Schaeffler is a dynamic global technology company and its success has been a result of its
entrepreneurial spirit and long history of private ownership. Does that sound interesting to you? As a partner to all of the major automobile manufacturers, as well as key players in the aerospace and industrial sectors, we offer you many development opportunities.

General Information

In our "Enterprise Application Solutions" department, the "HR-IT" team plays an important role by providing tools and solutions that support all processes and workflows across our HR department globally. To enhance this team, we are immediately seeking a committed and experienced leader as a Product Group Owner (m/f/d) for our Team "HR-IT".

Your Key Responsibilities

• Provide functional leadership and direction to the different HR-IT-Product teams, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment;
• Steer 5 Product Owner and support them in their technical leadership role;
• Lead the management of the HR-IT roadmap, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and HR strategy;
• Facilitate the delivery of international IT projects, guiding the teams to ensure successful execution;
• Act as a point of contact for stakeholders, facilitating discussions and decisions regarding product features, timelines, priorities, expectations, and the product vision;
• Hold full responsibility for the HR-IT budget and hold the Product Owners in the Product Group accountable for their figures;
• Define the international strategy for internal and external workforce together with the leadership team;
• Take responsibility for negotiating contracts with external service providers and ensure contract terms and durations are properly monitored;
• Collaborate with other HR IT Teams to ensure integrative solutions, especially where interdependencies affect multiple teams/solutions;
• Work closely with the leadership team consisting of the People & Competence manager (PCM), the Scrum Master (SCM), and the Product Line Manager of Enterprise Applications.

Your Qualifications

• Completed studies in Business Informatics, Computer Science, Business Administration, or a comparable qualification;
• Extensive experience of 10+ years of leading teams and leading leaders using strong leadership skills incl. managing complex situation;
• Proven experience as a Product Owner, Product Manager, or similar role, specifically within HR IT;
• Technical system understanding SAP HCM, Employee Central and SuccessFactors;
• Several years of experience in implementation of digitalization projects;
• Experience with Agile development methodologies and tools, such as Scrum, Kanban, JIRA;
• proficient in managing transformation processes and implementing change management strategies;
• Good understanding of enterprise integration, and the specific challenges related to interacting with complex ERP environments is very beneficial;
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, in English and German.

Our Offer

• Onboarding & Integration: we help you settle in quickly through our onboarding program and a team that supports you.
• Health & Life Insurance: we provide private health plans and life insurance, so you can have peace of mind.
• Discounts: enjoy discounts from our partners on activities, trainings, goods etc.
• Bookster Subscription: are you a passionate reader? Then you can borrow your favorite books from the Bookster Library.
• Professional Development: with our variety of projects and teams, you'll be able to learn new skills, develop and shape the career path that fits you best.
• Bonuses: performance bonuses reward your achievements, and through referral bonuses we thank you for helping our team grow.
• Gift for Special Occasions: celebrate Easter, 8th of March or the Winter Holiday.
• Vacation Days: we truly believe in long-term partnerships, and we're committed to supporting your well-being with a generous vacation policy from the start of your journey with us.
• Meal Tickets: we're happy to offer meal tickets as part of your everyday benefits, helping make your lunch breaks more enjoyable.
• Flexibility: you can balance your work and personal life with arrangements tailored to your job and responsibilities.

The position is located in the organizational unit EA HR IT Solutions.

We look forward to your online application.

As a global company with employees around the world, it is important to us that we treat each other with respect and value all ideas and perspectives. By appreciating our differences, we inspire creativity and drive innovation. In this way, we contribute to sustainable value creation for our stakeholders and society as a whole. Together, we advance how the world moves.

Exciting assignments and outstanding development opportunities await you because we impact the future with innovation. We look forward to your application.

Your Contact
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Cristian Tudose