Senior Manager, HRIS and HR Technology

JOIN THE TEAM THAT’S POWERING PROGRESS

Building cities. Driving commerce. Saving lives. For over 100 years, Allison Transmission has powered the vehicles and technology that move our world forward.
What powers us? Our employees. From the first person hired by James Allison in 1915 to the thousands across the globe who work for Allison today, we’re driving progress everywhere because we employ top talent worldwide.  

Learn more about this role and how you can begin driving your career forward!

Benefits:

The below list features some of the benefits currently available. Eligibility may be subject to the terms and conditions of governing documents and available benefits may be subject to change at the company’s discretion.

• Choice of medical plans with prescription coverage

• Employer HSA contribution

• Dental & Vision Insurance

• Paid Parental Leave

• Short & Long-Term Disability

• Other voluntary benefits including: Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Identity Theft Protection and Pet Insurance

• 401K with generous Company match & contribution

• Accrued Paid Time Off

• 12 Paid Holidays

• 8 hours paid volunteer time per year

• Robust employee wellness program

• Tuition assistance program & Dependent scholarship program

• On-site blood drives

• Voluntary employee groups open to all who wish to participate, including: Global Women’s Network, Emerging Professionals ERG, Multicultural ERG, Veterans ERG, Toastmasters Club, and more.

Job Description:

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the enterprise-wide implementation of SAP SuccessFactors and supporting modules (e.g. Compensation, Talent, Recruiting, Time/Attendance, Learning). 
• Serve as the project owner for HR technology initiatives, including vendor selection, upgrades, integrations, and new feature rollouts. 
• Collaborate closely with HR, IT, Payroll and other stakeholders to ensure systems align with organizational goals and deliver strong end-user experience. 
• Define and implement change control, testing, and documentation processes for new and updated system functionality. 
• Oversee configuration of business processes, security roles, eligibility rules, and calculated fields within SAP SuccessFactors.
• Own and manage the HR systems roadmap and backlog, prioritizing enhancements based on impact, urgency, and strategic alignment. 
• Manage and mentor a team of HRIS analysts and/or contractors to support business needs and promote professional growth. 
• Provide advanced troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and escalation management to ensure issue resolution and minimal disruption to operations. 
• Maintain data governance, system security, and compliance with internal policies and external regulations. 
• Lead HR Analytics through creation of custom reports and dashboards to support decision-making across HR and business leadership. 
• Stay informed on trends and innovations in HR technology and recommend new tools, practices, and system improvements accordingly

Key Performance Measures

• On-time delivery of SAP SuccessFactors
• Continuity of support for HR services (employees, payroll)
• Budget adherence
• HRIS system security performance
• Timely and actionable analytics and reporting
• System maximization and optimization

Competencies and Behaviors

• Strong project management and stakeholder management
• Consistent focus on process improvement
• Self-starter that can operate with limited supervision

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Information Systems, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience). 
• Strong background in managing SaaS-based HR platforms, preferably SAP SuccessFactors.
• Proven experience leading cross-functional HRIS projects, including system implementations, upgrades, and integrations. 
• Knowledge of core HR functions and how they translate into system processes (e.g., employee lifecycle, compensation planning, performance management). 
• Proficient in data analysis and reporting tools. 
• Demonstrated ability to influence stakeholders and translate business needs into system requirements. 
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail. 
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with experience working across all organizational levels. 
• Project management certification (PMP, Agile, or similar) is a plus.

Experience

• 10+ years of experience in an HR Analyst, IT Analyst, or similar role.
• 5+ years of people management.

Scope Factors

• Global (10,000+ employees in 25+ countries)
• Budget circa 400k
• People Management
• Vendor Management (outsource partners)

Allison Transmission is an equal opportunity employer. We have opportunities for all qualified applicants regardless of age, race, color, sex, religion, creed, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or veteran status.

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