Manager, HRIS

About the Role

The Manager, HRIS oversees design, deployment and management of various HR systems. This role is a hands-on technical expert for HRIS that will help build and execute a technology roadmap that balances the strategic and operational needs of the organization through its people. They must be able to articulate a clear vision for translating data into actionable insights which drive business results.

• Communicate frequently and effectively with all stakeholders both formally and informally, to stay abreast of business demands and proactively address operational need

• execution and development of the company’s payroll practices

• Utilize a suite of tools to curate critical moments which improve the employee experience and reinforce core values

• Act as project manager in partnership with functional HR owners to determine and deliver the best systems/process approach to resolve new challenges and address inefficiencies;

• Work with Claire’s business leaders to further progress “hire to retire” initiatives within HR;

• Design, implement and support HR systems with the goal of leveraging technology and adopting best practices from benchmark companies to improve overall HR efficiency;

• Lead all integration efforts with core HR systems to ensure accuracy & efficiencies between systems;

• Develop people analytics, leveraging subject matter experts to define tools and processes to provide actionable intelligence;

• Build and maintain ad-hoc analytics using multiple data sources to solve complex human capital related opportunities;

• Design process and tools for developing and distributing HR dashboards across various stakeholder groups;

• Provide oversight to the successful Manage and develop the HRIS team to focus on efficiency, effectiveness, and innovation;

• Oversee HR system security, including establishing and enforcing high standards for data security;

• Evaluate and recommend new tools, technologies & processes to enhance end-user productivity & employee experience, as well as to improve the capabilities of existing systems;

• Enhance manager and employee self-service capabilities to reduce manager’s administrative burden

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Information Systems, or a related field. Master’s degree preferred

• 5+ years of progressive work experience with HRIS and Payroll, including experience managing a team

• Experience working in a complex, global environment is a plus

• Experience working with multiple human capital management (HCM) and payroll products, including Workday and ADP, which cut across the employee lifecycle including Recruiting, Onboarding, Time/Attendance, etc.

• Experience with data analytics using Excel or similar products. Advanced skills with Microsoft Access, PowerPoint and Excel;

• Intermediate to advanced skills with data visualization platforms such as IBM Cognos or equivalent business intelligence software

• Demonstrated change management skills, including the ability to effectively and proactively inform, influence, and educate leadership, cross-functional stakeholders and team members;

• Customer Service orientation and ability to build and maintain positive cross-functional relationships;

• Strong analytical execution with thoroughness, accuracy, and focus on data integrity;

• Systems implementation experience and strong project management skills;

• Understanding of HR, Payroll, Finance, and IT business processes and how they impact HR systems;

• Effective written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain data and findings to a non-technical audience;

• Innovative thinker and agile learner who applies past learnings with current data to generate improvements to business processes and functionality;

Claire's is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity and inclusion and we encourage applications from members of all underrepresented groups, including those with disabilities. We will accommodate applicants' needs, upon request, throughout all stages of the recruitment process. Please inform us of the accommodation(s) that you may require.