Global Leader HR Technology & People Analytics (m./f.)

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Hiring Remotely in Philadelphia, PA, USA
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Transportation
The Role
Company Description

Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services to the rail industry. Our expertise, technologies, and people - together - are accelerating the future of transportation. Learn more about us at http://www.WabtecCorp.com.

Job Description

How will you make a difference?

This role is responsible for leading and directing HR Technology and People Analytics combined functions across the global enterprise. The leader will create, deliver, and support a technology and analytics strategy that leverages best practices, industry standards, and advanced technology, like Artificial Intelligence (AI) to advance Human Resources.  The Leader oversees all activities involved in organizing, prioritizing, leading, monitoring, and ensuring success of large-scale transformation and day-to-day operations across multiple functions, departments, and geographies. The Leader oversees all activities in support of Human Resources reporting, metrics, insights, and service delivery, as well as transactional efficiencies, security administration, end-user change management, data exchange and governance design, data privacy, deployment of features and functions, and implementation of system upgrades. The Global Leader of HR Technology & People Analytics strives to develop excellent working relationships inside and outside of Human Resources while leading and developing a dispersed, global team.

What will your typical day look like?

Your daily work will include strategic leadership, program management, headcount planning, data management, change management, vendor management, system maintenance, testing & quality assurance, reporting, issue management, audit and compliance, AI Integration, AI-driven, insights, retention prediction.

Qualifications

What do we want to know about you?

- Bachelor’s degree in human resources, computer science, information systems, or relevant field. Equivalent work experience in a similar position may be substituted for education requirements.

- Substantial experience in HR system and process transformation, system implementations, data quality management, system integrations, HR reporting and analytics, and organizational change management within a large, complex enterprise, ideally across a range of geographies and segments.

- Proven track record of supporting and influencing senior business leadership teams across functions within a large, multi-country organization.

- Experience in designing solutions, leading and managing large-scale projects and initiatives.

- Experience leading and implementing mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and joint ventures supporting Human Resources and/or HR systems.

- 10+ years of experience leading, managing, and developing teams.

- 10+ years of experience with HR disciplines such as HR Business Partner, Payroll, Benefits, Compensation, Benefits, Recruiting, Employee Engagement, HR Systems, HR Operations, and/or HR Reporting and Analytics.

- 15+ years of experience with HR systems such as Oracle HCM, PeopleSoft, Workday, SAP, Success Factors, Kronos, and/or ADP, preferably in a global, multi-tenant environment.

Additional Information

Our job titles may span more than one career level. The salary rate for this role is currently $161,300 - 229,800 The actual salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, education, business needs, market demands and work location. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. More information on offered benefits, which include health, welfare, and retirement, are available at mywabtecbenefits.com. Other benefit offerings for this role may include annual bonus, if eligible.

What could you accomplish in a place that puts People First?

At Wabtec, it’s not just about a job - it’s about the impact you make. When our people come together, we’re Expanding the Possible by continuously improving what we do and how we do it - for our clients and each other.

If you’re ready to revolutionize how the world moves for future generations, Wabtec is the place for you.
 

Who are we?

Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for the freight and transit rail sectors. Drawing on more than 150 years of experience, we are leading the way in safety, efficiency, reliability, innovation, and productivity. Whether it’s freight, transit, ports, logistics, mining, industrial, or marine, our expertise, technologies, and people together – are accelerating the future of transportation. With roots that date back to George Westinghouse, Thomas Edison, and Louis Faiveley, Wabtec has always built technologies and implemented solutions for a variety of sectors that are critical to meeting the needs of customers and governments alike.

Our global team of about 30,000 employees worldwide delivers performance that moves the world forward. We’re lifelong learners, obsessed with better. Learn more at www.WabtecCorp.com.

Culture powers us and the possibilities.

We believe the best ideas come from a mix of experiences and backgrounds. At Wabtec, we strive every day to create a place where everyone belongs. We’re building a culture where leadership, inclusion and your unique perspective fuel progress.

We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome talent of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, including race, gender, age, disability, veteran status and more.

Need accommodation? Just let us know - we’ve got you.

Wabtec Corporation Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Wabtec Corporation and has not been reviewed or approved by Wabtec Corporation.

  • Retirement Support Employer 401(k) funding can reach an effective 6% of pay through a match plus an additional company contribution, with company funds vesting after three years. This consistent retirement formula adds meaningful long-term value.
  • Healthcare Strength Health coverage includes multiple medical plan options with dental and vision, telemedicine, and robust mental health resources such as Spring Health and Headspace. HSA/HRA support and recognized national carriers further bolster the offering.
  • Parental & Family Support Paid parental/adoption leave is part of the core package, alongside family-building benefits via Progyny and adoption assistance. Additional supports like doula reimbursement expand coverage for growing families.

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The Company
HQ: Pittsburgh, PA
10,001 Employees
Year Founded: 1872

What We Do

Transportation solutions that move and improve the world At Wabtec, we help our customers overcome their toughest challenges by delivering rail and industrial solutions that improve safety, efficiency and productivity. Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services. Whether it's freight rail, transit, mining, industrial or marine, our expertise, technologies, and people - together - are accelerating the future of transportation.

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