OverviewThe Senior Manager of SAP Success Factors EC and Platform plays a pivotal role in the strategic direction and development of our SAP Success Factors Core HR solution with a focus on best practices, optimization, global scalability and team development. This is a hands-on role that directs the Employee Central module product lifecycle, and drives the design, optimization and day-to-day of the entire SAP Success Factors HCM Platform. The Senior Manager is responsible for a global team to drive initiatives as well as perform platform maintenance and compliance activities aligned to technology standards and best practices. This includes the Success Factors instance and Release Management strategy, internal and external audits, Role Based Permissions, SAP product releases, and project delivery. Close partnership with Finance, HR and Payroll is required to scale processes, reduce manual work and align initiatives to business imperatives.ResponsibilitiesLead a global team of remote staff to administer and ensure compliance for the SAP Success Factors Platform and Success Factors Core HR module across 40+ countriesConfigure, maintain, and support Employee Central and the integration to EC PayrollSupport system upgrades for Platform, EC and JouleTroubleshoot complex system issues and partner with vendors as neededDevelop and drive the rollout and ongoing use of AI-enabled capabilitiesLead as well as assist with audit and compliance related reporting and associated controlsGlobal Role Based Permissions maintenance, audit and governance across the PlatformPartner with internal stakeholders to lead HR technology delivery of initiatives through hybrid agile software delivery lifecycleOperational focus on support ticket management inquiries and issues to ensure they are resolved in a timely manner while keeping stakeholders informedSuccess Factors Instance and Release ManagementVendor management of partners delivering support and project initiativesProvide technical expertise and leadership in the design, development, and maintenance of EC and Time Off solutions for global stakeholdersChampion a user-centric approach to development, ensuring that Employee Central is intuitiveCollaborate with other technical and project teams to ensure smooth integration of SAP Success Factors Employee Central data with internal and external systemsPartner with the HR functional owners and internal stakeholders to drive technology solutions that improve HR processes and simplify the user experienceEnsure SAP Success Factors Employee Central is accurately configured and locally compliantMonitor trends in Employee Central and the "Hire to Retire" processes, recommending and implementing improvements to the user experienceQualifications8+ years of system administration leading the implementation, release management and administration of Success Factors Employee Central configuration in a global environment3+ years of proven experience in a leadership role with a global footprint of Success Factors, managing of a globally diverse work from home staffAbility to drive consensus, and inspire a shared vision for SAP Success Factors product exploitation and user adoption globallyExperience with the integration of EC Payroll, DRM, Onboarding 2.0, Joule and BTPProven experience designing and implementing Success Factors Core HR business requirementsDeep domain knowledge in the Success Factors Employee Central module and Core HR system processesStrong analytical skills, with the ability to translate complex business requirements into actionable SAP Success Factors Employee Central product features, specifications and timelinesExcellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with diverse stakeholders and influence decision-makingProven ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, with a proactive and results-driven mindsetExperience with agile development methodologies, software development lifecycle (SDLC), and project management best practicesSharp interpersonal and communication skills to effectively build relationships, influence and drive decision-makingSolid understanding of HRIS and global Core HR best practicesBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration, or equivalent work related experienceSAP Success Factors Administration Certification in Employee Central or willingness to obtain such certificationSAP Success Factors Administration Certification in Onboarding 2.0 or willingness to obtain such certificationAbout UsFoundever is a global leader in the customer experience (CX) industry. With 150,000 associates across the globe, we're the team behind the best experiences for +800 of the world's leading and digital-first brands. Our innovative CX solutions, technology and expertise are designed to support operational needs for our clients and deliver a seamless experience to customers in the moments that matter.The Global HRIS team manages an application portfolio dedicated to Foundever HR Global systems. Part of IT, the organization is responsible for a global scope of services that includes HR Application Management, HR Integration, Automation & Analytics, HR Project Delivery and Vendor Management. SAP Success Factors is the global HR technology platform for Foundever and supports global processes across Core HR, Talent Development, Talent Acquisition and Payroll.The Global HRIS team is responsible for delivering and sustaining a common, scalable and efficient technology stack for employees in more than 40 countries.The Global EC and Platform team is focused on the strategy, innovation, implementation and support of Foundever's SAP Success Factors tenants and global Core HR system processes.Fundamentally, this team is guided in purpose to ensure it meets the needs of our workforce as the central hub for employee data globally. The team is responsible for the administration of the Employee Central module, Role Based Permissions, instance and release management across the Success Factors platform for more than 40 countries including compliance with internal and local regulations.