Global Occupancy Planner

Summary

Join Western Digital as a Global Occupancy Planner and leverage your expertise in space planning and design to optimize our global building portfolio. You will lead large-scale projects, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and ensure regulatory compliance. This role requires proficiency in various design software and strong communication skills. You will manage space optimization, client relations, and project execution, contributing to strategic space planning and campus management. The ideal candidate possesses a Bachelor's degree in a related field and 5+ years of relevant experience. Western Digital offers a comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

• Possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Interior Design, Architecture, or a related field
• Have 5+ years of experience in space planning, occupancy planning, or interior design for large commercial projects
• Demonstrate proficiency in AutoCAD, SketchUp, Revit, CAFM/Archibus, Adobe Creative Suite, and FF&E selection
• Demonstrate the ability to manage multiple projects and lead cross-functional teams
• Possess strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Possess exceptional analytical skills for data-driven decision-making in space management
• Have experience managing campus-wide or multi-building portfolios
• Demonstrate proven success in delivering design solutions for executive-level clients
• Have 5-7 years of experience in space planning, project management, and move coordination with knowledge of furniture systems
• Demonstrate familiarity with Workday or similar HR systems
• Demonstrate proficiency in AutoCAD and FM Space (or Archibus) for space programming
• Demonstrate strong proficiency in MS PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Outlook, AutoCAD, and Adobe Suite

Responsibilities

• Oversee a large building portfolio to maximize space efficiency and ensure regulatory compliance
• Lead capacity planning, occupancy audits, and migration plans to align with corporate growth strategies
• Manage the global portfolio to manage space, headcount, growth, test fits, re-stacks and scenario planning
• Manage the accuracy of the data and drawings, further develop and maintain process as the platform is adopted by functional teams outside the department
• Serve as the primary contact for space-related inquiries
• Collaborate with HR, Legal, IT, and Executive teams to gather requirements and deliver tailored space solutions
• Lead teams in the design and execution of space planning projects
• Conduct audits, streamline processes, and manage complex campus-wide initiatives
• Develop and implement detailed office re-stack plans, densification strategies, and portfolio expansions
• Perform space studies and create test fit plans for projects ranging from small offices to large campuses
• Create and manage detailed project drawings using AutoCAD, SketchUp, Revit, and Adobe Creative Suite, along with furniture, fixtures, and equipment (FF&E) selection
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely project delivery
• Present design concepts and solutions to senior executives, negotiate agreements with business units, and maintain strong relationships to ensure alignment with organizational goals
• Manage space within the San Jose campus, aligning with the Master Plan
• Meet with business unit managers to document requirements and lead space-related projects
• Oversee small furniture, space, and renovation projects on campus
• Work closely with internal space, facilities, and technology teams to enhance space planning processes and best practices
• Collaborate as a key member of the Global Real Estate team, providing exceptional service to internal clients

Preferred Qualifications

• Possess outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, with experience engaging senior leadership
• Demonstrate strong attention to detail with the ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment
• Have experience in process improvement and delivering results independently
• Possess excellent organizational, planning, and project management abilities

Benefits

• Paid vacation time
• Paid sick leave
• Medical/dental/vision insurance
• Life, accident and disability insurance
• Tax-advantaged flexible spending and health savings accounts
• Employee assistance program
• Other voluntary benefit programs such as supplemental life and AD&D, legal plan, pet insurance, critical illness, accident and hospital indemnity
• Tuition reimbursement
• Transit
• The Applause Program
• Employee stock purchase plan
• The Western Digital Savings 401(k) Plan
• Short-Term Incentive (STI) Plan
• Long-Term Incentive (LTI) program (restricted stock units (RSUs) or cash equivalents)