Sr. Manager, HR Enterprise Applications(SAP SuccessFactors)

OpenText; Waterloo; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading information management company is looking for a Sr. Manager in HR Enterprise Applications specializing in SAP SuccessFactors. This role involves leading a team, managing global HR processes, and driving the strategy and delivery of HR systems. Candidates should have a strong leadership background and experience in managing enterprise applications.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in HR enterprise applications, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Proven experience managing both SaaS applications.
• Experience with agile methodologies is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of Business Systems Analysts.
• Provide end-to-end oversight of HR applications including SAP SuccessFactors.
• Ensure ongoing data integrity, system security, and compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication

IT governance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology

Job description

Sr. Manager, HR Enterprise Applications(SAP SuccessFactors)

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OPENTEXT

OpenText is a global leader in information management, where innovation, creativity, and collaboration are the key components of our corporate culture. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to partner with the most highly regarded companies in the world, tackle complex issues, and contribute to projects that shape the future of digital transformation.

AI-First. Future-Driven. Human-Centered.

At OpenText, AI is at the heart of everything we do—powering innovation, transforming work, and empowering digital knowledge workers. We're hiring talent that AI can't replace to help us shape the future of information management. Join us.

OPENTEXT

OpenText is a global leader in information management, where innovation, creativity, and collaboration are the key components of our corporate culture. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to partner with the most highly regarded companies in the world, tackle complex issues, and contribute to projects that shape the future of digital transformation.

AI-First. Future-Driven. Human-Centered.

At OpenText, AI is at the heart of everything we do—powering innovation, transforming work, and empowering digital knowledge workers. We're hiring talent that AI can't replace to help us shape the future of information management. Join us.

YOUR IMPACT

The Senior Manager, HR Enterprise Applications leads a team of Business Systems Analysts (BSAs) responsible for enabling global HR processes through robust and scalable technology solutions. This role combines strong leadership with deep technical expertise, driving the strategy, design, and delivery of HR systems, primarily SAP SuccessFactors. The ideal candidate will bring architectural-level understanding of system integration, data flow, and process automation, along with experience leading payroll system implementations across multiple regions.

What The Role Offers

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of Business Systems Analysts, fostering skill growth, ownership, and delivery excellence across HR technology initiatives.
• Provide end-to-end oversight of HR applications including SAP SuccessFactors, Global Payroll platforms, integrations, and vendor relationships.
• Design and oversee scalable, secure, and integrated solutions within SAP SuccessFactors and related platforms, ensuring alignment with enterprise architecture and business needs.
• Oversee the configuration and optimization of SAP SuccessFactors (Employee Central and other modules), ensuring systems are secure, efficient, user-friendly, and aligned to global HR business needs.
• Partner with HR stakeholders to understand requirements and translate them into clear functional and technical specifications to guide development and configuration.
• Ensure ongoing data integrity, system security, and compliance with internal policies and external regulations.
• Act as a key liaison between HR, IT, and external vendors to ensure seamless collaboration, support, and strategic alignment.
• Oversee system issue resolution, change management processes, and drive continuous improvement efforts to enhance operational efficiency and user experience.
• Contribute to the development and execution of the HR technology roadmap in partnership with the Senior Director and Product Owner, identifying opportunities for innovation and growth.
  
  

What You Need To Succeed

• 10+ years of experience in HR enterprise applications, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Proven experience managing both SaaS applications.
• Strong understanding of IT governance, enterprise architecture, and application lifecycle management.
• Excellent leadership, stakeholder management, and communication skills.
• Experience managing full lifecycle projects and delivering positive outcomes at scale.
• Ability to drive strategic initiatives while managing day-to-day operations effectively.
• Experience with agile methodologies is a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field.
  
  

OpenText's efforts to build an inclusive work environment go beyond simply complying with applicable laws. Our Employment Equity and Diversity Policy provides direction on maintaining a working environment that is inclusive of everyone, regardless of culture, national origin, race, color, gender, gender identification, sexual orientation, family status, age, veteran status, disability, religion, or other basis protected by applicable laws.

If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please contact us at [e-mail]. Our proactive approach fosters collaboration, innovation, and personal growth, enriching OpenText's vibrant workplace.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Human Resources

• Industries

  Software Development

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