Staffing Coordinator

In the United States – Chicago | Houston | San Francisco | Boston | Atlanta We are currently seeking a Staffing Coordinator to provide staffing support and execution to Simon-Kucher’s Americas consulting team. As the Staffing Coordinator, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the strategic deployment of internal talent to effectively meet the dynamic needs of our clients within the Americas division. This position can be in Simon-Kucher’s Atlanta, Chicago, Houston, Boston, or San Francisco offices. What Makes Us Special Become part of a unique entrepreneurial team. Think independently, use your initiative, and take some risks. Entrepreneurship is a powerful force that drives the growth not only of our firm but our clients and people. Unlock the power of opportunity. Advance your career in a thriving company with a startup feel. We invest in your professional development every step of the way. Work in a values-driven culture. At Simon-Kucher, our vision is to become the world's leading growth specialist. Our values guide the way we do business and communicate our distinctiveness. They sum up what we stand for, influence our culture, and drive how and why we do things. Invest in your future. All US and Canadian employees enjoy 401(k) & RRSP benefits with company matching. Prioritize your health and well-being. No matter where you live, we offer a competitive suite of health benefits to help keep you and your loved ones safe. Enjoy balance and flexible working. Be empowered to do your best work – whether it’s from home or in the office. How You Will Create An Impact Core Responsibilities Receive staffing requests from Partners in the Americas Division and collaborate with the Staffing Manager to fulfill requests promptly. Adhere to division’s staffing principles but propose creative solutions as necessary to achieve best and pragmatic staffing solutions. Assists in identifying skills shortages, excess capacity, supply/demand imbalances, and forecasting before there is a negative impact on the business. Assists in addressing and resolving staffing challenges, including reallocation and redeployment of consultants as needed, with a creative approach. Assists in optimizing resource allocation in cooperation with the Americas staffing team to ensure efficient use of talent and meet project deadlines. Embrace the ebb and flow of talent through our pipeline programs (summer internships, Co‑ops and PhDs) from a staffing perspective and assist with those programs’ activities. Assists with HR administrative tasks supporting the Americas practice within the areas of career and performance management, coaching and skills development, competency development, workforce planning/budgeting, employee engagement, employee relations, and DE&I. Supports day-to-day staffing and HR-related matters for the Americas Division, effectively managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Assists with reporting on key metrics related to people productivity and utilization, including current and forecasted chargeability (supply/demand). Assists in maintaining updated skills profiles on all consultants in the pool. Support tracking skill development requests from staff and monitor training needs across the division. Assists with key people change initiatives that drive the advancement of Simon-Kucher’s HR strategy aimed at driving a high-performing and highly engaged culture. Assists with reporting for learning and development programs and performance management and to help make insightful recommendations on areas for improvement. Uses data to provide insights, advice, and to support informed decision making. Can analyze historical staffing data and project performance metrics to identify trends, patterns, and opportunities for optimization. Shows strong social skills and can build strong stakeholder relationships and partnerships. About You Experience Bachelor’s Degree strongly preferred. 0-3 years of experience in work staffing, scheduling, resource planning and/or project management. Demonstrates strong technical skills with the ability to quickly adapt to new platforms. Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office suite including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Possess a strong client service and problem-solving orientation. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Possesses strong accuracy and organizational skills. Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure. Ability to multi-task. The pay range for this position is $70,000 - $80,000/year. Compensation may vary depending on relevant experience, skills, geographic location, and business needs. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, 13 paid holidays per year, medical/dental/vision insurance, basic life insurance, and 401(k) to eligible employees. Equal Employment Opportunity Simon-Kucher is a Equal Employment Opportunity (“EEO”) employer. Our employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran or military status, or any other legally protected status. #J-18808-Ljbffr