Workforce Planning Manager


Workforce Planning Manager

Contract Type:

Temporary

Location:

Melbourne - VIC

Industry:

Call Centre & Customer Service

Salary:

-

Reference #:

3961931

Contact Name:

Anastasia

Contact Email:


Contact Phone:

Date Published:

18-Sep-2025

Job description

Step into a high-impact Workforce Planning Manager role supporting a large, national contact centre operation. This temporary position offers a fantastic opportunity to lead workforce strategy and operational planning for a team exceeding 120 full-time equivalents across telephony, live chat, email, and back-office functions.
Leverage your expertise in Verint and Salesforce to deliver accurate forecasting, dynamic scheduling, and real-time workload optimisation. You will partner closely with senior managers and team leads to balance business efficiency with superior customer outcomes.

About the Role:
As Workforce Planning Manager, you will be the key driver behind effective staffing strategies across multiple sites. Your insights and planning will ensure service levels are met and optimised through data-driven decision-making. This collaborative role offers hybrid working arrangements from our Melbourne CBD office, combining flexibility with on-site engagement.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Develop detailed short- and long-term workforce forecasts across diverse channels
  • Conduct real-time monitoring and make tactical adjustments to meet service targets
  • Optimise call flow and staff roster management using Verint WFM
  • Report workforce performance insights to leadership regularly
  • Manage leave planning, training resourcing, and roster adherence
  • Partner with operational stakeholders to enhance workforce strategies
About You:
  • Minimum 3 years’ workforce planning experience in contact centres (120+ seats)
  • Proven skills with Verint WFM and Salesforce CRM platforms
  • Demonstrated ability to forecast, budget, and improve staffing efficiencies
  • Strong analytical skills, proficient in Excel and data interpretation
  • Excellent stakeholder management and communication capabilities
  • Comfortable managing hybrid, multi-site or remote teams
What’s on Offer:
  • Short-term temp contract with exciting workforce leadership exposure
  • Hybrid working flexibility with Melbourne CBD office access
  • Competitive hourly rate reflecting your expertise
  • Opportunity to make a tangible difference in a complex, multi-channel environment
Please note – Only permanent residents or citizens will be considered for this position. The successful candidate will also be required to complete a National Police Check.
For a confidential conversation please contact Anastasia at anastasia@smaart.com.au, 0419 892 753 or submit your resume via the APPLY Now button.
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