Global Transformation Project Manager, HR

Primary Services; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Primary Services, a global organization, is hiring a Global Transformation Project Manager in Houston, TX to shape HR modernization and influence talent management across international operations.

The role blends HR transformation leadership with hands-on talent operations, serving as a strategic execution partner to the CHRO and Global Head of Talent Management, driving enterprise-wide change and leveraging dashboards, analytics, and cross-functional projects with executive teams.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in HR transformation, talent management, HR operations, or related fields.
• Knowledge of performance management, succession planning and talent development.
• Experience coordinating with executive leadership across time zones.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate global HR transformation initiatives, including performance management, compensation, and HR systems.
• Partner with executive HR leadership to manage strategic priorities, timelines, and cross-functional deliverables.
• Develop project plans, dashboards, KPIs, and reporting tools to monitor progress and risks.
• Prepare executive presentations and leadership communications.
• Coordinate with HRIS and talent teams to ensure consistent execution across regions.
• Support change management initiatives and adoption of updated HR programs.

Skills

HR transformation

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Executive stakeholder management

Data analytics / HR metrics

Tools

SAP SuccessFactors

Excel (Advanced)

HRIS platforms

Job description

Shape the future of HR at a global organization undergoing an exciting business transformation. Work directly with senior HR executives, influence talent management initiatives across international operations, and help modernize the systems and processes that support a global workforce. This direct-hire, hybrid opportunity in Houston, TX offers exceptional exposure to executive leadership and the chance to make a lasting impact on organizational performance.

Take your career to the next level as a Global Transformation Project Manager with a leading global manufacturing organization. This unique position combines HR transformation project management with hands‑on talent operations, serving as a strategic execution partner to the Chief Human Resources Officer and Global Head of Talent Management. From driving enterprise‑wide change initiatives to managing performance and succession planning processes, the role blends executive collaboration, analytical problem‑solving, and practical HR execution.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate global HR transformation initiatives involving performance management, compensation, and HR systems.
• Partner with executive HR leadership to manage strategic priorities, project timelines, and cross‑functional deliverables.
• Develop project plans, dashboards, KPIs, and reporting tools to monitor transformation progress and identify risks.
• Prepare executive presentations, briefing materials, and leadership communications.
• Administer performance management and goal‑setting processes within SAP SuccessFactors.
• Coordinate talent calibration activities, including 9-box assessments, performance reviews, and talent analytics.
• Maintain succession planning records and support leadership development initiatives.
• Track high‑potential employee development programs and evaluate program effectiveness.
• Analyze HR data, identify organizational trends, and translate findings into actionable recommendations.
• Collaborate with HR, HRIS, and business stakeholders to improve talent processes and ensure consistent execution.
• Support global change management initiatives and encourage adoption of updated HR programs and systems.
• Coordinate priorities and communications across international teams and senior leadership.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in HR transformation, talent management, HR operations, project management, or related functions.
• Experience supporting HR initiatives within complex, global, or private equity‑backed organizations.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel proficiency, including pivot tables, dashboards, data modeling, and reporting.
• Experience with SAP SuccessFactors or comparable HRIS platforms.
• Knowledge of performance management, talent calibration, succession planning, and employee development programs.
• Experience analyzing HR metrics, compensation data, and organizational performance indicators.
• Demonstrated experience managing cross‑functional projects, deliverables, timelines, and stakeholder expectations.
• Experience coordinating with executive leadership and international teams across multiple time zones.
• Background in change management, HR process improvement, or enterprise transformation preferred.
• Executive operations or Chief of Staff experience is a plus.