Company Overview
KLA is a global leader in diversified electronics for the semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem. Virtually every electronic device in the world is produced using our technologies. No laptop, smartphone, wearable device, voice-controlled gadget, flexible screen, VR device or smart car would have made it into your hands without us. KLA invents systems and solutions for the manufacturing of wafers and reticles, integrated circuits, packaging, printed circuit boards and flat panel displays. The innovative ideas and devices that are advancing humanity all begin with inspiration, research and development. KLA focuses more than average on innovation and we invest 15% of sales back into R&D. Our expert teams of physicists, engineers, data scientists and problem-solvers work together with the world’s leading technology providers to accelerate the delivery of tomorrow’s electronic devices. Life here is exciting and our teams thrive on tackling really hard problems. There is never a dull moment with us.Group/Division
The KLA Global Workplace Services (GWS) team is passionate about enabling the business goals and company culture through the delivery of workplace environments and services that foster teamwork, innovation and productivity. Our team runs a worldwide portfolio of over 3 million square feet, 135 sites and over 12,000 employees. In addition to ensuring the workspace and manufacturing facilities operate seamlessly, this group also provides employee and site services, such as cafeteria, transportation, security, and safety. The team is responsible for all construction and site improvement work to enable the business needs as well as align with the financial requirements.Job Description/Preferred Qualifications
Management
Planning Manager’s primary focus is to manage a team of space and occupancy managers with expertise in supporting supply and demand planning, real estate strategy, space analysis and space efficiency within the US portfolioMeet regularly with the outsourced occupancy management team members to evaluate team performance and identify areas for improvementEstablish core program standards - processes, templates and outputs standardized for a global scaleImplements regular communications to internal stakeholdersEngage with cross-disciplinary teams to conceive, design, and develop programs, policies, and processes to be used in our playbookCollaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and prioritize business requirements and translate them into occupancy solutionsPartner with business units to develop demand models for future space needs using data and assumptionsStakeholder Management
Collaborate with senior stakeholders to guide programming, identify goals, support the creation and implementation of space and occupancy strategies and plans that optimize utilization, maximize the user experience and minimize resistance to the changeBuild relationships with business partners to meet their allocation and adjacency needs, validating space need projections and requirementsRefine business requirements into occupancy and space plansNegotiate space among user groups to maximize real estate use and improve collaboration and workflowLead the allocation and reallocation of space within the organizationSpace Demand Forecasting
Business Unit leadership to collect headcount forecasts, resolve headcount forecast discrepancies between leadership’s numbers and those collected at the group-levelLiaise, influence, and build relationships with local/regional business partners, Director’s and VP’s, to ensure their business’ allocation, adjacency, and spatial needs are met, validating yearly headcount projections and short-term spatial programming/technical requirements.Be a champion of change management for end users - creating, contributing, and maintaining employee resources to navigate workplace strategies (assigned seating, flex seating, hybrid work, etc)Provide a single point of contact for planning related questions within regionRecommend, educate and enforce space policies/standards, procedures and protocols and escalate requested exceptionsData management and Reporting
Lead periodic efforts to ensure data accuracy within the CAFM system for all space and occupancy data.Responsible for occupancy data within the system of recordSkills
Excellent communication, interpersonal skills, and confirmed ability to effectively represent businesses and drive decisions with senior leadership.Strong project team management skills, including the ability to allocate resources effectively, define clear deliverables and provide directionCustomer focus by responding promptly and appropriately to customer requests and understanding business needsProven analytical and business skills.Strong individual accountability and execution.Ability to work independently and as part of a teamDemonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced, team-based, deadline-oriented environment.Ability to effectively manage complex tasks and prioritize multiple projects and competing priorities.Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s level degree in Architecture, workplace consulting or related fieldMinimum 10 years of experience in occupancy or space planning, or facilities managementStrong knowledge of workplace best practices and operation modelsLab planning experience a plusAbility to plan at both a strategic and tactical execution level.Ability to travel within the US (10% travel time or less anticipated)Ability to work onsite 5 days per weekFamiliarity with CAFM and Building Management Systems.The company offers a total rewards package that is competitive and comprehensive including but not limited to the following: medical, dental, vision, life, and other voluntary benefits, 401(K) including company matching, employee stock purchase program (ESPP), student debt assistance, tuition reimbursement program, development and career growth opportunities and programs, financial planning benefits, wellness benefits including an employee assistance program (EAP), paid time off and paid company holidays, and family care and bonding leave.
KLA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other status protected by applicable law. We will ensure that qualified individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us at talent.acquisition@kla.com or at +1-408-352-2808 to request accommodation.