EMEA Payroll Transformation Project Manager (m/f/d)

Amer Sports; Kraków; Hybrid; PLN 180,000 - 280,000; Part time

Job summary

Amer Sports is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead the EMEA payroll transformation from the client side. You will coordinate with the global payroll vendor, local payroll teams, HR, Finance and IT to deploy across 15+ countries in a hybrid/remote setup from Kraków.

The role covers end-to-end implementation, governance, risk management, testing and go-live readiness, with emphasis on change management and continuous improvement in a multinational environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Project Manager leading global payroll implementation or payroll transformation projects.
• Experience working with global payroll vendors and multi-country migrations.
• Experience managing complex international projects involving multiple stakeholders and countries.
• Experience implementing global payroll platforms and solutions.
• Experience working within multinational organizations.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end payroll implementation and transition to a global vendor across 15+ countries.
• Plan, govern, and manage risks, milestones, and deliverables across countries.
• Coordinate between vendor, local payroll teams, HR, Finance, and IT.
• Oversee testing, cutover planning, and go-live readiness across all countries.
• Drive change management and continuous improvement throughout the program.

Skills

Global payroll implementation

Multi-country project management

Vendor management

Stakeholder management

English proficiency

Education

PM Certification (PMP/PRINCE2/Agile)

Tools

HRIS integrations

Payroll systems

Job description

B2B Contract | 20–40 hrs/week depending on the project phase and business needs | Hybrid/Remote | Kraków

We’re looking for EMEA na Payroll Transformation Project Manager for Amer Sports’ office in Kraków

Amer Sports is a global collective of iconic sports and outdoor brands, powered by a community of people who share a passion for authenticity, impact, and excellence. We bring together leading brands, talented teams, and a culture built on collaboration. If you’re looking for an environment where you can make an impact and grow your career, we invite you to explore the opportunity below.

We are looking for an experienced Project Manager who will lead and coordinate the transition and implementation activities from the client side. This role will act as the key liaison between Amer Sports, the global payroll provider, local payroll teams, HR, Finance, IT, and external stakeholders to ensure a successful and timely deployment across multiple countries.

This is a contract-based opportunity for a seasoned professional with proven experience in managing global payroll transformation projects and vendor implementations.

What you will be doing

• End-to-end payroll implementation & transition
  • Lead the end-to-end implementation and transition to a global payroll vendor across 15+ countries.
  • Manage the project lifecycle from initial planning and preparation through country deployment, go-live, and post-go-live stabilization.
  • Ensure alignment of project objectives, scope, timelines, and resources across all involved countries and workstreams.
• Project planning, governance & risk management
  • Develop and maintain the overall project plan, timeline, governance structure, and risk management framework.
  • Manage country deployment schedules, dependencies, milestones, deliverables, and key project timelines.
  • Facilitate project governance meetings, steering committees, and executive status updates.
  • Monitor overall project progress and proactively identify, assess, and mitigate risks, issues, dependencies, and roadblocks.
  • Track open actions and issues, drive resolution, and elevate critical topics where required to ensure timely delivery against agreed objectives.
• Stakeholder & cross-functional coordination
  • Coordinate activities between the global payroll vendor, local payroll providers, internal Payroll teams, HR, Finance, IT, and other key stakeholders.
  • Ensure effective communication, collaboration, and stakeholder engagement throughout the implementation.
  • Maintain alignment between all parties on responsibilities, priorities, deliverables, and project requirements.
  • Ensure potential impacts on timelines, scope, resources, and country deployments are identified and addressed proactively.
• Testing, cutover & go-live readiness
  • Oversee testing activities, parallel payroll runs, cutover planning, and go-live readiness across all countries.
  • Coordinate readiness activities and ensure all relevant stakeholders, processes, systems, and deliverables are in place before each deployment.
  • Support the transition into production and ensure a smooth and controlled go-live.
• Change management, hypercare & continuous improvement
  • Support change management, communication, and stakeholder engagement activities throughout the transformation.
  • Support the hypercare period by highlighting, tracking, and coordinating the resolution of post-go-live issues and monitoring improvements.
  • Drive lessons learned throughout the project lifecycle and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.

What you need to succeed

• Experience
  • Proven experience as a Project Manager leading global payroll implementation or payroll transformation projects.
  • Demonstrated experience working with global payroll vendors and managing multi-country payroll migrations.
  • Experience managing complex international projects involving multiple stakeholders and countries simultaneously.
  • Experience implementing global payroll platforms and solutions.
  • Experience working within multinational organizations.
• Language Skills
  • Professional-level English, both written and spoken.
• Technical & Functional Skills
  • Strong understanding of payroll operations, payroll governance, compliance considerations, and vendor management.
  • Strong knowledge of project planning, project governance, risk management, and delivery methodologies.
  • Familiarity with HRIS and payroll integrations.
  • Knowledge of payroll operations across EMEA and other international regions.
  • Experience managing project timelines, dependencies, milestones, deliverables, and resources in a complex international environment.
• Soft Skills
  • Excellent project management, organizational, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Strong problem-solving and risk management capabilities.
  • Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and drive results in a matrix organization.
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills with stakeholders across different functions and countries.

What we consider a plus

• Project Management certification such as PMP, PRINCE2, Agile, or equivalent is an advantage.

What to expect from the recruitment process

• CV screening: Every CV is reviewed by a human.
• Phone screening: A conversation with Amer Sports’ Talent Acquisition Team to discuss the role, our organization, and your expectations.
• Interviews: 2-3 rounds, including interviews with the hiring manager and prospective team.
• Feedback and decision: We aim to provide feedback throughout the process.

If you have any questions or need clarification at any stage of the application process or during your journey with us, please don't hesitate to reach out to [e-mail] (HR).