Sales Operations Representative

FormFactor, Inc.; California (MO); On-site; USD 71,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability coverage

401(k) match

ESPP

Paid time off

Profit-sharing

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

FormFactor, Inc. in Livermore, California, is seeking a Sales Operations Representative to support day-to-day sales operations, assist Account Managers, and coordinate with cross-functional partners across ERP/CRM systems and order management.

This early-career role focuses on learning sales operations, customer support, and manufacturing processes, with emphasis on accurate data, timely updates, and proactive issue escalation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field preferred; equivalent experience may be considered.
• 0-2 years of experience in Sales Operations, Customer Operations, Customer Service, Supply Chain, or a related business support role.
• Interest in semiconductor, wafer test, high-tech manufacturing, or customer operations preferred.
• Basic understanding of Forecasting and demand planning concepts, Order management and ERP/CRM systems, supply chain and manufacturing workflows.

Responsibilities

• Support assigned customer accounts under the guidance of senior Sales Operations team members.
• Assist Sales Account Managers with routine account activity, customer follow-up, and internal coordination.
• Develop professional working relationships with customer procurement, operations, and internal support teams.
• Provide timely updates on order status, shipment timing, and open action items as directed.
• Assist with collecting and updating customer demand information and maintain CRM and ERP records.

Skills

Communication

Customer follow-ups

Deadline adherence

Detail-oriented

High accuracy

Issue escalation

Salesforce

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or related field

Tools

Oracle

Salesforce

Job description

Forming Our Future together

FormFactor, Inc. (NASDAQ: FORM), is a leading provider of essential test and measurement technologies along the full semiconductor product life cycle - from characterization, modeling, reliability, and design de-bug, to qualification and production test. Semiconductor companies rely upon FormFactor's products and services to accelerate profitability by optimizing device performance and advancing yield knowledge. The company serves customers through its network of facilities in Asia, Europe, and North America.

Rooted in our core values - Focus on the Customer, Ownership & Accountability, Respectfully & Effectively Communicate, and Motivate & Develop People - we foster an environment where diverse perspectives are not only welcomed but celebrated. Everyone can make an impact here. Whether it's improving products, supporting customers, or positively influencing peers and the community, the contributions of our people matter.

Shift

The regular hours for this position are day shift.

Job Description

The Sales Operations Representative supports day-to-day sales operations activities by assisting Sales Account Managers, senior Sales Operations team members, and cross-functional partners with order management, customer communication, data maintenance, and shipment follow-up. This role is designed for an early-career professional who is developing foundational knowledge of sales operations, customer support, ERP/CRM systems, and semiconductor or high-tech manufacturing processes.

Key Responsibilities

Account & Customer Management

• Support assigned customer accounts under the guidance of senior Sales Operations team members.
• Assist Sales Account Managers with routine account activity, customer follow-up, and internal coordination.
• Develop professional working relationships with customer procurement, operations, and internal support teams.
• Provide timely updates on order status, shipment timing, and open action items as directed.

Forecast Management & Demand Alignment

• Assist with collecting and updating customer demand information in coordination with Sales Account Managers.
• Support forecast data entry, validation, and follow-up to help maintain accurate demand information.
• Coordinate with Planning and senior team members to confirm basic supply and schedule information.
• Maintain CRM and ERP records accurately, including customer information, order details, and follow-up notes.

Order Management & Execution

• Support order management activities from purchase order receipt through shipment under supervision.
• Assist with order entry and validation, including checking accuracy of part numbers / configurations, delivery dates, customer-specific requirements.
• Help track backlog, expedite requests, pushouts, and order changes while escalating issues as needed.
• Coordinate with internal teams to confirm customer requirements and support schedule alignment.

On-Time Delivery & Supply Chain Coordination

• Monitor shipment status and support on-time delivery follow-up for assigned orders or accounts.
• Assist Planning and Supply Chain teams by gathering updates related to capacity constraints, long lead-time materials, build and qualification timelines.
• Identify and communicate potential schedule risks to senior team members for guidance.
• Support escalation tracking by documenting issues, owners, and next steps.

New Product Introduction (NPI) / Design Support

• Assist with tracking new probe card design activity and related customer or engineering updates.
• Support coordination across Sales, Engineering, and Operations by helping track customer qualifications, first silicon / first article timelines, design iterations and revisions.
• Update NPI milestone trackers and follow up on open items as assigned.
• Help ensure customer updates are communicated clearly and consistently through the appropriate account owner.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Support coordination across key functional teams, including sales, planning, supply chain, engineering, manufacturing / operations.
• Participate in account reviews, supply/demand calls, and production meetings to capture updates and action items.
• Follow up with internal stakeholders to support customer commitments and operational priorities.
• Maintain reports, trackers, and KPI data to support visibility into account and order status.
• Identify routine process issues and suggest improvements to senior team members or management.

Preferred Qualifications & Experiences

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field preferred; equivalent experience may be considered.
• 0-2 years of experience in Sales Operations, Customer Operations, Customer Service, Supply Chain, or a related business support role.
• Interest in semiconductor, wafer test, high-tech manufacturing, or customer operations preferred.
• Basic understanding of, or willingness to learn Forecasting and demand planning concepts, Order management and ERP/CRM systems, Supply chain and manufacturing workflows.

Success Measures

• Accurate and timely updates to customer, order, forecast, and shipment data.
• Effective follow-up on open orders, backlog items, and shipment status.
• Timely escalation of risks, issues, and customer-impacting changes.
• Reliable support for account reviews, trackers, reports, and cross-functional action items.
• Positive customer and internal stakeholder feedback on responsiveness and execution support.

Skills

Communication, Customer Follow-Ups, Deadline Adherence, Detail-Oriented, High Accuracy, Issue Escalation, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Multitasking, Oracle, Problem Solving, Salesforce (Software), Willingness to Learn

Education & Experience

Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 2 years of related experience; or an advanced degree without experience; or equivalent work experience| Required

Pay Range

$71,400.00 - $93,660.00

Pay Range Explained

This role in Livermore, California pays between $71,400.00 and $93,660.00 per year, depending on your experience, skills, and background. Pay may vary in other locations. We offer a full benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, a 401(k) with company match, employee stock purchase plan (ESPP), and paid time off. You'll also be eligible for quarterly profit-sharing bonuses and flexible spending or savings accounts.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

FormFactor is an equal opportunity employer. FormFactor complies with all national, state, and local laws that seek to promote equal opportunities for any applicant or employee without regard to age, race, color, gender, gender identity/expression, national origin, sexual orientation, religion, disability, marital status, pregnancy or related condition, military service, or any other legally protected characteristics. These protections apply to all aspects of employment, including but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, training, promotions, and compensation.

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