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BPO Workforce Management (WFM) Needed

  • 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

Apply before Jul 30 2026 | 52 Days left

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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.
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  • Minimum 2 years of leadership experience managing multiple programs of varying size, complexity, and client requirements.
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  • Proven experience managing MIS reporting, workforce planning, forecasting, capacity planning, and operational analytics.
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  • Advanced proficiency in WFM and reporting tools, including Excel, Power BI, Tableau, SQL, or equivalent analytical platforms.
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  • Experience managing large-scale BPO operations across multiple geographies and clients.

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About EXL Service

From our beginnings in business process services to becoming a global leader in data and AI, EXL has over 25 years of proven experience redefining what's possible for our clients. We empower businesses across industries like insurance, healthcare, banking and capital markets, retail, communications and media, and energy and infrastructure. By combining data, AI, and deep industry expertise, we drive transformation and growth for those we serve.

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