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We are committed to provide our Employees a stable work environment with equal opportunity for learning and personal growth. Creativity and innovation are encouraged for improving the effectiveness of Southwest Airlines. Above all, Employees will be provided the same concern, respect, and caring attitude within the organization that they are expected to share externally with every Southwest Customer.
Job Description: Job Summary
The People of Southwest Airlines come together to deliver on our Purpose, which is to connect People to what’s important in their lives through friendly, reliable, and low-cost air travel. The Manager Workforce Planning and Analytics invests in the future of Southwest’s People by leading the Workforce Planning Team within the Talent & Leadership Development Department. This role will lead a Team to leverage a combination of people strategy, Workforce Planning, and analytical skills to support position management, headcount tracking, and pacing that align with the AOP plan. The Manager Workforce Planning and Analytics is a skilled communicator and innovative thinker who is excited to develop a Team and make a meaningful impact on position management at Southwest Airlines.
Additional Details:
The culture of Southwest Airlines means we embrace a flexible workplace and value the camaraderie, collaboration, and innovation that occurs when we come together and interact face-to-face at our vibrant Corporate Campus. This role is a hybrid position based out of our Corporate Campus in Dallas, TX, which requires Employees to work onsite on our Corporate Campus at least three days a week. The Department designates the specific three days of the week Employees must work on-site.
U.S. citizenship or current authorization to work in the U.S. required and no current or future work authorization sponsorship available .
Southwest Airlines is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We continue to look for opportunities to reflect the communities we serve, and welcome applicants with diverse thoughts, backgrounds, and experiences.
Model the Southwest Way
Guide and lead team members using SWA talent management practices to coach, develop, and engage employees
Adhere to Company values and competencies to foster a culture of inclusion, recognition, and support of a safe work environment
Invest in leadership and self-growth through participating in continuous learning and development
Responsibilities
Manage team and mature Workforce Planning capability to plan, and prioritize, across departments in partnership with FP&A and HR Business Partners
Lead team that supports the creation of job requisitions and helps to understand requisition demand for various Customer groups to build and develop strategies to help streamline the Workday recruiting process
Implement headcount strategies consistent with the Annual Operating Plan, ensuring alignment with budgetary constraints.
Implement strategy developed for supply & demand salaried forecasting, maintain headcount drivers, and recommend to department heads, FP&A, Talent Acquisition, and HR Business partners a strategic workforce plan that aligns with budget
Analyze workforce data and trends using tools such as Workday Adaptive Planning to inform decision-making and develop scenario planning capabilities.
Manage and maintain headcount plans developed for both salaried and hourly Workforce Planning teams using Workday Adaptive
Drive partnerships with HR Business Partners, Finance, and business leaders to strengthen annual headcount planning process and determine if Talent Acquisition pacing aligns with FP&A budget
Maintain HR data that is required for Workforce Planning processes, such as skills, job architecture, and position categories
May perform other job duties as directed by Employee's Leaders
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Expert knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint
Knowledge with salaried Workforce Planning & HR Data Analytics preferred
Knowledge with position management or other headcount planning technologies is strongly preferred
Skilled in developing and supporting department application solutions, evaluating the risks and benefits of different solutions
Skilled in understanding and meeting internal/external Stakeholder requirements, expectations, and needs
Ability to take personal ownership to influence recommendations, judgments, actions, and decisions related to advising stakeholders
Ability to keep Senior Leadership up-to-date on project status considering the nuances of each internal Customer
Ability to marshal resources (People, materials, and support) to accomplish complex tasks
Ability to present compelling arguments to support decisions with data to back up proposed solutions
Ability to optimally engage executive audiences in diverse settings Education
Required: High School Diploma or GED
Experience
Demonstrated experience in directly or indirectly leading team(s)
Fully functioning, broad knowledge in:
Workforce planning and business data analysis efforts
Workforce Strategies and annual operation plans
Position Management Foundation
Preferred: Experience with Workday
Licensing/ Certification
N/A
Physical Abilities
Ability to perform work duties from [limited space work station/desk/office area] for extended periods of time
Ability to communicate and interact with others in the English language to meet the demands of the job
Ability to use a computer and other office productivity tools with sufficient speed and accuracy to meet the demands of the job
Other Qualifications
Must maintain a well-groomed appearance per Company appearance standards as described in established guidelines
Must be a U.S. citizen or have authorization to work in the United States as defined by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986
Must be at least 18 years of age
Must be able to comply with Company attendance standards as described in established guidelines
Pay & Benefits
Competitive market salary from $130,750 - $145,300.00 per year* depending on qualifications and experience, with opportunity for future pay increases based on performance and market movement. For eligible leadership and individual contributor roles, additional bonus opportunities are available and awarded at the discretion of the company.
Benefits you’ll love:
Fly for free, as a privilege, on any open seat on all Southwest flights (your eligible dependents too)
Up to a 9.3% 401(k) Company match, dollar for dollar, of your eligible pay, per paycheck**
Potential for annual ProfitSharing contribution toward retirement -when Southwest profits, you profit***
Explore more Benefits you’ll love: https://careers.southwestair.com/benefits
- Pay amount doesn’t guarantee employment for any particular period of time
***ProfitSharing contributions are subject to plan’s vesting schedule and are made at the discretion of the Company
Southwest Airlines is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Job Posting End Date
03/20/2024
