Workforce Planning Specialist
Location: Hyderabad
This is an office‑first role. Working together in person supports close, real‑time collaboration and team alignment, enabling us to deliver our best work. You will work primarily in the office, with the flexibility to work remotely for 20% of your time (one day per week).
Intro summary of the role
As a Workforce Planning Specialist, you will manage workforce planning tools and processes, provide data‑driven insights, and collaborate with HR, Finance, and external partners to support Lonza’s workforce strategy. You will ensure accurate forecasting, maintain workforce data quality, and deliver recommendations that enable effective talent sourcing and global workforce planning.
What you will get
An agile career and dynamic working culture.
An inclusive and ethical workplace.
Compensation programs that recognize high performance.
A variety of benefits dependent on role and location.
The full list of our global benefits can be found here: https://www.lonza.com/careers/benefits.
What you will do
What we are looking for
Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Finance, Data Science, or related field; master’s degree preferred.
Proven experience in workforce planning and data analysis.
Proficiency in Workday Adaptive Planning or similar workforce management tools.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data.
Proficiency in Excel, including VBA coding.
Excellent communication and presentation skills.
Experience working collaboratively in cross‑functional teams.
Skills & Attributes
Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work in a fast‑paced, global environment.
Business fluent in English.
Proactive mindset with the ability to anticipate and troubleshoot issues.
About Lonza
At Lonza, our people are our greatest strength. With 30+ sites across five continents, our globally connected teams work together every day to manufacture the medicines of tomorrow. Our core values of Collaboration, Accountability, Excellence, Passion and Integrity reflect who we are and how we work together. Everyone’s ideas, big or small, have the potential to improve millions of lives, and that’s the kind of work we want you to be part of.
Innovation thrives when people from all backgrounds bring their unique perspectives to the table. At Lonza, we value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If you’re ready to help turn our customers’ breakthrough ideas into viable therapies, we look forward to welcoming you on board.
Ready to shape the future of life sciences? Apply now.
