Director, Global Module Owner Performance and Compensation

Location Type: Hybrid

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Company: Daiichi Sankyo, Inc.

Join a Legacy of Innovation 125 Years and Counting!

Daiichi Sankyo Group is dedicated to the creation and supply of innovative pharmaceutical therapies to improve standards of care and address diversified, unmet medical needs of people globally by leveraging our world-class science and technology. With more than 125 years of scientific expertise and a presence in more than 20 countries, Daiichi Sankyo and its 18,000 employees around the world draw upon a rich legacy of innovation and a robust pipeline of promising new medicines to help people. In addition to a strong portfolio of medicines for cardiovascular diseases, under the Group’s 2025 Vision to become a “Global Pharma Innovator with Competitive Advantage in Oncology,” Daiichi Sankyo is primarily focused on providing novel therapies in oncology, as well as other research areas centered around rare diseases and immune disorders.

Job Summary

This role is responsible for design and overseeing, coordinating, and managing activities related to the ongoing operation of modules in SuccessFactors on a cross-regional / global scale. Specifically, this includes the set-up and performance of the modules with the view to ensuring that they remain robust, scalable, and aligned with the corporate and HR functional and common business needs of Daiichi Sankyo. The scope of this role includes the following modules: Performance, Compensation, Variable Pay. This role will serve as Global Technical Owner for the relevant area.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the design, configuration, customizing and further development of the relevant SAP SuccessFactors modules with a holistic e2e process perspective including the use of other tools as necessary and ensuring the connection and data flow with adjacent modules or other external process steps where appropriate.
• Ensure and execute smooth operations and technical support of the relevant HRIS Module(s) including technical process and annual cycle management, documentation, testing, training and support materials for end-users, handling of queries, troubleshooting, and quality control.
• Lead or support consulting and implementation projects in the area of SuccessFactors, especially Performance, Compensation, Variable Pay.
• Oversee Module-related HRIS activities in the regions.
• Cooperate closely and trustfully with Global Business Process Owners and internal as external stakeholders, in particular with Global and Regional HRIT, HR Business, IT, Finance, and external consultants.
• Monitor market practice and explore opportunities for adopting new features and functionality and technical enhancement of module design to optimize end-user experience.
• Identify and assess impacts being incurred by module changes, including changes on other modules or integrations.
• Develop viable solutions for requests regarding new reporting or data warehouse needs.
• Monitor data formats, correct inaccuracies, and validate the cleansed data against defined quality metrics.
• Implement and manage robust data governance processes to ensure ongoing data quality and security, facilitate or collaborate in regular audits

Qualifications: Successful candidates will be able to meet the qualifications below with or without a reasonable accommodation.
Education Qualifications (from an accredited college or university)

• Must have a Bachelor’s Degree HR, Information Systems, Business Administration or related field required
• A Master’s Degree preferred

Basic Qualifications

• Must have 10 or more years of related professional work experience
• Must have strong communication skills both written and oral (English)
• Technical Expertise: Deep understanding of technical and service management principles for HRIT support, data security and compliance as well as functional and solution knowledge pertaining to Performance, Compensation, Variable Pay and proficiency in relevant software and tools are essential.
• Business Expertise: Good understanding of industry and comprehensive knowledge of HR functional areas and processes and understanding how they interact and contribute to achieve Human Resources objectives.
• SuccessFactors Expertise: Use broad and comprehensive expertise of concepts and practices in SuccessFactors functionality to inform HR strategic decisions and ensure conscientious design and governance of the module.
• Data Governance: Experience with data governance processes to ensure ongoing data quality and security, supported by regular audits, data maintenance and continuous improvement processes.
• Project Management: Effective management of timelines and deliverables, along with experience in Agile and Waterfall methodologies, is essential.

Preferred Skills

• Practical experience in SuccessFactors as a functional consultant or configurator or SuccessFactors Certification would be highly regarded preferred
• Strong people leadership skills preferred
• Business Fluent German and/or Japanese would be a plus as this is a global role

Travel Ability

• Must have the ability to travel globally up to 20% of the time

Daiichi Sankyo, Inc. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.