HCM Project Manager Data Migration (m/f/d)
Responsibilities
- Lead end-to-end project management of data migration activities as part of the global HR transformation program
- Own planning, coordination, and execution of HR data migration from legacy systems to modern HR IT platforms, ensuring data quality, integrity, and compliance
- Collaborate closely with the Global Program Managers, IT teams, HR experts, and external partners to align migration strategies and schedules
- Manage risks, issues, and dependencies related to data migration, driving timely mitigation and resolution
- Develop and oversee testing strategies including data validation, reconciliation, and user acceptance testing specifically focused on migration outputs
- Facilitate effective communication between geographically dispersed teams across India, Germany, and other regions to ensure smooth project delivery
- Prepare detailed project documentation, dashboards, and executive reports to track progress, challenges, and key milestones
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives by identifying and implementing best practices in HR data migration and project management
- Mentor and influence project team members to maintain high-quality standards and continuous improvement throughout the project lifecycle
Profile
- Proven experience in HR IT project management ideally with focus on data migration projects, preferably involving SAP SuccessFactors, SAP HCM or other HR systems
- Strong understanding of data migration methodologies, ETL processes, data cleansing, and data validation techniques within HR IT landscapes
- Experience managing complex, multi-stakeholder projects with international teams, ideally within matrix or global program environments
- Familiarity with HR business processes and systems, including SuccessFactors Employee Central and SAP HCM is an advantage
- Excellent risk and stakeholder management skills, with a proactive, solution-oriented mindset
- PMP, PRINCE2, Agile Scrum, or equivalent project management certification preferred
- Exceptional communication skills in English with the ability to engage effectively across cultures and seniority levels
- Familiarity with project management tools (e.g., MS Project, JIRA, or similar) expected
Benefits
- Interesting tasks in a multinational environment
- Possibilities to work remote
- Continuous support during the assignment
About Hays
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