Proofpoint · 22 hours ago
Senior Director, Performance Insights & Workforce Planning
Sunnyvale, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$178K/yr - $244K/yrProofpoint is a global leader in human- and agent-centric cybersecurity. The Senior Director of Performance, Insights & Workforce Planning will lead the design and execution of enterprise-wide performance management and workforce planning programs, ensuring alignment with business priorities through data-driven decision-making.
EmailEnterprise SoftwareInformation TechnologyNetwork SecuritySaaS
Responsibilities
Lead the Performance Management Center of Excellence (COE) and oversee the implementation of a new enterprise performance management framework
Design, operationalize, and continuously improve mid-year and end-of-year performance cycles
Evolve performance model over time, including peer feedback, continuous feedback mechanisms, and manager coaching enablement
Ensure performance processes are scalable, consistent, and embedded into the rhythm of the business
Drive performance, talent, and workforce processes grounded in data and actionable insights
Translate people data into clear recommendations that inform leadership decisions
Partner with HR Analytics, Finance, and business teams to connect workforce insights to business outcomes
Lead strategic and operational workforce planning across the organization
Align workforce plans with business strategy, financial forecasts, and growth priorities
Develop frameworks and processes that enable leaders to make informed talent and resourcing decisions
Apply AI-enabled tools and approaches to enhance performance management, insights, and planning processes
Partner with HR Technology and Analytics teams to responsibly integrate AI into people programs
Promote AI fluency within the team and across HR to improve efficiency, quality, and scalability
Act as a strong program manager who drives complex, cross-functional initiatives from design through execution
Establish clear governance, timelines, metrics, and accountability
Focus on delivering outcomes—this role values executors who can build, run, and improve programs, not just design concepts
Qualification
Required
Extensive experience leading performance management, workforce planning, and/or people insights in mature, scaled organizations
Demonstrated success implementing or transforming enterprise performance management systems and processes
Strong program management background with the ability to manage multiple, complex initiatives simultaneously
Proven ability to use data and analytics to drive decisions and influence senior leaders
Practical experience applying AI or advanced analytics in HR or workforce-related contexts
Comfortable operating with senior executives and influencing across functions
Experience 'doing it before' — this role requires pattern recognition, judgment, and execution based on prior success
Benefits
Competitive compensation
Comprehensive benefits
Career success on your terms
Flexible work environment
Annual wellness and community outreach days
Always on recognition for your contributions
Global collaboration and networking opportunities
Flexible time off
A comprehensive well-being program with two paid Wellbeing Days and two paid Volunteer Days per year
Plus a three-week Work from Anywhere option
Company
Proofpoint
Proofpoint provides cloud-based email security, e-discovery, and compliance solutions for companies to protect sensitive business data.
Founded in 2002
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$885.5MKey Investors
DAG VenturesBridgescale PartnersMeritech Capital Partners
2021-04-26Acquired
2019-08-21Post Ipo Debt· $800M
2012-04-20IPO
Leadership Team
Sumit Dhawan
CEO
Michael Frendo
Chief Technology Officer, Engineering
Recent News
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