Performance Manager Jobs in California
Performance Manager jobs in California are in high demand, with openings concentrated in technology, entertainment, digital media, and enterprise software, and roles available from coordinator-level through senior director. Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego are the largest hiring metros, where companies like Google, Salesforce, and Disney maintain substantial operations and consistently bring on performance managers. The most sought-after specialties are paid media performance, sales performance management, and workforce analytics. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Our values start with our people, join a team that values you!
Bring your talents to Ross, our leading off-price retail chain with over 2,200 stores, and a strong track record of success and growth. Our focus has always been bringing our customers a constant stream of high-quality brands and on-trend merchandise at extraordinary savings. All while providing a fun and exciting treasure hunt experience.
As part of our team, you will experience:
- Success. Our winning team pursues excellence while learning and evolving
- Career growth. We develop industry leading talent because Ross grows when our people grow
- Teamwork. We work together to solve the hard problems and find the right solution
- Our commitment to Diversity, Equality & Inclusion, and our community. We celebrate the backgrounds, identities, and ideas of those who work and shop with us because our differences make us stronger. We strive to be a positive force in our community.
Our Corporate headquarters are in Dublin, CA, we have 3 buying offices in key markets in New York City, Los Angeles, and Boston, and 8 distribution centers nationwide. With 2025 revenues of $22.8 billion, we are a Fortune 500 company who is committed to providing an inclusive work environment with continuous learning opportunities and development for our teams.
GENERAL PURPOSE:Data driven Corporate Properties professional specializing in facilities operations, service delivery, and performance analytics. Leverages CMMS data to analyze work order trends, Service Level Agreement performance, interior space utilization, Move/Add/Change activity, and workplace amenities, translating findings into actionable insights for site and executive leadership. Partners closely with vendors and contract teams to ensure scope compliance, manage performance scorecards, support RFPs, and drive continuous service improvements. Provides analytical support to Corporate Properties leadership for OPEX and CAPEX tracking, forecasting, invoice validation, and asset lifecycle management through accurate dashboards and reporting. Collaborates cross functionally to enhance workplace services, support compliance and risk mitigation, and enable informed, data backed decision making across the organization.
The base salary range for this role is $96,700 - $146,050. The base salary range is dependent on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, qualifications, relevant education, certifications, seniority, and location. The range listed is just one component of the total compensation package for employees. Other rewards vary by position and location.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Operations & Service Delivery
- Monitor work orders via CMMS; analyze ticket trends, backlog, and SLA adherence & report to each site CP leader
- Provide analytics for space moves, conference room reservations - utilization, and all MAC (moves/adds/changes) activity, make recommendations for process improvements
- Evaluate café, food & coffee service, fitness center activity, and financial performance of these services
Vendor & Contract Support
- Ensure delivery of contractor scope adherence and all conditions, COIs, rates, and performance scorecards
- Validate scope completion and collect service reports; flag non conformance
- Support competitive bids/RFPs and assist in updating SOWs and SLAs
Budgeting & Financial Controls
- Track OPEX/CAPEX against plan; validate invoices, process accruals, and maintain cost logs
- Prepare variance analysis and quarterly re forecasts
- Maintain asset registers, warranty logs, and lifecycle plans, update PDSL as required
Data, Reporting & Analytics
- Build weekly/monthly dashboards: SLA performance, ticket volumes, response/resolve times, spend, vendor performance, energy usage, and space utilization
- Support QBR dashboard, provide reports and analysis
- Identify root causes and recommend process improvements based on data trends
- Maintain facilities documentation: floor plans, as builts, equipment lists, and playbooks
Compliance & Risk
- Help ensure compliance with OSHA, ADA, life safety, and local building codes; support audits
- Assist with BCP/DR plans for facilities, including critical vendor readiness
Vendor Management (No Direct Reports)
- Validate completion of daily/weekly routines (cleaning, food service, fitness, stocking, PM visits)
- Track recurring issues and drive performance improvements through accountability conversations
Communication & Stakeholder Engagement
- Provide concise updates to Ross Associates, Corporate Properties Leadership and others as required
- Partner with cross-functional teams (IT/AV, HR, Security, Food Services) to support business operations
COMPETENCIES:
People
- Building Effective Teams (for managers of People and Projects)
- Developing Talent (for managers of people only, N/A for this role/level)
- Collaboration
Self
- Leading by Example
- Communicates Effectively
- Ensures Accountability and Execution
- Manages Conflict
Business
- Business Acumen
- Plans, Aligns and Prioritizes
- Organizational Agility
With particular emphasis on the following specific position-related competencies
- Independent, Self Directed Work
- Multitasking & Prioritization
- Customer Service
- Attention to detail
QUALIFICATIONS AND SPECIAL SKILLS REQUIRED:
- Bachelor's degree in business, finance or real estate or relevant work experience.
