Job Description:

Assess, engage, lead, and steer all HR initiatives at NCSA region with regards to HRIS implementations, upgrades and changes according to business and HR needs. Manage end-to-end HR technologies including, SAP ERP HR related modules, SuccessFactors, Enterprise Learning Management Platform, multiple SAAS technologies, etcProvide support to the Human Resources function in the areas of workforce metrics, ad hoc reporting, and create dashboards. Establish oversight with key stakeholders, external vendors, HR, IT and Business Areas reliant upon HR processes and data, to ensure HR projects and technology enhancements are prioritized to meet business needs and successfully implemented according to business requirements, priorities, budget, and planAssess the current HR practices and the state of business systems to support HR and payroll processes, in collaboration with NCSA HR leadership, and incorporate improvements into the roadmap in conjunction with the Global IT team (in Germany). Define and expand HR and Payroll data architecture and supporting analytic capabilitiesLead and provide support to the NCSA HR team(s) with initiatives like workforce mgmt, T&A systems, application tracking, commissions calculation platforms, reporting & dashboards, and such. Establish oversight with key stakeholders, external vendors, HR, IT and business areas reliant upon HR processes and data, to ensure HR projects and technology enhancements are prioritized to meet business needs and successfully implemented according to business requirements, priorities, budget, and planDemonstrate strong understanding of HR systems and data - to eventually drive new needs and requirements. Continually works to ensure that HR and payroll user needs are met in a manner that is effective, efficient, and ultimately serves the HR and payroll teamsEnsure delivery, documentation and support of configuration and integrationinterfaces for both new functionality and enhancements. Ensure compliance, and appropriate quality controls. Lead the continual documenting, monitoring, process improvement and provide training to usersDemonstrate understanding of business processes, internal controls and compliance risk management, and related standards and best practicesMaintain a comprehensive understanding of all HR applications and remain informed of changes that have integration points or may impact supported areasCommunicate potential impacts and develop mitigation plans to minimize riskServe as liaison between Global IT and HR teams to deliver timely and expert insight on resolving issues Leadmanage regional projects with Global Project Managers and key business stakeholders; Responsible for the design and requirement gatheringWrite or modify draft change request documents (CRD functional specifications)for changes to enhancements, interfaces or user exitsDefine test cases with business, prepare test data, perform T-Test, regression testing, integration testing of HR systems relevant functionalitiesCoordinate User Acceptance Testing (UAT) with the user community and obtain approvalsBe hands on when needed - willing and able to configure business processes, conditional rules, security, alerts, notifications, and reportsRequirementsMinimum Bachelor's degree in computer science from an accredited college or university (or a similar education)5 years SAP HRIS technical knowledge and experience is requiredSAP HRIS certification is preferred but not requiredPrior HR, commission or payroll solution implementations and production support experience requiredRelated Fashion Retail industry experience is preferred but not requiredExperience in following HR solutions and integrations - ADP, Callidus, Kronos, Workforce Management Platforms, Recruiting Tool, Benefits Enrolment Platform, Digital Personnel Files, SAP IS-RETAIL, SAP CAR, SAP BW, SAP PI, Xstore CashDesk, Enboarder, Salesforce Commerce Cloud solutions are preferred but not requiredExperience supporting North, Central, South America (Canada, US, Mexico & Brazil) HR local requirements Customer focused, results oriented and proactiveAbility to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions; ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations; ability to prioritize and manage commitments and adjust to changing prioritiesAnalytical, independent, structured, and careful work attitude, as well as organizational talent and assertivenessExcellent oral and written communication skillsSpeaking other languages like German, Spanish or Portuguese is a plus