Purpose/Summary At Olympus, we are committed to building a future-ready HR organization that drives innovation, operational excellence, and strategic workforce planning. This role is a key leadership position within the Global HR Strategy, Transformation & Execution team, responsible for advancing workforce analytics, strategic workforce planning, and data-driven decision-making. By leveraging cutting-edge technologies and fostering collaboration across regions, this role will ensure the right talent is in the right roles at the right time to support organizational success. Primary Duties and Responsibilities Workforce Analytics & Planning Leadership Lead a global Center of Excellence (COE) for workforce analytics and planning, ensuring alignment with business strategies and identifying talent gaps. Develop and implement workforce planning tools and technologies, such as AI-driven platforms, to enhance data insights and decision-making. Oversee the evolution of people data and insights, ensuring the team has the tools and methods to deliver actionable analytics. Drive the annual headcount planning process and monitor progress through quarterly business reviews. Collaboration and Technology Expertise Partner with HR, Finance, and business leaders to integrate workforce planning into broader business strategies. Act as a subject matter expert in workforce analytics, providing insights to senior leaders and cross-functional teams. Continuously evaluate and adopt emerging tools and technologies to enhance workforce planning capabilities. Process Ownership Serve as the Global Process Owner (GPO) for strategic workforce planning, ensuring global alignment and continuous improvement. Collaborate with regional stakeholders to standardize processes while addressing local compliance needs. Stakeholder Management Partner with HR Business Partners, Talent Management, and Employee Insights teams to address skill gaps and support long-term talent strategies. Build relationships with external vendors to ensure effective delivery of workforce planning programs. Educate business leaders on the benefits of strategic workforce planning and build HR team capabilities in this area. Implementation and Development Establish a global framework for strategic workforce planning and oversee the adoption of future planning tools. Develop initiatives to align talent strategies with business needs, regulatory changes, and industry trends. Analytics and Technology Use workforce analytics and predictive modeling to assess workforce supply and demand, identify skills gaps, and recommend actions. Develop KPIs to evaluate program impact and identify opportunities for improvement. Drive the adoption of HR technologies to enhance operational efficiency and workforce planning. Experience and Qualifications Education: Advanced degree (e.g., MBA, Master’s, or PhD) in Finance, IT, Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related field, or equivalent experience. Experience: 10+ years of experience in strategic workforce planning, workforce analytics, or a related field. Proven ability to develop and execute workforce strategies that support business growth. Strong expertise in workforce analytics, HR data interpretation, and predictive modeling. Experience with workforce planning tools and HR systems, with a focus on digital transformation. Skills: Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work with diverse teams and stakeholders across geographies. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to interpret complex data and provide actionable insights. Leadership skills to influence and guide cross-functional teams in a matrixed environment. Proficiency in process design, governance, and continuous improvement. Competencies Strategic Thinking: Connecting workforce capabilities to long-term business goals. Analytical Skills: Interpreting workforce data to identify trends and forecast needs. Leadership and Influence: Guiding strategic decisions and building organizational capabilities. Global Perspective: Approaching challenges with a global mindset. Communication: Tailoring messages to diverse audiences and stakeholders. Additional Information Olympus is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Reasonable accommodations will be provided to individuals with disabilities during the application and interview process. This role may require occasional travel. We are deeply committed to fostering a respectful, fair, and welcoming workplace for all individuals, perspectives, and lifestyles. We believe in fostering a non-discriminatory, inclusive work environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging, in full compliance with legal standards. Empathy and unity are core to our company culture, empowering employees to contribute fully and flourish. We warmly encourage all who wish to bring their talents to Olympus to apply.
As a Product Owner and Solution Expert in the global Supply Chain at Olympus, you play a crucial role in guiding the organization through the digital revolution of global supply chains. Your primary responsibilities include acting as a product owner for global supply chain tech applications such as Digital Planning and Control Tower. You will be responsible for collecting business requirements, prioritizing them, and making informed decisions to steer their execution as the central interface to IT as a business representative. Collaboration with IT solution delivery and operation teams is essential, where you will be involved in developing change requests and conducting critical operations tasks to ensure stable business operations. Additionally, you will manage transitions, rollouts, and lifecycle projects for specific solutions from the business side, along with maintaining up-to-date documentations, trainings, and change management. Managing solution-specific roadmaps and feature backlogs, you will also lead as a key contact and trainer for the global (key) user community to drive adoption. Your role extends to advising project teams, managing risks, and implementing mitigations to ensure smooth operations and project success. To qualify for this role, you should possess a postgraduate degree in a relevant subject or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and education/training. Previous experience in Solution Management as a business owner or product owner of IBP, Control Tower, WMS, ERP, or similar solutions is required, with proven expertise in solution functionality, preferably in SAP and o9. A minimum of 5 years of work experience is preferred, along with confidence in presenting to various audiences in English, Japanese proficiency being a plus. Strong interpersonal skills, the ability to build trust and productive relationships, excellent spoken and written English, and experience in preparing reports are essential for this role. Being well-organized, having project management skills, and the ability to establish and work to priorities are critical attributes. A willingness to travel domestically and internationally (up to 20-40%) and the flexibility to work remotely are also expected. If you are interested in this opportunity, please share your resumes at taru.arora@olympus.com. Thank you for considering a career at Olympus. Regards, Team HR,
Role Overview: As part of Olympus" commitment to developing a future-ready HR organization focused on innovation, operational excellence, and strategic workforce planning, you will hold a pivotal leadership role within the Global HR Strategy, Transformation & Execution team. Your primary responsibility will be to drive workforce analytics, strategic workforce planning, and data-driven decision-making to ensure the right talent is in the right roles at the right time to support the organization's success. Key Responsibilities: - Lead a global Center of Excellence (COE) for workforce analytics and planning, aligning with business strategies and identifying talent gaps. - Develop and implement workforce planning tools and technologies, such as AI-driven platforms, to enhance data insights and decision-making. - Oversee the evolution of people data and insights, ensuring actionable analytics delivery methods. - Drive the annual headcount planning process and track progress through quarterly business reviews. - Partner with HR, Finance, and business leaders to integrate workforce planning into broader business strategies. - Act as a subject matter expert in workforce analytics, providing insights to senior leaders and cross-functional teams. - Continuously evaluate and adopt emerging tools and technologies to enhance workforce planning capabilities. - Serve as the Global Process Owner (GPO) for strategic workforce planning, ensuring global alignment and continuous improvement. - Collaborate with regional stakeholders to standardize processes while addressing local compliance needs. - Partner with HR Business Partners, Talent Management, and Employee Insights teams to address skill gaps and support long-term talent strategies. - Build relationships with external vendors for effective delivery of workforce planning programs. - Educate business leaders on the benefits of strategic workforce planning and enhance HR team capabilities in this area. - Establish a global framework for strategic workforce planning and oversee the adoption of future planning tools. - Develop initiatives to align talent strategies with business needs, regulatory changes, and industry trends. - Utilize workforce analytics and predictive modeling to assess workforce supply and demand, identify skills gaps, and recommend actions. - Develop KPIs to evaluate program impact and identify improvement opportunities. - Drive the adoption of HR technologies to enhance operational efficiency and workforce planning. Qualifications Required: - Advanced degree (e.g., MBA, Masters, or PhD) in Finance, IT, Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related field, or equivalent experience. - 10+ years of experience in strategic workforce planning, workforce analytics, or a related field. - Proven ability to develop and execute workforce strategies supporting business growth. - Strong expertise in workforce analytics, HR data interpretation, and predictive modeling. - Experience with workforce planning tools and HR systems, focusing on digital transformation. - Excellent communication and collaboration skills for working with diverse teams and stakeholders across geographies. - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to interpret complex data and provide actionable insights. - Leadership skills to influence and guide cross-functional teams in a matrixed environment. - Proficiency in process design, governance, and continuous improvement.,