Strategic Workforce Manager

Here at Avis Budget Group we're more than just rentals—although over 70 years of experience and 11,000 locations in 180 countries has taught us a thing or two about that. We’re shaping the future of the mobility industry with our innovative, customer-focused solutions. Our globally recognized brands - Avis, Budget, Budget Truck and Zipcar - connect people to more. This means more convenience, more options and more time on the road for our customers. But we also connect our employees to more: opportunities, benefits, support, collaboration and most importantly—power to change the future. Sound your speed? Come join our family.

Who We Are:

Here at Avis Budget Group, you will be joining a team of 25,000 driven people, performing with purpose. Together, we’re moving the future of transportation forward with our innovative, customer-focused solutions.

Our culture is performance driven, where we encourage and support each other to be at our best through leadership, training, tools, and rewards.

We are proud to make a positive difference to the lives of our colleagues, customers, and communities where we operate.

What you’ll do:

1.Workforce Forecasting and Planning:

• Develop and maintain models to predict future staffing needs based on business trends, historical data, and strategic goals.

• Assess workforce capacity and manage staffing levels to meet current and future operational requirements.

• Implement and refine processes for accurate workforce forecasting and planning.

2.Data Analysis and Insight Generation:

• Analyze workforce data and trends to provide actionable insights and recommendations for staffing strategies.

• Develop and maintain metrics to track the effectiveness of workforce planning activities.

• Prepare detailed reports on workforce capacity, trends, and forecasts for senior management and stakeholders.

3.Cross-Departmental Collaboration:

• Work closely with Operations, Finance, Recruiting, and Human Resources to align staffing plans with business objectives and address capacity issues.

• Facilitate workforce planning workshops and meetings to ensure alignment and address any concerns.

4.Process Improvement:

• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance workforce planning efficiency and accuracy.

• Monitor industry trends and best practices related to workforce planning and integrate them into the organization's approach.

5.Communication and Reporting:

• Communicate workforce planning strategies and recommendations to key stakeholders, including senior leadership.

• Prepare workforce dashboards and reports on key performance indicators using accurate and high-quality data.

6.Operational Problem-Solving:

• Develop a deep understanding of daily operations and collaborate with supervisors, managers, and front-line staff to identify and address operational problems.

• Conduct root cause analysis and impact assessments to formulate and implement effective solutions.

You should apply if you bring:

• Proven experience in workforce planning, data analysis, or a related field.

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and generate actionable insights.

• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with experience in reporting to senior management.

• Proficiency in workforce forecasting models and metrics development.

• Ability to work collaboratively with various departments and facilitate effective meetings and workshops.

• Knowledge of industry trends and best practices in workforce planning.

• Experience in a managerial or strategic role within a large organization.

• Advanced knowledge of data analysis tools and software.

• Familiarity with process improvement methodologies and change management.

Benefits you’ll receive: 

• Paid time off 
• 401K retirement plan with company matched contributions 
• Access to Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability insurance 
• Eligible to elect other voluntary benefits including: Group Legal, Identity Theft, Insurance, FSA, additional life insurance coverages 
• Contribute up to $260 as a tax free benefit for public transportation or parking expenses 
• Employee discounts, including discounted prices on purchase of Avis / Budget cars 
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program for services including counseling, financial and legal consultation, referrals for care service, and more 

The fine print: 

Avis Budget Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other category protected by applicable law.

This advertisement does not constitute a promise or guarantee of employment. This advertisement describes the general nature and level of this position only. Essential functions and responsibilities may change as business needs require. The compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law. This position may be with any affiliate of Avis Budget Group.

Avis Budget Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.