Director, HRIS Technology

CFS; Grand Rapids (MI); Remote; USD 160,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive healthcare plans

401(k)

Paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Remote work environment

Job summary

CFS is seeking an experienced Director, HRIS Technology to own and evolve our SAP SuccessFactors and related HR applications. Lead strategic direction, architecture, and security, while guiding a high-performing HRIS team to drive enterprise-wide HR technology initiatives.

You will partner with HR, Finance, and IT executives to deliver scalable solutions, governance, and compliance, shaping the future of HR technology across the organization.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of HRIS or HR Technology experience.
• 8+ years of hands-on SAP SuccessFactors experience and configuration.
• 5+ years leading HRIS/HR Technology or enterprise applications teams.
• Experience leading full lifecycle SAP SuccessFactors implementations or major module deployments.
• Deep expertise in Employee Central and other SAP SuccessFactors modules including Recruiting, Onboarding, Compensation, Learning, Time Management, and Payroll.
• Experience managing SAP SuccessFactors integrations using Integration Center, SAP BTP, CPI, APIs, and related integration technologies.
• Experience integrating with SAP S/4HANA and Employee Central Payroll.
• Strong understanding of HR system security, governance, role-based permissions, SOX, and ITGC controls.
• Proven ability to collaborate with executive leadership and translate technical concepts into business outcomes.
• Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Human Resources, Computer Science, or a related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute the HR Technology strategy, multi-year roadmap, and architectural vision.
• Serve as the technical owner and governance leader for SAP SuccessFactors and connected HR systems.
• Partner with HR, Finance, and IT leadership to align technology solutions with enterprise priorities.
• Lead HRIS implementations, enhancements, integrations, upgrades, and release management initiatives.
• Establish and maintain HR systems architecture, configuration standards, and technical governance practices.
• Oversee integrations between SAP SuccessFactors, SAP S/4HANA, Employee Central Payroll, and third-party HR technologies.
• Manage HR technology budgets, software licensing, implementation partners, and vendor relationships.
• Define and monitor KPIs related to system availability, integrations, release quality, and support metrics.
• Ensure compliance with security, privacy, SOX, and IT General Controls requirements.
• Design and govern role-based security permissions and access controls across the HR technology landscape.
• Lead, mentor, and develop HR Technology team members while fostering scalability and succession planning.
• Serve as the escalation point for complex technical issues, vendor performance concerns, and strategic platform decisions.

Skills

HRIS experience

SAP SuccessFactors

HR tech leadership

Security & ITGC

Executive collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in IS/HR/CS

Tools

SAP SuccessFactors

SAP S/4HANA

BTP/CPI/APIs

Job description

Salary: $160,000 - $180,000 + 30% Target Bonus

Benefits: Competitive Healthcare Plans, 401(k), Paid Time Off, Professional Development Opportunities, Remote Work Environment, and additional company-sponsored benefits

Location Requirements: Remote (HQ based in Chicago, IL)

This Is An Excellent Opportunity For An Experienced HR Technology Leader To Take Ownership Of a Complex Enterprise HR Systems Environment And Drive The Future Of HR Technology Strategy. The Organization Is Investing In Scalable Technology Solutions That Support Business Growth, Operational Excellence, Compliance, And Employee Experience Across The Enterprise. Key Reasons To Consider This Opportunity Include

Key Reasons To Consider This Opportunity Include

• Lead the strategic direction of a large-scale SAP SuccessFactors environment.
• Influence enterprise-wide HR technology decisions and long-term roadmap planning.
• Partner directly with executive leadership across HR, Finance, and IT.
• Drive modernization initiatives, platform enhancements, and system integrations.
• Lead and develop a team of HR Technology professionals while managing key vendor relationships.
• Play a critical role in ensuring security, governance, compliance, and scalability across HR systems.

Job Overview: The Director, HRIS Technology will serve as the strategic and technical leader responsible for the organization's HR technology ecosystem, with primary ownership of the SAP SuccessFactors platform and related HR applications. This individual will establish the HR technology roadmap, oversee integrations and architecture, ensure security and compliance standards are met, and lead a team of HRIS professionals to deliver reliable and scalable technology solutions. The role partners closely with HR, Finance, IT, and executive stakeholders to align technology investments with business objectives and future growth initiatives.

Responsibilities Of The Director, HRIS Technology

• Define and execute the HR Technology strategy, multi-year roadmap, and architectural vision.
• Serve as the technical owner and governance leader for SAP SuccessFactors and connected HR systems.
• Partner with HR, Finance, and IT leadership to align technology solutions with enterprise priorities.
• Lead HRIS implementations, enhancements, integrations, upgrades, and release management initiatives.
• Establish and maintain HR systems architecture, configuration standards, and technical governance practices.
• Oversee integrations between SAP SuccessFactors, SAP S/4HANA, Employee Central Payroll, and third-party HR technologies.
• Manage HR technology budgets, software licensing, implementation partners, and vendor relationships.
• Define and monitor key performance indicators related to system availability, integrations, release quality, and support metrics.
• Ensure compliance with security, privacy, SOX, and IT General Controls (ITGC) requirements.
• Design and govern role-based security permissions and access controls across the HR technology landscape.
• Lead, mentor, and develop HR Technology team members while fostering organizational scalability and succession planning.
• Serve as the escalation point for complex technical issues, vendor performance concerns, and strategic platform decisions.

Preferred Experience Of The Director, HRIS Technology

• 12+ years of HRIS or HR Technology experience.
• 8+ years of hands-on SAP SuccessFactors experience and configuration expertise.
• 5+ years leading HRIS, HR Technology, or enterprise application teams.
• Experience leading full lifecycle SAP SuccessFactors implementations or major module deployments.
• Deep expertise in Employee Central and other SAP SuccessFactors modules including Recruiting, Onboarding, Compensation, Learning, Time Management, and Payroll.
• Experience managing SAP SuccessFactors integrations using Integration Center, SAP BTP, CPI, APIs, and related integration technologies.
• Experience integrating with SAP S/4HANA and Employee Central Payroll.
• Strong understanding of HR system security, governance, role-based permissions, SOX, and ITGC controls.
• Proven ability to collaborate with executive leadership and translate technical concepts into business outcomes.
• Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Human Resources, Computer Science, or a related field preferred.

Bonus Experience Of The Director, HRIS Technology

• SAP SuccessFactors certifications.
• Experience with Employee Central Payroll administration and support.
• Experience with additional HR technology platforms including recruiting, benefits administration, employee recognition, workforce compliance, and talent management solutions.
• Experience with People Analytics, enterprise reporting, analytics, and data platforms.
• Experience within highly regulated or compliance-driven industries.
• Background managing large-scale HR technology transformations and enterprise application ecosystems.

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