- Minimum 7 years of facilities, workplace operations, or property management experience.
- Experience coordinating outsourced vendors in high-volume corporate environments.
- Must have excellent organizational, analytical, written or communication skills with the ability to build relationships and communicate effectively with associates at all levels, including executives.
- Strong analytical and problem solving skills with demonstrated ability to interpret operational and financial data, identify trends, and provide actionable recommendations.
- Ability to work independently in a large, complex office.
- Proficiency with Microsoft 365, Teams, and work order systems.
- Experience supporting large corporate sites (1,000+ employees) preferred.
- Mechanical/electrical knowledge and ability to articulate potential issues from past and future trends preferred.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/ADA:
Job requires ability to work in an office environment, primarily on a computer.
Requires sitting, standing, walking, hearing, talking on the telephone, attending in-person meetings, typing, and working with paper/files, etc.
Consistent timeliness and regular attendance.
Vision requirements: Ability to see information in print and/or electronically.
Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
This role requires full-time in-office presence, including to engage in in-person team interaction, meetings and collaboration, client support, mentoring, coaching, and/or feedback.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
N/A
DISCLAIMER
This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at management's discretion.
Ross is an equal employment opportunity employer. We consider individuals for employment or promotion according to their skills, abilities and experience. We believe that it is an essential part of the Company's overall commitment to attract, hire and develop a strong, talented and diverse workforce. Ross is committed to complying with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, religious creed, age, national origin, ancestry, physical, mental or developmental disability, sex (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth or breastfeeding), veteran status, military status, marital or registered domestic partnership status, medical condition (including cancer or genetic characteristics), genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, as well as any other category protected by federal, state or local laws.
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- Technology & Software17
- Fintech3
- Aerospace & Defense3
- Electronics & Hardware2
- Banking & Financial Services2
What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in performance manager jobs across California.
- Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, finance, or a related field required
- Proven experience managing KPIs, OKRs, or performance reporting frameworks across teams
- Proficiency with analytics platforms such as Tableau, Salesforce, or Google Analytics
- Experience leading cross-functional teams and communicating results to senior stakeholders
- Strong knowledge of performance coaching methodologies and employee development practices
- Familiarity with California labor law requirements relevant to performance review and compensation cycles
Performance Manager Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a performance manager in California?
Most performance manager roles in California require a bachelor's degree in business, human resources, marketing, or a related field, with a master's degree preferred for senior positions. California does not require a state-issued license for this role, but employers often expect certifications such as SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, or a Project Management Professional credential. Building experience in analytics, team leadership, or a specialist function like paid media or sales operations is the most reliable path into the role.
Which companies hire performance managers in California?
Employers hiring performance managers in California right now include Airwallex, NVIDIA, and Newsbreak, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. California's concentration of technology headquarters, entertainment studios, and enterprise software firms makes it one of the most active states for this role year-round.
Which California cities have the most performance manager jobs?
San Francisco, Los Angeles, and Irvine have the most performance manager openings in California. Los Angeles anchors demand through its entertainment, media, and ad-tech industries, San Francisco draws hiring from enterprise technology and fintech firms, and San Diego's growth in biotech and defense contributes a steady stream of analytics-focused performance roles in smaller but established organizations.
Are there remote performance manager jobs in California?
Yes, and more than most fields. About 53% of performance manager openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting how much of the work centers on reporting, strategy, and stakeholder communication rather than on-site supervision. Paid media performance and workforce analytics roles tend to offer the most remote flexibility, while roles focused on frontline team coaching are more likely to require an in-person presence.
How can I get hired as a performance manager in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is through an analyst or coordinator role in the same function, such as a marketing analyst, sales operations coordinator, or HR generalist, then moving into performance management once you have measurable results to show. Large California employers like Salesforce, Warner Bros. Discovery, and Kaiser Permanente run rotational programs and associate tracks that place early-career candidates into performance-adjacent functions. Earning a SHRM or Google Analytics certification before applying gives candidates a concrete edge when experience is limited.
Where can I find and apply to performance manager jobs in California?
You can find and apply to performance manager jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings from employers actively hiring now. Search the listings for roles that match your experience and specialty, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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