needs to optimize performanceHighbrook location, close to motorway, free parking, hybrid working optionsRE-THINK what you know about OfficeMax, and be a part of our future growth!The role: Workforce Optimisation PlannerIt's an exciting time for OfficeMax as we look to our future growth opportunities. This newly-created role will have a substantial impact on how we operate in the future.A part of our Commercial Finance team, you will work across our different business units to identify, analyse, and accurately forecast our workforce requirements; optimising performance and advising on required contingency plans to meet the business's labour needs across the year.To be successful in this new role, you will be naturally curious with an analytical mindset and have the ability to effectively collaborate to understand your stakeholders' processes and future needs, advising on best practice.Key ResponsibilitiesCreate accurate forecasts of staffing needs across OfficeMax's operational functions in order to meet customer demand and exceed service standardsOversee the monitoring and analysis of workforce data to identify trends, opportunities for improvement and areas of optimisationMake data-driven recommendations to enhance efficiency and productivityCollaborate with department people leaders to align workforce planning with operational goalsIdentify issues and gaps and highlight impact and solutions to resolveMaintain sound knowledge of industry workforce planning developments, including best practice and new process/system developmentsRecommend strategies to the Commercial Manager and/or Business Unit Leaders for addressing any workforce planning performance shortfalls during the yearWhat you will bring:Bachelors' degree in Business, Operations Management, Mathematics or a related field3-5 years professional experience in Workforce Planning within complex businessesPrevious workforce planning experience is essentialExperience in forecast planning tools is preferredStrong analytical and problem solving skillsExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsStrong knowledge of labour laws and regulationsOfficeMax has RE-SHAPED the business to enhance our customer's experienceBeing able to adapt and evolve has been key to our success. Although our purpose to empower successful and sustainable workplaces across Aotearoa, New Zealand has not changed; the landscape in which we work in has.From product development and service offerings to how we work internally, OfficeMax has taken the time to RE-FOCUS the future of work, while listening to what our customers need. It's now time to deliver on that, and fuel our next level of expansion - haere mai, come join us!People and CultureA business that cares, take your birthday and a wellbeing day off on us!Staff buying ratesHybrid working arrangementsFree parking onsite with a discounted caféGreat people! A business you can be proud to work for!Our people are genuine, and proactive solution finders. We care about our colleagues, customers and the company's success. This is a business with heart and one you can feel proud to work for!We have a diverse culture, and encourage open and transparent communication throughout. One of the key parts to our culture, is that our people know how their work adds value to the wider business. So you can leave each day feeling like you are making a difference, where your voice is heard and respected - always a good start!Not only are we people focused, but we are hugely passionate about being accountable for our Sustainability footprint and our support to Barnardos 0800 What's Up line, Aotearoa New Zealand's only helpline for children and teenagers. We are also proud to be Government partners of the Ikura project, where we provide free period products to education providers across the country.By joining OfficeMax, you are choosing a business that prioritises diversity of culture and thought. You will bring your growth mind-set and enjoy the challenge of constant evolution. No one day is the same!Report this job advert Don't provide your bank or credit card details when applying for jobs.#J-18808-Ljbffr
