Strategic Workforce Planning Manager

Vestas has started its strategic workforce planning journey in 2024, and the practice is currently in its infancy. The department will support the maturation of our organisational effectiveness practices, including, but not limited to workforce planning.
People & Culture > Executive Business Partnering > P&C Analytics & Insights
Responsibilities

• Initial Setup and Orientation

• Onboard and understand Vestas' strategic workforce planning journey

• Contribute to landing the delivery of in-flight WFP rollout stages
• Define the next phases of project scope, deliverables, and timelines
• Conduct initial meetings with key stakeholders
• Develop and communicate a clear product vision and strategy

• Start analyzing existing workforce data

• Team Building and Data Collection

• Source and recruit team members as required

• Operational delivery of workforce planning processes
• Continue data collection and begin addressing data challenges
• Develop a framework for workforce planning and strategic workforce planning

• Conduct workshops and training

• Product Development and Implementation

• Prioritize and maintain the product backlog

• Design the organizational effectiveness product suite
• Begin operational delivery of the organizational effectiveness product suite

• Collaborate cross-functionally with Finance and IT, including leading in a project format

• Ongoing activities

• Communicate insights and shape conversations with stakeholders

• Ensure alignment between workforce planning and financial planning processes
• Implement data and system improvements

• Enhance the portfolio of products available in P&C Analytics

• Advanced Implementation and Continuous Improvement

• Support behavior change within the P&C business partners and leaders

• Ensure the availability, awareness, and correct usage of the People Analytics/WFP portfolio
• Continuously evaluate and improve workforce planning processes and tools
• Prepare and present project reports to senior management

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in an IT-related discipline, Finance / Economics, Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field. Project Management certification or consulting experience
• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in workforce planning or a related field
• Language: Candidates are fluent in English, both verbal and written

Competencies

• Strategic Thinking

• Ability to align workforce plans with long-term business strategy

• Anticipates future talent needs based on market trends, business growth, and emerging technologies

• Analytical & Data Literacy

• Proficient in designing & interpreting workforce data, forecasting models, and scenario planning

• Uses and educates on how to use data to make decisions around headcount, skills gaps, and workforce optimization

• Stakeholder Management

• Collaborates effectively with HR, Finance, IT and business leaders

• Recommends and communicates workforce strategies to senior leadership

• Business Acumen

• Can quickly develop a deep understanding of the organization's operating model, financial drivers, and industry dynamics

• Connects workforce planning to business performance and outcomes

• Change Management

• Leads through organizational change, such as restructures, mergers, or digital transformation

• Supports leaders and employees through transitions with understanding and clarity

• Systems Thinking

• Understands how workforce planning fits into the broader HR ecosystem (e.g., talent acquisition, learning, succession)

• Designs integrated solutions that consider interdependencies

• Communication & Storytelling

• Translates complex data into compelling narratives for different audiences

• Builds trust and alignment through clear, concise, and impactful communication

What We Offer
We offer you an engaging role with great professional and personal development opportunities in an inspiring, progressive, international work environment at an established manufacturer of wind turbines. We offer attractive company perks like fitness subsidy, health insurance, pension, life insurance, medical allowance, travel allowance, internet allowance, etc. We have a modern, inspiring office overlooking Manila Bay, conveniently located near public transport. We believe in work-life balance and plan annual off-site outings, team building, and sports events. At Vestas, you will experience an innovative environment, enhancing your personal as well as professional growth.

Additional Information
We do amend or withdraw our jobs and reserve the right to do so at any time, including before the advertised closing date. Please be advised to apply on or before the
30th September 2025.
Additional Benefits

• Fitness Subsidy
• Retirement Benefit Plan

Our commitment to a fair hiring
At Vestas, we evaluate all candidates solely based on their professional experience, education, and relevant skills. To support a fair recruitment process, we kindly ask that you remove any photos, dates of birth or graduation, gender pronouns, marital status, or other personal information not relevant to the role before submitting your CV/resume. Your CV/resume should focus on your professional and educational background, along with the necessary contact details (email and phone number). We train our hiring teams in inclusive evaluation and regularly review process outcomes to ensure fairness.

DEIB Statement
At Vestas, we recognize the value of diversity, equity, and inclusion in driving innovation and success. We strongly encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, particularly those who may hesitate due to their identity or feel they do not meet every criterion. As our CEO states, "Expertise and talent come in many forms, and a diverse workforce enhances our ability to think differently and solve the complex challenges of our industry". Your unique perspective is what will help us powering the solution for a sustainable, green energy future.

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About Vestas
Vestas is the energy industry's global partner on sustainable energy solutions. We are specialised in designing, manufacturing, installing, and servicing wind turbines, both onshore and offshore.

Across the globe, we have installed more wind power than anyone else. We consider ourselves pioneers within the industry, as we continuously aim to design new solutions and technologies to create a more sustainable future for all of us. With more than 185 GW of wind power installed worldwide and 40+ years of experience in wind energy, we have an unmatched track record demonstrating our expertise within the field.

With 30,000 employees globally, we are a diverse team united by a common goal: to power the solution – today, tomorrow, and far into the future.

Vestas promotes a diverse workforce which embraces all social identities and is free of any discrimination. We commit to create and sustain an environment that acknowledges and harvests different experiences, skills, and perspectives. We also aim to give everyone equal access to opportunity.

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