About the Role

The Manager, Strategic Headcount Planning sits at the center of the Uber Advertising global GTM organization, owning the operating model that drives how headcount is planned, deployed, and governed across regions. The role combines strategic workforce planning with hands-on operational execution - ensuring the business has the right people, in the right roles, at the right time, while maintaining a high bar for data integrity, process rigor, and cross-functional alignment.

This is a unique opportunity that is not a purely strategic or purely operational role - it requires both. As a member of the Strategy & Planning team, this individual will act as a connective tissue across Sales Leadership, Strategy & Planning, Finance, Recruiting, and People teams to translate business priorities into actionable headcount plans, while also owning the systems, processes, and day-to-day mechanics that bring those plans to life.

What You’ll Do

Headcount Strategy & Planning

Own global headcount planning for the Ads GTM teams, translating business targets into structured, scenario-based workforce plans
Partner with Sales Leadership, S&P, and Finance to align on investment strategy, hiring timelines, and prioritization across regions and segments
Build and maintain forward-looking models that incorporate attrition, internal mobility, and hiring capacity

Headcount Governance & Operating Cadence

Own the end-to-end headcount lifecycle, including requisition approvals and enforcing governance for backfills and new requests.
Establish a consistent operating cadence, evolving headcount reviews into decision-oriented forums that surface risks and tradeoffs early.
Maintain a single source of truth for all headcount data across regions and functions and partner with Finance to ensure alignment between headcount plans and financial targets

Systems, Data & Reporting

Own design and ongoing hygiene of headcount trackers and planning models (Google Sheets, etc.) that serve as decision-grade tools for leadership
Ensure data accuracy and consistency across systems (e.g., Workday, recruiting systems, finance tools)
Deliver clear, executive-ready reporting on headcount performance and hiring progress to plan
Manage approvals, documentation, and coordination across multiple tools and stakeholders

Operational Excellence & Continuous Improvement

Identify gaps and inefficiencies in current processes and implement scalable solutions
Improve how headcount is tracked, forecasted, and governed over time
Build repeatable frameworks and playbooks for workforce planning and execution
Balance strategic priorities with day-to-day operational needs, ensuring nothing falls through the cracks

Basic Qualifications

6+ years of experience in program management, strategy & operations, workforce planning, or similar roles
Advanced proficiency in Google Sheets / Excel and strong analytical skills, with experience building/managing data models, complex formulas, and data trackers
Bachelor’s degree

Preferred Qualifications

Highly detail oriented with the ability to ensure data is consistent, scalable, and reliable across complex, interconnected sources
Experience working in complex, cross-functional environments with senior stakeholders
Experience in headcount planning, sales operations, or workforce strategy within a global organization
Ability to operate at both strategic and operational levels - from executive planning to detailed execution
Experience driving structured planning processes (e.g., annual planning, quarterly reviews)
Familiarity with tools such as Workday, recruiting systems, and finance planning tools
Clear and concise communicator with the ability to translate data into actionable insights

For Chicago, IL-based roles: The base salary range for this role is USD $146,000 per year - USD $162,000 per year.

For New York City, NY-based roles: The base salary range for this role is USD $162,000 per year - USD $180,000 per year.

For San Francisco, CA-based roles: The base salary range for this role is USD $162,000 per year - USD $180,000 per year.

For all US locations, you will be eligible to participate in Uber's bonus program, and may be offered an equity award & other types of comp. All full-time employees are eligible to participate in a 401(k) plan. You will also be eligible for various benefits.

Ready to Ride?

This isn't the kind of place where you follow a playbook — it's where you help write one. If you're driven by impact, energized by challenge, and ready to shape how the world moves — we'd love to hear from you.

You may be eligible for bonuses, equity, and other compensation, as well as a range of benefits. Explore our benefits.

Offices remain key to collaboration and Uber's culture. Unless approved for full remote work, employees must spend at least 50% of their time in-office. Some roles, like those at greenlight hubs, require full-time in-office presence. Ask your Recruiter for details about this role's requirements.

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