Description Amazon is a company of builders. A philosophy of ownership carries through everything we do — from the proprietary technologies we create to the new businesses we launch and grow. You’ll find it in every team across our company; from providing Earth’s biggest selection of products to developing ground-breaking software and devices that change entire industries, Amazon embraces invention and progressive thinking. Amazon is continually evolving; it’s a place where motivated employees thrive, and ownership and accountability lead to meaningful results. It’s as simple as this: we pioneer. The EU Ops PXT Research & Analytics team (R&A) is looking for an ambitious and enthusiastic leader to build and manage the end to end Workforce Planning function in EU Ops PXT. In this role you will build, manage and scale the planning, forecasting and reporting capabilities of the Workforce Planning function across the twelve countries EU PXT operate. The role will specifically work with finance teams to build labour forecasting models, generate reporting on how the organisation is moving towards its goals, own ad hoc analysis on queries relating to Workforce Planning, and work with senior leadership teams to communicate insights to key business stakeholders. You will not only execute on the required skills but also be able to influence, educate, and drive results in a fast-paced and ambiguous environment Key job responsibilities -Generate Workforce requirements as part of regular planning cycles -Build, maintain and automate recurring metrics and reports using SQL, Excel and/or other scripting languages. -Complete ad hoc data retrieval and analysis using relational databases, Excel and other data management systems. -Monitor existing metrics, work with leaders to obtain path to greens on metric bridges. -Design and implement reporting solutions enabling stakeholders to manage the business and make effective decisions. -Help gather requirements and specifications with business and development teams. Basic Qualifications -Significant work experience in a relevant field e.g Business Analytics, Forecasting, Finance etc -Proficient Microsoft Excel Skills with proven knowledge of advanced formulas and VBA. -Advanced knowledge of SQL including expertise in ETL. -Proven independent worker managing expectations outside of a normal team structure. -Capable of adapting approach across multiple technologies and not being constrained to a single solution. -Technical Expertise and in-depth knowledge of planning and analysis tools; solution driven approach to system and process; advanced computer literacy (MS Excel, Database Definition Language). -Able to communicate complex messages and outputs from their analysis in a confident and ‘simple way’, and the ability to train others in technical/analysis skills. -Strong tactical level operator; thrive on analytics and detailed investigation; able to coordinate workload -Proficiency with quantitative analysis, and database skills required Preferred Qualifications -Any additional technical skills such as advanced programming (Redshift, Python, R, Django, etc.), data visualization (Tableau, Qlikview, PowerPivot, Microstrategy) or operations research can be a bonus. -Experience of working in a dynamic HR environment -Project management experience Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We value your passion to discover, invent, simplify and build. Protecting your privacy and the security of your data is a longstanding top priority for Amazon. Please consult our Privacy Notice (https://www.amazon.jobs/en/privacy\_page) to know more about how we collect, use and transfer the personal data of our candidates. Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https://www.amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations.