Responsibilities
- Create and manage sophisticated analytical models to forecast staffing needs, headcount, licenses, and budget requirements.
- Apply statistical methods such as time series analysis, regression, and machine learning to develop accurate forecasting models.
- Design optimization models using linear programming and heuristic approaches to determine efficient headcount and scheduling plans under constraints.
- Collaborate with internal teams to identify forecasting challenges and improve decision-making through data-driven insights.
- Build and sustain forecasting systems for key performance indicators related to labor utilization and staffing across internal and external teams.
- Work closely with operational planning teams to understand workforce scheduling and headcount planning contexts.
- Use financial and budget data to identify opportunities for improving productivity and operational efficiency.
- Implement best-in-class statistical methods, tools, and processes for generating reliable staffing forecasts.
- Communicate planning recommendations to leadership and ensure clear, concise messaging across cross-functional stakeholders.
- Lead regular forecasting and capacity planning discussions with stakeholders to review staffing projections and objectives.
- Generate, document, and present forecast metrics to management, supporting recommendations with robust modeling and logic.
- Collaborate with finance and operational leaders during annual planning to set budgets, headcount targets, and efficiency goals.
- Coordinate with other analytics teams to access necessary data for accurate forecasting outputs.
- Mentor junior analysts by reviewing technical work and supporting their analytical and professional development.
- Explore external vendors, data platforms, and innovative solutions to enhance forecasting capabilities.
- Stay current with data warehouse developments and provide technical direction across operational teams.
Benefits
- Comprehensive health insurance with full premium coverage for employees and dependents at all coverage levels.
- Flexible spending allowances for technology, food, lifestyle, and family-related expenses.
- Generous time-off policies with competitive vacation and holiday allowances.
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan offering discounted company shares.
Compensation
K. 4
Work Arrangement
Remote (Country)
Other
- Pay Grade - K
- Equity Grade - 4
- Employees new to Affirm typically come in at the start of the pay range.
- Affirm focuses on providing a simple and transparent pay structure which is based on a variety of factors, including location, experience and job-related skills.
- Base pay is part of a total compensation package that may include equity rewards, monthly stipends for health, wellness and tech spending, and benefits (including 100% subsidized medical coverage, dental and vision for you and your dependents.)
- A limited number of roles remain office-based due to the nature of their job responsibilities.
- Affirmers in proximal roles have the flexibility to work remotely, but will occasionally be required to work out of their assigned Affirm office.
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