- Cape Town CBD
- Salary: Market Related
- Job Type: Permanent
- Sectors: Call Centre Insurance Management
- Benefits: Pension Training Parking Maternity Leave
- Reference: WFM - Manager
- Employment Equity Position
Vacancy Details
Employer: EXL Service
We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Workforce Management (WFM) Manager to lead a team of WFM/MIS Supervisors and Analysts supporting multiple clients across a dynamic, multi-site BPO environment.
The successful candidate will be responsible for end-to-end workforce planning, management information systems, reporting governance, operational support, and performance optimization. This role requires strong leadership, analytical expertise, stakeholder management, and a hands-on approach to driving operational excellence, client satisfaction, and financial performance.
Leadership & Team Management
- Lead, coach, mentor, and develop a team of WFM/MIS Supervisors and Analysts supporting multiple clients and locations.
- Foster a high-performance culture through effective performance management, career development, and employee engagement initiatives.
- Build team capability, succession plans, and talent retention strategies.
Workforce Management & Planning
- Oversee all workforce management functions, including forecasting, capacity planning, scheduling, and real-time management.
- Ensure optimal resource utilization while maintaining service level commitments and operational efficiency.
- Drive workforce planning strategies to support business growth and changing operational requirements.
MIS Reporting & Service Delivery
- Manage the delivery of accurate, timely, and insightful MIS and WFM reporting for internal and external stakeholders.
- Oversee reporting operations across 3–5 client accounts within a multi-site, multi-platform environment.
- Review, validate, and approve dashboards, scorecards, reports, and analytical outputs before distribution.
- Ensure data integrity, reporting governance, and adherence to reporting standards.
Operational & Client Management
- Partner closely with Operations, Clients, and Support Functions to achieve business objectives and service commitments.
- Act as a key escalation point for reporting and workforce-related issues, driving timely resolution and sustainable improvements.
- Provide strategic insights and recommendations to support decision-making and operational performance.
- Serve as a trusted advisor in client reviews, business discussions, and performance governance forums.
Performance & Financial Management
- Ensure achievement of all operational KPIs, SLAs, and client deliverables.
- Monitor financial performance, identify efficiency opportunities, and implement cost optimization initiatives.
- Develop and maintain performance scorecards, reporting frameworks, and management dashboards.
- Drive continuous improvement through process optimization, automation, analytics, and best-practice implementation.
Governance & Continuous Improvement
- Establish and standardize MIS and WFM processes, controls, and operational frameworks.
- Lead process reengineering, automation projects, and maturity improvement initiatives.
- Ensure compliance with data governance, confidentiality, security, and organizational policies.
- Promote a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement.
Required Skills
- Forecasting
- Planning
- Scheduling
Candidate Requirements
- Minimum 6 years of experience in Workforce Management within a multi-site, multi-client BPO environment.
- Minimum 2 years of leadership experience managing multiple programs of varying size, complexity, and client requirements.
- Proven experience managing MIS reporting, workforce planning, forecasting, capacity planning, and operational analytics.
- Advanced proficiency in WFM and reporting tools, including Excel, Power BI, Tableau, SQL, or equivalent analytical platforms.
- Experience managing large-scale BPO operations across multiple geographies and clients.
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