Workforce Specialist - Customer Support
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Equinix is the world's digital infrastructure company®, shortening the path to connectivity to enable the innovations that enrich our work, life and planet.
A place where bold ideas are welcomed, human connection is valued, and everyone has the opportunity to shape their future.
A career at Equinix means being at the center of shaping what comes next and amplifying customer value through innovation and impact. You'll work across teams, influence key decisions, and help shape the path forward. You'll find belonging, purpose, and a team that welcomes you-because when you feel valued, you're empowered to do your best work.
Job Summary
The Workforce Specialist is responsible for ensuring that the Global Customer Support Team operates with optimal resource planning, real-time performance management, and effective workforce governance. You will drive forecasting, scheduling, reporting, and operational insights to ensure service levels are consistently met. In this role, you will leverage Workforce Management (WFM) processes and tools to provide actionable recommendations that enhance productivity, staffing efficiency, and customer experience.
Responsibilities
Workforce Planning & Forecasting
- Develop and maintain the global workforce planning framework with clear ownership and governance across regions and vendors
- Build and refine workload, productivity, and manpower forecasts in collaboration with WFM partners, operations leaders, and cross-functional teams
- Conduct variance analysis by comparing forecast vs. actual performance and provide recommendations for schedule adjustments and process improvements
- Create consistent reporting formats to monitor performance, service levels, and operational trends across AMER, EMEA, and APAC
Real-Time & Operational Management
- Establish real-time management practices to optimize resource allocation and protect service levels across multiple channels (calls, emails, chats) in collaboration with internal customer support teams and Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) partners
- Provide centralized visibility of workforce availability, skillsets, and deployment efficiency across global teams
- Recommend or administer updates related to case routing, priority rules, and skill-based assignments to improve workload distribution
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Process Improvement & Governance
- Review, challenge, and enhance global WFM processes, ensuring alignment with best practices and business goals
- Lead standardized processes for Work-from-Home (WFH), Business Continuity, and Disaster Recovery for Customer
- Support the design and execution of emergency management procedures, including decision-making frameworks and operational continuity.
- Collaborate with leadership and BPO partners to drive improvement initiatives and performance alignment
Analysis, Reporting & Stakeholder Support
- Analyze operational data to identify business trends, performance drivers, and improvement opportunities
- Deliver accurate, timely reporting that supports informed decisions across the Customer Support organization
- Facilitate performance reviews, business discussions, and operational deep dives with leadership
- Provide recommendations to optimize workforce utilization and support achievement of service level objectives
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in business administration, Project Management, Customer Service, Operations, or related fields
- 5+ years of experience in a call center or customer support environment, with strong exposure to workforce management, business analysis, or operational improvement
- Proven experience implementing WFM practices and workforce development initiatives
- Proficiency with Automatic Call Distribution (ACD) systems and case management platforms
- Strong analytical and numerical skills, with solid understanding of statistical analysis and data interpretation
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels
- Advanced skills in MS Office, especially Excel (Pivot Table, VLOOKUP, formulas), and familiarity with visualization tools such as Tableau or Power BI
- Exposure to project management methodologies is preferred
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Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- Mental Health Benefits
- Health Reimbursement Account
- On-Site Gym
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Fitness Subsidies
Parental Benefits
- Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
- Fertility Benefits
Work Flexibility
- Remote Work Opportunities
- Flexible Work Hours
- Hybrid Work Opportunities
Office Life and Perks
- Company Outings
- On-Site Cafeteria
- Holiday Events
- Casual Dress
- Snacks
Vacation and Time Off
- Personal/Sick Days
- Leave of Absence
- Paid Vacation
Financial and Retirement
- 401(K) With Company Matching
- Stock Purchase Program
- Performance Bonus
Professional Development
- Internship Program
- Shadowing Opportunities
- Access to Online Courses
- Leadership Training Program
- Promote From Within
- Mentor Program
- Lunch and Learns
Diversity and Inclusion
- Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program