Head of HR Systems EMEA - SAP SuccessFactors

As Head of HR Systems EMEA (m/f/d), you will drive the development and optimization of the company’s regional HR systems landscape. Key focus areas include HR systems strategy, SAP SuccessFactors, Payroll, process optimization, vendor management and the delivery of transformation initiatives. While it is a managerial role, we are looking for a candidate who is still excited to work hands-on alongside the team

• Speichern, * Lead and develop a small team of HR Systems professionals responsible for the regional HR technology landscape.
• Oversee the performance, governance, and continuous improvement of the company’s core HR systems environment, with a strong focus on SAP SuccessFactors.
• Partner closely with HR, Payroll, IT, and business stakeholders to translate business requirements into scalable technology solutions.
• Drive harmonization and optimization of HR processes across multiple countries within the EMEA region.
• Lead regional and international HR technology projects, including system enhancements, implementations, and transformation initiatives.
• Manage external implementation partners, consultants, and service providers.
• Ensure system compliance with legal, regulatory, and business requirements.
• Define and oversee testing, release management, and change activities related to HR systems.
• Support the development of reporting, analytics, and workforce data capabilities.
• Govern integrations between HR platforms and adjacent enterprise applications.

• Several years of experience within HR Technology, HRIS, HR Systems, or HRIT environments.
• Strong expertise in SAP SuccessFactors, ideally including Employee Central and Payroll-related processes.
• Proven track record leading HR systems projects and transformation initiatives in an international environment.
• Experience managing cross-functional stakeholders across HR and IT functions.
• Previous people management experience.
• Good understanding of HR operations and end-to-end employee lifecycle processes.
• Experience working with external vendors, consulting partners, and system providers.
• Strong analytical skills combined with a pragmatic, solution-oriented mindset.
• Very good communication and stakeholder management capabilities.
• Professional proficiency in German and English.
• Willingness to travel within the EMEA region on selected occasions.

• Management role for a small team
• Interesting and complex work
• International work environment
• Attractive salary package

Our client is a leading manufacturing and engineering organization with a complex global workforce, operating across multiple regions. The role is based within the greater Frankfurt area.