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Capacity Planner
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What they do
A City and Town Planner plans and designs projects that maintain or improve the quality of life in a city or town. Addresses specific transportation, economic development, housing and environmental issues. Develops plans that address aesthetic as well as technical concerns. Identifies community goals and anticipates the future impact of development.
$70,288 / year median in Wisconsin
+4% projected growth
Job Description
Develop short-term and long-term capacity forecasts based on business demand, historical trends, and growth projections. Analyze workforce, operational, and production capacity to identify risks, constraints, and opportunities. Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to utilization, productivity, throughput, and service levels. Collaborate with leadership teams to align capacity plans with organizational objectives. Create workforce and resource models to support budgeting and operational planning. Identify staffing needs and recommend hiring, scheduling, or resource allocation strategies. Conduct scenario planning and what-if analyses to evaluate changing business conditions. Prepare regular reports, dashboards, and presentations for leadership review. Partner with Finance, Human Resources, Operations, and other stakeholders to support strategic decision-making. Continuously improve forecasting methodologies, planning processes, and reporting tools. Bachelor's degree in Business, Operations Management, Supply Chain, Finance, Statistics, Human Resources, or related field. 3+ years of experience in capacity planning, workforce planning, forecasting, operations analysis, or resource management. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and reporting tools. Experience working with forecasting and planning models. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Ability to interpret large datasets and translate findings into actionable recommendations. Experience with workforce management, ERP, CRM, or planning systems. Knowledge of forecasting methodologies and statistical analysis. Experience with Power BI, Tableau, SQL, or similar analytics tools. Project management experience. APICS, Six Sigma, PMP, or related certification. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.