
Alaa Talaat
Workforce & Planning Supervisor | Expert in Staff Scheduling, Forecasting
Qasr ِAlnil, Cairo, EgyptWork Experience
Senior Scheduling & Planning – Workforce ManagementFull Time
Oct 2024 - Present -9 months
Egypt , Cairo
- Job Details:Led strategic workforce planning and scheduling for large-scale operations, ensuring optimal staffing across all business units. Designed and maintained forecast-driven schedules using WFM platforms (IEX, NICE, Genesys, Excel). Coordinated with Ops, HR, and RTM teams to align capacity plans with service level goals, shrinkage, and business demands.
Scheduling & Planning AnalystFull Time
May 2023 - Sep 2024 -1 yr, 4 months
Egypt , Cairo
- Job Details:Developed and maintained optimized staff schedules based on forecasted workload, shrinkage, and business requirements. Used WFM tools (e.g., IEX, NICE, Excel) to create efficient shift plans and ensure compliance with labor regulations. Collaborated with operations, HR, and real-time teams to support staffing accuracy, business continuity, and performance KPIs.
Real-Time Analyst (RTM)Full Time
Sep 2022 - Apr 2023 -7 months
Egypt , Cairo
- Job Details:Monitored intraday call center performance to ensure alignment with forecasted staffing and service level goals. Used real-time dashboards and WFM tools (e.g., IEX, NICE, Genesys) to track agent adherence, adjust schedules, and mitigate service risks. Proactively communicated with operations and workforce teams to respond to call volume fluctuations, shrinkage, and queue trends.
Customer Support RepresentativeFull Time
Nov 2021 - Aug 2022 -9 months
Egypt , Cairo
- Job Details:Provided exceptional customer support by handling inquiries, resolving issues, and ensuring high satisfaction across multiple channels (phone, email, chat). Managed customer accounts, processed orders, and tracked service requests with accuracy and efficiency. Skilled in CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce, Zendesk), conflict resolution, and upselling techniques. Maintained a positive, empathetic, and professional attitude while meeting performance metrics such as response time, CSAT, and first-call resolution. Proven ability to handle high-volume environments and deliver service excellence under pressure.
Education
Bachelor's Degree in bussiness
Helwan UniversityJan 2021
Bachelor's Degree in commerce
Cairo University (CU)Jan 2016 - Jan 2020 - 4 yr
Achievements
Driven Workforce & Planning Supervisor with a track record of optimizing staffing operations across dynamic environments. Successfully reduced labor costs by 15% through efficient staff scheduling and resource allocation. Improved forecast accuracy by 20% using data-driven WFM models. Led shift planning for teams of 100+ across multiple sites, ensuring full coverage and compliance. Spearheaded the implementation of automated scheduling tools (IEX/NICE), boosting scheduling efficiency by 30%. Consistently exceeded KPI targets related to attendance, productivity, and workforce utilization. Recognized for cross-functional collaboration, leadership, and real-time problem-solving under pressure.
Skills
Languages
English
Advanced
Training & Certifications
Workforce Planning & Forecasting Fundamentals
NICE IEX·2024Advanced Staff Scheduling & Rostering Techniques
NICE University, Internal Corporate Training·2023