Temporary Workforce Lead (Virtual, CAN)

<p style="margin: 0in; font-size: 11pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI', sans-serif;"><strong><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; color: #00677f; border: 1pt none windowtext; padding: 0in;">Role Overview </span></strong></p> <p style="margin: 0in; font-size: 11pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI', sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Reporting to the Manager, Process and Performance, the Workforce Lead will contribute to Sirva’s success by overseeing a team of Quality Analysts, Reporting Analyst and Workforce Analysts supporting the CX Operations.  The operations utilize the latest contact center technology (voice/video calls, emails, text messages, VoIP and chats) and this position will play a key role in monitoring and evaluating the employees resolving customer queries and service escalations as well as provide Workforce management oversight. </span></p> <p style="margin: 0in; font-size: 11pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI', sans-serif;"><strong><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; color: red; border: 1pt none windowtext; padding: 0in;"> </span></strong></p> <p style="margin: 0in; font-size: 11pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI', sans-serif;"><strong><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; color: #00677f; border: 1pt none windowtext; padding: 0in;">What You’ll Be Doing</span></strong></p> <ul style="margin-bottom: 0in; margin-top: 0px;"> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI', sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Oversee quality assurance, reporting and work force management (WFM) activities in CX operations centers </span></li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI', sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Direct activities of the Quality Analysts, reporting and WFM to achieve operational goals.</span></li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI', sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Lead the design of contact monitoring formats and quality standards. </span></li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI', sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Develop reporting and metrics using the data mined from quality monitoring system.</span></li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI', sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Identify trends through data analysis and provide to site leadership</span></li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI', sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Participate in customer focus groups to identify customer needs and expectations and make recommendations for enhancing quality data elements.</span></li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI', sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Lead calibration meetings with Operations and Learning and Development </span></li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI', sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Develop and maintain reports to mine pertinent data on a recurring and/or ad-hoc basis</span></li> </ul> <ul style="margin-bottom: 0in; margin-top: 0px;"> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI', sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Implement new workforce management tools and resources as they become available.</span></li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI', sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Continually review report setups, codes and data to ensure valid information is being provided to the management team with regards to actual volumes, forecasted volumes, current headcount and budgeted headcounts.</span></li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI', sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Maintain constant communication with CX Operations teams to coordinate needed staffing adjustments based on current and forecasted results.</span></li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI', sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Generate short and long-term staffing models and provides recommendations based on analysis.</span></li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI', sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Develop ad hoc reports relating to workforce management to meet internal business requirements as needed.</span></li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI', sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Proactively identify, support and coordinate report automation opportunities whenever possible.</span></li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI', sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Compare results to forecast and identify opportunities for improvement.</span></li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI', sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Regularly report out on workload and capacity</span></li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI', sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Regularly report out on SLAs vs actual results</span></li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI', sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Serve as a technical resource </span></li> </ul> <p style="margin: 0in; font-size: 11pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI', sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;"> </span></p> <p style="margin: 0in; font-size: 11pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI', sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; color: #00677f; border: 1pt none windowtext; padding: 0in;">People Management </span></p> <ul style="margin-bottom: 0in; margin-top: 0px;"> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI', sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Manage 1-7 employees</span></li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI', sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Manage on floor operations ensuring discipline and professionalism within the team, while delivering superior service to customers / clients</span></li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI', sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Own, run and manage daily reporting for operational effectiveness</span></li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI', sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Establish meaningful performance objectives that align with organizational strategy </span></li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI', sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Provide Employee feedback in weekly 1:1 sessions. Honestly evaluate, document, and discuss each direct report's progress toward objectives and achievement of results on a regular basis.</span></li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI', sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Focus on continual improvement of people and process.</span></li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI', sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Perform mid-year and annual performance appraisals</span></li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI', sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Immediately addresses performance issues </span></li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI', sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Work with leadership and Workforce Management teams to ensure adequate staffing, resources, training and coaching</span></li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI', sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Provide inputs for nominations from the team for appropriate rewards and recognition for achievement of stated objectives </span></li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI', sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Effectively manage upward and downward communication</span></li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI', sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Respond positively to evolving and changing business environment by both seeking and incorporating feedback and demonstrating the ability to adapt, while keeping a positive attitude</span></li> </ul> <p style="margin: 0in; font-size: 11pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI', sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;"> </span></p> <p style="margin: 0in; font-size: 11pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI', sans-serif;"><strong><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; color: #00677f; border: 1pt none windowtext; padding: 0in;">What You Bring to Sirva </span></strong></p> <ul style="margin-bottom: 0in; margin-top: 0px;"> <li style="text-align: justify; margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI', sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Bachelor’s Degree and relevant work experience</span></li> <li style="text-align: justify; margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI', sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">3-5 years’ experience in a leadership role in operations support in a contact center / desktop support environment</span></li> <li style="text-align: justify; margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI', sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Outstanding customer service skills and dedication to providing exceptional customer care</span></li> <li style="text-align: justify; margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI', sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Strong quantitative, analytical and technical aptitudes</span></li> <li style="text-align: justify; margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI', sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions</span></li> <li style="text-align: justify; margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI', sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Attention to detail, strong organizational and time management skills </span></li> <li style="text-align: justify; margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI', sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills</span></li> <li style="text-align: justify; margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI', sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Must be able to effectively deal with people at all levels within the Company</span></li> <li style="text-align: justify; margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI', sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Ability to multitask and successfully operate in a fast paced, team environment</span></li> <li style="text-align: justify; margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI', sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Must adapt well to change and successfully set and adjust priorities as needed</span></li> <li style="text-align: justify; margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI', sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Must be proficient with Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Word, Excel)</span></li> <li style="text-align: justify; margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI', sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Career oriented individual looking for a long-term association</span></li> </ul> <p style="text-align: justify; margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI', sans-serif;"> </p> <p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11pt;">At Sirva, we are committed to fair and transparent compensation practices. In accordance with applicable provincial and federal laws, we provide the following salary information for this position:</p> <p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11pt;"> </p> <ul style="direction: ltr; unicode-bidi: embed; margin-top: 0in; margin-bottom: 0in;" type="disc"> <li style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; vertical-align: middle;"><span style="font-weight: bold; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11pt;">Position Title:</span><span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11pt;"> Workforce Lead</span></li> <li style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; vertical-align: middle;"><span style="font-weight: bold; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11pt;">Salary Range:</span><span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11pt;"> $31-$32CAD/HR</span></li> <li style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; vertical-align: middle;"><span style="font-weight: bold; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11pt;">Benefits:</span><span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11pt;"> Comprehensive benefits package that includes choice of two Medical plans and two dental plans; Retirement plan, RRSP employer match (after 1 year), Life & Disability Insurance, and more. Benefits are based on employment status and may not be available for temporary or part-time employees</span></li> </ul> <p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11pt;"> </p> <p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11pt;">Salary ranges may vary based on location, market conditions, and other factors such as experience and qualifications. The final compensation will be determined during the hiring process based on these considerations.</p> <p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11pt;"> </p> <p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11pt;">For positions available outside Canada, salaries will take into account local currency and market conditions, which may differ from the CAD salary range. If you have any questions about salary or benefits, we encourage you to ask during the hiring process.</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-size: 13.3333px;">Sirva Worldwide Relocation and Moving is a global leader in moving and relocation services, offering solutions for mobility programs to companies of every size. With 75 owned locations and more than 1,000 franchised and agent locations in 177 countries, we offer unmatched global breadth supported by localized attention and innovative technology that strikes the right balance of self service and human support. From relocation and household goods to commercial moving and storage, our portfolio of Brands (Sirva, Team Relocations, Allied, & northAmerican) provides the only integrated moving/relocation solution in the industry. By leveraging our global network, we deliver a superior experience that only a “one-stop shop” can provide. We’re a team that works globally to provide the best service locally — a company that is everything you need, everywhere you need it. For more information please visit <a rel="noopener" href="https://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.sirva.com%2F&data=02%7C01%7Cvictorine.mbah%40ceridian.com%7C58f94b1705694110d41e08d834f3ae04%7C289321e09db64644b371956e6056d9eb%7C0%7C0%7C637317569578137236&sdata=V15TOG2tpvx6YQ14wuR%2FmlRrQMwvSpbmgTMRE0pI%2BU8%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank">www.sirva.com</a>.</p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="font-size: 13.3333px;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif;"> </span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="font-size: 13.3333px;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif;">Sirva brings together strong, collaborative people in a dynamic culture of mutual respect, support, and passion for the brand and product. We believe innovation drives winning performance, and we constantly challenge ourselves to be the very best we can in every aspect of our business. You will be surrounded by some of the brightest and most driven people in the industry. At Sirva, you will be in great company!</span><br> <br><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif;">Sirva is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, military status, genetic information or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Sirva also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories.</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="font-size: 13.3333px;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif;"> </span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="font-size: 13.3333px;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif;">If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability of any part of the employment process, please send an email to Human Resources at <a rel="noopener" href="mailto:HRSIRVA@SIRVA.com" target="_blank">HRSirva@Sirva.com</a> and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.</span></p>

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