Sr Headcount Planner, Advertising Urgent

DESCRIPTIONAmazon Advertising is the earth s most customer centric advertising program and is dedicated to driving measurable outcomes for brand advertisers agencies authors and entrepreneurs Our ad solutions-including sponsored display video and custom ads-leverage Amazon s innovations and insights to find attract and engage intended audiences throughout their daily journeys helping advertisers build brand awareness increase product sales and more Advertising Forecast and Strategy team F-ACTS FnS organization owns the end-to-end Forecasting and Strategic planning for Advertising Trust Operations Advertising Services and Cosworth We are looking for an experienced professional with excellent analytical skills and strong business acumen to develop and implement innovative Strategical Headcount Planning tools and mechanisms in a fast-paced and innovative environment at a global scale This role requires someone with strong analytic skills and business acumen who will work with stakeholders on strategic planning projects within Amazon Advertising Some examples of project work may include support of long-term Amazon Advertising site strategy planning models development input forecasting and general project evaluation for Amazon Advertising network cost quality scale flexibility and business continuity The ideal candidate will have a strong analytic background that enables him her to manage global network planning a demonstrated ability to think broadly and strategically about Advertising initiatives and the ability to persuade executives to build consensus on objectives Key job responsibilities Key responsibilities include xc2xb7 Leading Amazon Advertising Headcount Planning initiatives and strategy xc2xb7 The successful candidate will work in lock step with multiple business teams Campaign management Scaled Design Advertising Operations and QA organizations Program Management Training Recruitment and Finance leadership xc2xb7 Optimize headcount capacity for the business by balancing customer experience service levels employee experience operational flexibility and cost effectiveness xc2xb7 Manage the analysis of daily weekly and monthly reporting of key performance indicators xc2xb7 Ownership of Service Level and Occupancy goals at a WW level xc2xb7 Coordination of global analytic roll-ups in support of project work and reporting as needed xc2xb7 Create new reporting analytic opportunities by analyzing and understanding key planning processes xc2xb7 Thought leadership on integration of new products services supported by Advertising xc2xb7 Document writing and presentations up to the director level BASIC QUALIFICATIONSxc2xb7 Bachelor s degree in mathematics statistics computer science engineering economics or related field xc2xb7 5 years experience in Operational and Strategical Headcount Planning xc2xb7 Experience in quantitative research or analyses xc2xb7 SQL and Excel experience xc2xb7 Excellent communication verbal and written and interpersonal skills and an ability to effectively communicate with both business and technical teams xc2xb7 Proven problem solving skills project management skills attention to detail and exceptional organizational skills xc2xb7 Ability to deal with ambiguity and competing objectives in a fast paced environment while delivering results Service Level and occupancy goals Finance objectives PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSxc2xb7 Received a Master s degree xc2xb7 Operations research or capacity planning experience xc2xb7 Experience working with SPSS SAS R Python in a professional setting xc2xb7 Some programming experience is a plus to automate tools whenever appropriate xc2xb7 Basic Working knowledge of Six Sigma tools and Lean techniquesOur inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process including support for the interview or onboarding process please visit https amazon jobs content en how-we-hire accommodations for more information If the country region you re applying in isn t listed please contact your Recruiting Partner