Workforce Forecast Analyst (Hybrid)
Location : Warren, MI (Hybrid – Onsite Tuesday–Thursday)
Schedule : Monday–Friday, 1st shift
Type : Contract (52+ weeks) with strong potential for extension and possible conversion
Pay Rate : $30 / hour
Role Overview
We are seeking a Workforce Forecast Analyst to support forecasting, reporting, and analytics for a high-volume contact center environment. This role is not an accounting position. Instead, it focuses on analyzing call center volume, handle times, staffing requirements, and operational trends to improve workforce planning and business performance.
This is a strong opportunity for candidates with experience in forecasting, analytics, reporting, or workforce planning, especially within call center or service operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Forecast interval, daily, weekly, and monthly contact volumes, handle times, staffing needs, and performance metrics
- Build, modify, and maintain forecasting models to predict operational impacts
- Analyze actual vs. forecasted performance and provide variance analysis
- Develop and maintain dashboards and reporting tools to identify trends and insights
- Perform ad-hoc data analysis and present findings to stakeholders
- Collaborate with internal partners to assess impact of operational changes
- Work with data providers to improve data accuracy and model reliability
- Identify opportunities for process improvement and operational efficiency
- Research and apply new forecasting methods, tools, and industry best practices
- Support short-term and long-term forecasting and planning initiatives
- Generate data-driven recommendations to drive efficiency and cost savings
Required Qualifications
2+ years of experience in forecasting, reporting, analytics, or workforce planning (non-accounting)Strong analytical and problem-solving skillsAdvanced Excel skills (pivot tables, formulas, data analysis)Experience working with large datasets and reporting toolsAbility to communicate insights clearly to both technical and non-technical audiencesStrong organizational skills and ability to work independentlyAbility to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlinesPreferred Qualifications
Experience supporting a call center or workforce planning environmentFamiliarity with tools such as :Power BISQLNICE / workforce management toolsMinitabClarabridgeExperience building dashboards and automated reportingBackground in operations analytics, business analytics, or performance reportingWork Environment
Hybrid schedule (on-site midweek)Primarily independent, heads-down analytical workRegular collaboration during forecasting and planning meetingsStrong learning opportunity with exposure across multiple business functionsWhy This Role Is a Great Opportunity
Excellent stepping stone for growth in analytics, operations, or strategyHigh visibility into workforce and operational performanceOpportunity to develop advanced forecasting and data analysis skillsPotential for long-term extension and conversionRegards