WORKFORCE MANAGEMENT SENIOR MANAGER (HR SYSTEMS)

⚡Do you dare to lead the digital transformation to create a more sustainable world? 🌳At Schneider Electric, we are the leading digital partner in sustainability and efficiency for businesses, communities, and individuals. Our goal is for all people to be able to make the most of our energy and resources through the integration of processes, software, big data, and energy technologies that enable integrated management of buildings, industries, and cities. We are present in over 110 countries with a diverse and disruptive team of over 150,000 people. If you are seeking an opportunity to propel your career and challenge your creativity, we want to meet you!Schneider Digital is the digital department of Schneider Electric, leading the digital transformation in the company by giving support globally to our internal teams and our clients. Schneider Digital consists of 6 Digital Hubs worldwide which are strategically located to ensure a 24/7 support across the company (France, China, India, USA, Mexico and Spain). Our Digital Hub in Barcelona is formed by +450 employees working in strategic projects and different roles such as Data, Cybersecurity, ERP, Cloud, Infrastructures, IT Project Management or Digital Marketing.We are seeking a talented individual to join the team as Workforce Management Manager. We are looking for a candidate who showcases leadership qualities and is enthusiastic about driving efficiency, fostering an innovation culture in software development lifecycle practices within the Time and Absence and other application ecosystem.You will play a pivotal role in driving the strategic direction and operational efficiency of the Workforce Management solution deployed in Schneider Electric. You will be responsible for overseeing the implementation, maintenance, optimization, and innovation of our systems, ensuring they align with our business objectives and deliver exceptional value to our employees worldwide. Our team is committed to driving continuous improvement through various programs and initiatives.We focus on:Technical platform ownership of Time & Absence solutions.Strategic alignment on the technology solutions deployed across the business units for the above modules.Technology solutioning, technical evaluations of best of the breed solutions available on the market.Main ResponsibilitiesIdentify, evaluate, and implement new technologies and digital solutions that can enhance the digital capabilities.Partnering with Business teams to define and manage the global digital portfolio for Payroll under Human Capital Management, including the selection, prioritization, and implementation of digital initiatives.Thinking big picture to analyze beyond the immediate solution and identify all impacts and risks.Work closely with cross-functional teams, including HR, Digital security, Regional HR and IT teams, product management, and operations teams, to ensure delivering digital initiatives.Delivering successful project management, coordinating internal resources and vendors for the flawless execution of projects.Providing authoritative guidance in the resolution of complex problems or issues related to critical activities for the organization: Strategic, Projects, Operations.Managing regular executive meetings including, but not limited to, setting the agenda, providing insights and analysis to inform strategic conversations and tracking follow through to increase accountability.Supporting actively in, ownership and oversight of strategic initiatives, data gathering and consolidation requests, and ad hoc or special projects as neededMaintaining a consistent communication and socialization plan to ensure all stakeholders have the most up to date information.Providing oversight regarding the development and implementation of measuring, reporting, and supporting ongoing decision-making services: KPIs, SLAs: Programs | Initiatives | Operations | VendorsManage vendor partnerships and contracts, review and find opportunities to improve services, reduce costs.Providing support and leadership for many of the activities intended to set strategic direction and maintain alignment within the business: Leadership Workshops, Stakeholder Engagement Workshops, Regional EngagementsManage capacity forecast & Planning, skill forecast & development to effectively manage allocations & report financials.Stay current on digital trends and advancements, evaluate the potential impact of new technologies on the capability's digital services.What qualifications will make you successful for this role?Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.MBA in Information technology preferred.10+ years of experience in HR technology management or leadership role.Deep knowledge of HCM cloud solution architecture, configuration, customization, security, integration, reporting, and testing methodologies and tools.8+ years of experience architecting, designing, and/or delivering scalable solutions.Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to make decisions in a fast-paced environment.Strong understanding of agile methodologies and their application in technology projects.Proven expertise in implementing and supporting Workforce Management solutions e,g, Oracle HCM OTL, Absence, UKG (Kronos), Workday or similar.Excellent project management and problem-solving abilities.Finance and budgeting experience for projects and programs.Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with users, professionals, and IT teams.Experience in engaging, influencing, and driving initiatives by partnering with technology executives.Must have experience in direct and extended team people management.Experience mentoring software engineers or architects.Nice to have:Experience with specific HR technology platforms with Kronos expertiseKnowledge of industry best practices and trends in HR technology.Experience in at least one technology migration or implementation of Kronos in a large organization.Experience with data analytics and business intelligence tools.What will you get? We adapt to you:🕓 With our flexible schedule, you'll have the freedom to adjust your work hours to accommodate your personal needs and responsibilities.💻 We know how great it is to work from home. With our hybrid work plan, you can enjoy working from the comfort of your home.🏝 Need more time to relax and disconnect? With our Holy Pack, you can purchase additional vacation days to recharge when you need it most.📅 Celebrate holidays your way! With Floating Holidays, you can exchange holidays for other days that better suit your plans and personal preferences.🧘‍Need additional time to explore new experiences or focus on personal projects? With the Sabbatical Pack, you can request up to 2 months of extra leave (unpaid).💞 We value the importance of family and want to support you in all aspects of your life. Our Global Family Leave Policy provides flexible paid conditions for when you need it most, whether you're about to be a parent, need time to overcome a loss, or to care for a loved one.We take care of you:📱 With access to the health and wellness platform Wellwo, you and up to 5 people of your choice can enjoy virtual medical care and 24/7 psychological support, as well as access to nutrition counseling, fitness classes, and more!🏄‍From dance classes to booking a hotel spa, we offer an agreement with Wellhub so you can access a network of thousands of gyms and sports centers to keep your body active in the way you like best.🩺 Your well-being is our priority. You will have medical service at your workplace for close attention to any medical needs.We empower you:🎯 With Open Talent Market, our AI-driven professional development platform, you can connect with job opportunities, projects, and mentors at Schneider Electric globally.🤑 We offer you the opportunity to be a shareholder of Schneider Electric and share in our achievements with our stock ownership program.🙌 We celebrate everyone's talent and success with our recognition program, through which you can give and receive points for your achievements and redeem them for gift cards at your favorite stores.💗 You will have life insurance for your protection.💰 We offer you a Flexible Remuneration Plan in which you can choose from a variety of options, such as health insurance, meal vouchers, childcare vouchers, transportation vouchers, training, and more.🎁 With Club Schneider, you will enjoy special discounts at your favorite stores, restaurants, travel agencies, and other external services.💚 Participate in company-subsidized volunteer programs to contribute to our community and have a positive impact on your environment.Schneider Electric aspires to be the most inclusive and caring company in the world, by providing equitable opportunities to everyone, everywhere, and ensuring all employees feel uniquely valued and safe to contribute their best. We mirror the diversity of the communities in which we operate, and ‘inclusion’ is one of our core values. We believe our differences make us stronger as a company and as individuals and we are committed to championing inclusivity in everything we do. This extends to our Candidates and is embedded in our Hiring Practices.You can find out more about our commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion here and our DEI Policy here