XAVIER B. HEMMINGS
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Strategic Workforce Management Leader with 10+ years of progressive experience managing global contact center operations across multiple regions. Proven track record of optimizing workforce efficiency for 6,500+ agents across 125 lines of business. Expert in forecasting, capacity planning, real-time management, and developing data-driven WFM strategies that improve service levels while reducing operational costs. Certified Master Trainer in WFM disciplines with demonstrated ability to lead multi-site, multi-region operations.
CORE COMPETENCIES
- Global WFM Operations
- Capacity Planning & Forecasting
- Real-Time Management
- Scheduling & Adherence
- Workforce Analytics
- Multi-Site/Multi-Region Management
- Resource Allocation & Optimization
- Service Level Management
- Shrinkage & Attrition Management
- Priority-Based Routing
- Interval & Intraday Management
- WFM Training & Development
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
WFM Manager and Head of Global Insights (Consultant)
Support Services Group | September 2021 - September 2024
- Led global workforce management and insights function for BPO operations spanning North America, CALA, EMEA, and APAC regions
- Managed workforce planning and optimization for 6,500 agents distributed across 125 lines of business within 75 campaigns
- Architected enterprise-wide data infrastructure and standardized data collection processes to enable centralized workforce analytics and reporting
- Developed comprehensive forecasting models incorporating historical patterns, seasonality, and business growth projections
- Created executive-level dashboards and reporting frameworks for monthly investor presentations to Kingswood Capital stakeholders
- Established workflows and staffing models for WFM teams, implementing best practices across multiple sites and time zones
- Drove P&L optimization initiatives through improved schedule efficiency, reduced overtime costs, and better agent utilization
- Implemented capacity planning models that balanced service level targets with operational costs across global operations
- Led cross-functional collaboration with operations, HR, and finance to align workforce strategies with business objectives
- Mentored and developed WFM team members, building analytical and technical capabilities across the organization
Workforce Management Supervisor (All Amazon/Audible Accounts)
IBEX Global | November 2017 - September 2018
- Supervised WFM operations for high-profile Amazon and Audible accounts, ensuring optimal agent scheduling and resource allocation
- Developed and implemented forecasting models to predict contact volumes with 95%+ accuracy
- Monitored real-time performance metrics and made intraday adjustments to maintain service level agreements
- Created reporting frameworks for tracking adherence, shrinkage, occupancy, and other key WFM metrics
- Collaborated with operations leadership to optimize shift patterns and improve schedule efficiency
- Trained team leads and supervisors on WFM best practices, adherence management, and schedule interpretation
- Managed scheduling system administration and ensured data integrity across workforce management platforms
- Led root cause analysis for service level misses and implemented corrective action plans
WFM Department Manager (Global)
Itel | October 2016 - August 2017
- Managed global workforce management department overseeing forecasting, scheduling, and real-time management functions
- Led team of WFM analysts and coordinators across multiple sites and client programs
- Developed long-term capacity plans aligned with client growth projections and new business acquisitions
- Implemented priority-based routing strategies to optimize queue management across multiple skill types
- Established seating and building capacity planning processes for site expansion initiatives
- Created standardized WFM processes and documentation to ensure consistency across global operations
- Partnered with operations and recruitment teams to forecast hiring needs based on volume projections
- Drove automation initiatives to reduce manual effort in scheduling and reporting processes
Senior Business Intelligence Analyst
Digicel Jamaica | September 2018 - Present
- Applied workforce analytics principles to subscriber base management and customer value optimization
- Developed predictive models for customer behavior, churn management, and campaign targeting
- Created automated reporting solutions and dashboards using Power BI and SQL
WORKFORCE MANAGEMENT EXPERTISE
Forecasting & Planning: Long-term capacity planning, short-term forecasting, seasonality modeling, volume trend analysis, hiring projections
Scheduling: Agent schedule creation, shift optimization, time-off management, adherence monitoring, intraday adjustments
Real-Time Management: Interval monitoring, service level management, queue prioritization, escalation procedures, crisis management
Analytics & Reporting: Power BI, Tableau, SQL, Excel, WFM system reporting, KPI dashboards, executive presentations
Systems & Tools: WFM platforms (various), ACD reporting systems, scheduling software, time & attendance systems
Programme Management: Multi-site operations, multi-region coordination, multi-skill campaign management, vendor management
TECHNICAL SKILLS
Data & Analytics: Power BI, Tableau, Oracle SQL, MySQL, Excel (Advanced), VBA, Python
Automation: Power Query, Power Automate, SQL job scheduling, automated reporting
Project Management: Agile methodologies, stakeholder management, cross-functional leadership
TRAINING & CERTIFICATIONS
Workforce Management Master/Trainer Certification
- Real-time/Day-to-day Management (Master/Trainer)
- Scheduling and Adherence (Master/Trainer)
- Report Development and Implementation (Master/Trainer)
- Resource/Seating and Building Capacity Planning (Experienced)
Microsoft Certified Power BI Data Analyst Associate - April 2022
Professional Certificate in Data Science - Harvard University & MIT EdX, 2016
EDUCATION
BSc. Business Administration - University of the West Indies (In Progress)
Certificate in Modular Computer Studies (CMCS) - UTEC Scit, 2012
KEY ACHIEVEMENTS
- Successfully managed workforce operations for 6,500+ agents across 4 global regions simultaneously
- Reduced operational costs through optimized scheduling and improved forecast accuracy
- Developed data infrastructure supporting executive decision-making for multi-million dollar BPO operations
- Built and mentored high-performing WFM teams across multiple international sites
- Recommended by C-suite executives for leadership on 20+ strategic workforce initiatives