Regular Edinburgh International Business Other Job ID:5431
Update 2025-02-05
Job Description
Who we are
Founded in 1999 and listed on NASDAQ in 2003 and HKEX in 2021, Trip.com Group is a leading global travel service provider comprising of Trip.com, Ctrip, Skyscanner, and Qunar.
Across its platforms, Trip.com Group integrates travel resources from industry partners and helps travellers worldwide pursue the perfect trip with exceptional travel products and services.
We have four contact centres around the globe based in Japan, Korea, UK, and the Philippines, providing 24/7 customer service in 19 different languages.
We have more than 30,000 employees across 30 countries in Asia, Europe, the Americas, and Oceania, striving to expand our global markets and aiming to be the world’s leading and most trusted family of online travel brands that aspire to deliver the perfect trip at the best price for every traveller.
Who we are looking for
Our Edinburgh office serves as the European call centre for Trip.com, managing customer interactions across the continent. The RWFM team oversees nearly 300 agents located across EMEA. As a Real-time Workforce Management (RWFM) Specialist, your role will be crucial in scheduling and optimizing agent availability to align with projected business demands. You will analyse data and metrics to develop effective workforce planning strategies, ensuring seamless operation of our call centre services.
What you will get in return
* 33 days annual leave
* Workplace health cash plan including claiming back for dental, optical and physiotherapy and much more
* Employee well-being program, Employee Assistance Program and enhanced sick pay
* Extensive learning opportunities and resources to further your career
* Annual travel points which can be redeemed at Trip.com towards your next adventure
* Enhanced family policies (maternity/paternity/adoption)
* Life and health insurance
* Birthday cake on your birthday
* Free on-site gym
* Frequent employee engagement events
* Refer a friend bonus scheme
Alongside our excellent benefits package, we are committed to investing in your learning and development to support you building a career at Trip.com.
Working hours - The standard working pattern will be 37.5 hours per week. You will work shifts on a rotation basis from Monday to Friday between 7am and 8pm. The rota will be confirmed one month in advance.
Salary - £28,000 per annum - negotiable dependent on experience
What you'll be doing
* Forecasting: Analyzing historical data and trends to predict future workload (Inbound Contacts, Outbound Tasks, Customer Complaints) and required headcount to manage this.
* Scheduling: Creating and managing staff schedules to ensure that there are enough agents to handle the predicted workload, with Shrinkage taken into consideration as well.
* Real-time Management: Monitoring real-time contact centre performance and adjusting resources as needed. This can involve reallocating resources, adjusting schedules, or managing unexpected spikes in contact volume.
* Capacity Planning: Determining the optimal number of agents needed over a longer period to meet service level targets whilst minimizing resource inefficiencies/cost.
* Reporting and Analysis: Generating reports on key performance indicators (KPIs) such as service levels, average handle time, and agent productivity. Analyzing these reports to identify trends and areas for improvement for the Service Operations.
* Communication and Coordination: Collaborating with other teams and functions, such as Operations, Learning & Development, HR etc., to ensure alignment on scheduling needs.
What you'll need
* At least 1 year of workforce management or data analytics experience
* Fluent in written and verbal English
* Proficiency with Excel, with experience working with numbers and data
* Attention to detail and an analytical approach
* Good communication skills to build effective collaboration (both here in EDI, and across our global sites)
* Understands the intricacies of forecasting and knows how to build a robust plan that accommodates variation
* Ability to work under pressure
* Proactive and self-motivated
* Strong time management skills, and the ability to meet deadlines
Why Trip.com Group
We offer a stage to unleash your full potential and drive global impact. As an international team, we embrace an open and inclusive culture that supports personal growth and career development. Everyone is on a trip, whether it's a career trip or a life trip. At Trip.com Group, you can define your own trip by taking the first steps into your career with us!
Be Aware of Recruitment Fraud
Please be vigilant as we have noticed fraudulent entities posing as Trip.com Group or our associates, contacting applicants with fake job offers. Remember, official communications will always come from our verified email addresses, and we never conduct interviews solely via text or instant messaging apps. We do not charge any fees throughout the hiring process. If you receive any dubious communications, report them immediately to careers@trip.com.
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