People Experience Director Jobs

People Experience Director

FormFactor, Inc.

Livermore, CA

We live in a mobile driven world where technology is constantly improving. Semiconductor manufacturers need a partner as they pioneer and drive the most advanced integrated circuits (ICs) ever made. FormFactor is the world’s leading supplier of semiconductor test and measurement products used to test the ICs that power the majority of smart phones and tablets on the planet, as well as electronic systems used in computing, consumer, automotive, Artificial Intelligence (AI) and other applications. We are a big company with a small time feel. Working at FormFactor gives you the opportunity to work with cutting edge technology, have a direct influence on next generation products hitting the market and drive the overall growth and development of the semiconductor industry.

We are a fast-paced, agile, growing company that values diversity of thought and constantly strives for a more diverse, inclusive environment. We are looking for enthusiastic, talented individuals who can thrive in a changing and challenging environment.

The People Experience Director (PXD) will drive a strategic talent agenda supporting one or more business units and/or functions. This role will provide HR leadership to the business to achieve their goals and objectives in alignment with Form Factor’s vision and priorities to include strong employee engagement and deployment of talent management initiatives. A successful incumbent will partner with business leadership to design and align strategic talent plans, reduce complexities, and enhance the value of enterprise HR solutions. The People Experience Director will report directly to the Vice President of Talent and People Experience.

Business Acumen & Talent Planning

• Act as conduit to business for people challenges related to talent planning, productivity, performance optimization and organizational design
• Influence and shape organizational business plans, vision, mission, and priorities based on HR knowledge
• Lead the business through the planning and execution of the talent and people elements of the organization's long-range strategy, objectives and business plan
• Drive the execution of the long-term talent strategy and plan within client groups, and ensure realization
• Build and sustain trusted business partner relationships with the senior executive leadership team, HR and other functions
• Ensure leaders fully understand and are prepared to support enterprise business strategy and talent plans

Change Management

• Lead change initiatives across business and throughout the organization
• Act as change agent and strategic advisor to collaborate with leaders and plan the rollout of HR programs

Relationship Management & Innovation

• Manage Tier 3 Employee Relations
• Maintain feedback loop between the business and HR to improve existing services, programs, tools, processes and policies
• Partner with CoEs to solve business challenges and develop relevant solutions, programs, policies for the organization in alignment with the enterprise strategy
• Coach/develop critical talent and functional leadership to optimize people performance
• Align HR’s strategic direction and long-term goals with the organization’s overall business strategy and objectives

Key Competencies

• Strategic Consulting (evaluating business challenges; consultative problem solving; risk management)
• Agility (growth mindset; innovation and iteration)
• Data Judgement(data interpretation and story telling; evidence-based decision-making)
• Talent Management (HR expertise; change management; employee experience)
• Business Acumen (Industry knowledge; organizational knowledge; business and financial knowledge; strategic alignment)
• Relationship Management (networking; collaborating; conflict management; persuasion and influence)

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILLS REQUIRED

• BA or BS degree in related field required; MA or MS degree preferred
• Demonstrated proficiency with Excel is preferred
• Strong people management and constructive problem resolution skills
• Demonstrated project management skills
• Demonstrated verbal and written skills
• Demonstrated ability to constructively influence and achieve positive results within HR team-level, and at functional, organizational, and executive levels
• Demonstrate command of managing with data, and telling a compelling story with impactful results
• 10+ years of direct experience with increasing responsibility across compensation, benefits, and HRIS/HR Operations management

The pay range for this role in Livermore, CA is between $177,200 and $221,500. The pay range may differ in other locations. FormFactor maintains broad salary ranges for its roles in order to account for variations in education, training, skills, relevant work experience, business needs and market demands. Candidates are typically placed into the range based on the preceding factors as well as internal peer equity. Benefits offered for this role include: medical, dental, vision, EAP, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, flexible spending and savings accounts, 401(k), ESPP and paid time off.

FormFactor is committed to providing a work environment where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and are committed to compliance with all Federal, State, and local laws that prohibit employment discrimination on the basis of age, race, color, sex (including breastfeeding and related conditions), gender (including gender identity and gender expression), national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, registered domestic partner status, medical condition, military or veteran status, genetic characteristics or information, or any other legally protected characteristic. These protections extend to all employment and management decisions including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotions, pay practices, benefits, disciplinary actions and terminations, and all other terms and conditions.