Senior Program Manager, Operational Workforce Planning

Autodesk

. Establish and manage operational Workforce Planning frameworks, guidelines, and playbooks aligned with Autodesk’s business objectives .

Posted 10/16/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $116,000 - $208,120 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in operational workforce planning, program management, and process optimization, with a strong focus on data-driven decision-making and stakeholder collaboration. Proficient in enhancing planning frameworks and tools to align workforce demand with business objectives.

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Workforce PlanningProgram ManagementProcess OptimizationWorkday Adaptive PlanningData-Driven Decision-Making

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Hard Skills

Operational PlanningHeadcount PlanningGovernanceMetrics DevelopmentAnalytical SkillsProblem-SolvingCommunication SkillsStrategic Planning Execution

Soft Skills

CollaborationFacilitationRelationship Management

Tools & Technologies

Workday Adaptive PlanningAirtableMiroSmartsheet

Industry Keywords

FinanceHuman ResourcesProfessional ServicesConsultingGlobal Organization

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Establish and manage operational Workforce Planning frameworks, guidelines, and playbooks aligned with Autodesk’s business objectives
Lead annual planning cycles across business units, Finance, and HR teams
Own program governance for operational workforce planning processes
Design and optimize workflows for headcount planning and reporting with IT, Finance, and PISD
Manage the roadmap to enhance the Workday Adaptive Planning model and related tools
Develop and track metrics for planning accuracy, plan-to-actual variance, and stakeholder satisfaction
Partner with Finance and Talent Acquisition to align workforce demand, hiring plans, and financial constraints
Facilitate cross-functional meetings, identify bottlenecks, and drive execution improvements
Benchmark and analyze workforce planning practices for continuous improvement
Enable capability-building across People Business Partners and PPL Centers of Excellence
Manage relationships with external partners and consultants

Requirements

What you’ll need

Prior experience managing operational or headcount planning programs at scale
10+ years in operations, planning, and programs, or combination of these skills
Deep expertise in program management, governance, and process optimization
Ability to translate strategic plans into executable operational processes and actionable insights
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
Skilled in data-driven decision-making and reporting
Proficiency with Workday Adaptive Planning and/or other workforce planning tools
Experience using program and project management tools such as Airtable, Miro, and Smartsheet
BA/BS in Business, Operations, Economics, or a related field, or equivalent experience
Experience in Professional Services or Consulting preferred
Prior experience in a global organization managing multi-region workforce planning preferred
Master’s degree in a relevant field preferred but not required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive compensation package
Annual cash bonuses
Stock grants
Comprehensive benefits package
Health and financial benefits
Time away
Everyday wellness
In-person onboarding and/or in-person ID verification may be provided