SAP Successfactors Lead

Job Title

SAP Success Factors Lead Consultant – Implementation Lead

Remote, Texas (US-TX), United States (US)

We are seeking an experienced SAP Success Factors Consultant to lead the design, configuration, and deployment of SAP Success Factors modules as part of a large-scale HR transformation initiative. The ideal candidate will act as the functional and solution lead, ensuring business alignment, technical integrity, and seamless integration across modules and systems.

• Lead end-to-end implementation of SAP Success Factors modules, including requirement gathering, design, configuration, testing, and go-live support.
• Conduct discovery workshops with HR and business stakeholders to analyze current processes and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Configure and deliver one or more Success Factors modules such as:
  • Employee Central (EC)
  • Performance & Goals Management (PMGM)
  • Learning Management (LMS)
  • Compensation Management
  • Recruiting Management (RCM) and Onboarding (ONB)
  • Succession & Development
• Define and document business process flows, configuration workbooks, and functional specifications.
• Work closely with the Integration and Technical teams to ensure seamless data flow between SAP Success Factors and other systems (e.g., SAP HCM, S/4
  
  HANA, payroll, or third-party applications).
• Manage testing cycles (Unit, Integration, and UAT) and support data migration and validation activities.
• Support change management and end-user training, ensuring successful user adoption.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to HR leadership, providing best practice recommendations aligned with the SAP Success Factors roadmap.
• Ensure compliance with project methodology (SAP Activate or Agile) and maintain high-quality deliverables.
• Coordinate with cross-functional leads and manage offshore/onsite resources when applicable.

• 12+ years of experience in SAP HCM/HRIS/HR transformation, with at least 7+ years in SAP Success Factors.
• Minimum 2-3 full lifecycle Success Factors implementations, preferably global or multi-country.
• Hands‑on expertise in at least two core Success Factors modules (Employee Central is mandatory).
• Strong understanding of Success Factors architecture, data model, role‑based permissions, and integration frameworks.
• Proven experience in business process mapping and HR functional areas (core HR, performance, learning, compensation, talent).
• Exposure to SAP Cloud Platform Integration (CPI) or other middleware solutions.
• Familiarity with SAP Activate or Agile methodologies.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and presentation skills.
• Ability to lead a team and collaborate across multiple business units and geographies.

• SAP Success Factors Certification(s) (Employee Central, PMGM, LMS, etc.)
• Experience integrating Success Factors with SAP HCM or S/4
  
  HANA.
• Exposure to Payroll (EC-Payroll) or Time Tracking solutions.
• Experience with global template rollouts or multi‑entity HR transformations.
• Knowledge of HR analytics and reporting tools (People Analytics, Story Reports).

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Human Resources, Information Systems, or related discipline.
• HR professional certification (SHRM, HRCI, CIPD) is an added advantage.

• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Strategic thinking with an ability to translate business needs into system solutions.
• Excellent documentation and analytical skills.
• Proactive problem‑solving attitude and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.

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