HR Data Operation Specialist

About the role

The HR Data Operations Specialist is responsible for managing a range of services in support of the Human Resources (HR) Operations function and ensuring global HR data is maintained in an accurate, compliant, and timely manner. This role serves as a key point of contact for employee lifecycle workflows and data management, supporting global and local processes from onboarding through to offboarding. The position operates independently and as part of a team, utilizing HR systems to resolve complex issues, generate data analytics, and champion digital transformation across multiple functions and countries.

Key Responsibilities

This position is a remote role based in Romania, with regular office days in Bucharest.

• Maintain employment and personal information in the global HR information system (Oracle) and various local systems across multiple countries, supporting lifecycle event processing including onboarding, transfers, and offboarding.

• Conduct regular data audits to identify and resolve discrepancies, duplicates, or missing information, ensuring high-quality data hygiene for payroll and audit purposes.

• Respond to reports and data analytics requests from HRBP/COE teams or business leaders utilizing tools such as Oracle, ServiceNow, various time and payroll systems, Tableau, or other analytical applications.

• Consult and guide employees, HR team members, and business managers on an array of HR-related needs, processes,within defined service level agreements (SLAs).

• Participate on project teams to execute regional or global system updates, test new HRIS features, and drive continuous process optimization powered by technology.

• Oversee HR administration for multiple EMEA countries, including the preparation of employment contracts and addenda. 

• Maintain and update, and provide support with multiple Time and Attendance systems across various EMEA countries. 

• Automate and streamline our processes and leverage technology to optimize our resources in the broader HR team to deliver exceptional services.

Required

• Minimum of two to three (2-3) years of relevant work experience managing HR data within a regional or global HR Shared Service Organization or fast-paced corporate environment.
• Experience with Core Human Capital Management (HCM) Data Management, with preferred knowledge of systems such as Oracle, ServiceNow, PeopleSoft, and time and attendance systems.
• Proficiency in English speaking, reading, and writing, alongside strong interpersonal and written communication skills across all levels of the organization.
• Strong working knowledge of standard productivity tools (Microsoft 365, Google Workspace or similar). 

Skills you need to succeed

• Tech-savvy mindset with the ability to navigate multiple connected HR platforms, case management systems (such as ServiceNow), and data analytics tools (such as Tableau).
• Strong critical thinking and analytical skills with high attention to detail, extreme accuracy, and independent judgment required to handle diverse and confidential information.
• Continuous improvement expertise to automate and streamline our processes and leverage technology to deliver and enhance our services. 

What We Offer

Here's a glimpse of the great benefits you can expect:

- Financial & Health Benefits: We offer Health insurance and various allowances, including Social, Food, Bairam, Meal, Shuttle, and Heating allowances.

- Time Off: Enjoy a minimum of 16 days of Annual Leave (increasing with seniority) and we also provide specific paid leave for life events.

- Continuous Development: We invest in your growth with individually set-up development plans, access to language courses, and various internal trainings.

- Flexible Work & Well-being: Hybrid work options (for most roles).

- Community Engagement: Opportunities to participate in volunteer activities to support Non-Profit Organizations.

To help us process your application quickly, please upload your CV in either PDF or Word format. We also kindly ask that you submit your resume in the same language as this job posting.

Why join Avery Dennison:

We are a global materials science and digital identification solutions company with locations in over 50 countries, and approximately 35,000 employees worldwide. As a science and innovation company, we believe that diverse teams are stronger teams. We are committed to fostering a culture of curiosity and courage, where you can grow your career with a company that has innovation in its DNA. Founded on creating real-world impact to enable a better future, we strive to provide an open, collaborative culture where diversity of thought is encouraged and respected. Hear from our employees about what it's like working at Avery Dennison. Learn more at www.averydennison.com.

Our Saray location in Türkiye, founded in 2009, is a collaborative and dynamic environment that supports our Apparel Solutions division and employs approximately 400 talented individuals. Here, we produce care labels, RFID solutions and work with different types of printing technologies (paper, woven, fabric and transfer labels) serving world-class brands, within the Apparel sector, like Adidas. Key functions at this site include Sales, Finance, Operations, Supply Chain and HR teams, offering diverse career paths and opportunities for growth.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Avery Dennison is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to a disability, please contact us to request an accommodation at [email protected]. In the EMEA region, we foster an inclusive culture through active Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) like Elevate, Unite, and our Mental Health group. Please visit our DE&I page to learn more about our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion approach.

Pay Transparency Statement:

The hiring base salary range above represents what Avery Dennison reasonably expects to pay for this position as of the date of this posting. Actual salaries will vary within the range, and in some circumstances may be above or below the range, based on various factors including but not limited to a candidate’s relevant skills, experience, education and training, and location, as well as the job scope and complexity, responsibilities, and regular and/or necessary travel required for the position, which may change depending on the candidate pool. Avery Dennison reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.