Manager, HR Operations Eastern Hemisphere

Avantor is seeking an HR O perations Manager , Eastern Hemisphere . In this role, you will be a problem solver using your HR knowledge, HR data, and experience with HR technology (Workday) to drive the execution of large-scale HR initiatives to enhance our 8,000 associates experience across 32 countries.

Reporting into the Sr. Director, HR Ops, you will initially play an integral part in the design, build , and launch of the overall operating model, regional service delivery offering and HR Service Center through foundational activities such as, supporting process and data cleanup initiatives within Workday and ServiceNow (SNOW) , which are precursors to the HR Operating Model and HR Service Center.

This is a full-time permanent position that can be performed out of Ireland or the UK remotely. Next to an attractive salary and an annual performance bonus, we offer further local benefits and the opportunity to shape the future of Avantor and significantly grow your career in an exciting and impactful position. Interested? Let’s talk!

What We’re Looking For

Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or Management or equivalent business experience.

Experience

• Mid-level (5+ years) experience in a Human Resources role within a large multi-country organization.
• Six Sigma or process documentation experience a plus.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to “connect the dots” to solve complex problems across multiple groups and systems.
• Workday HCM & ServiceNow experience required, in a transformational role; design, build, deploy.
• Use of data to identify problems and drive to identified solutions.
• Strong presentation and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities/projects simultaneously.
• Experience operating in a PMO structure within HR.

Knowledge: Extensive knowledge of HR Operations on a global scale

Skills

• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively convey information to diverse audiences, including senior management, business partners, and employees.
• Problem-Solving and Decision-Making: Ability to analyze complex issues, identify root causes, and implement effective solutions to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Attention to Detail: Meticulous attention to detail to ensure Knowledge content and strategy fulfill the needs of our associates.
• Innovative: able to create many options to solve issues and choose the best option which results in the desired results.

Abilities: Proven ability to collaborate cross-functionally with HR, finance, IT, and other departments to achiev e objectives and initiatives.

How You Will Thrive And Create An Impact

• Supporting the design and execution of a HR Service Centervia Workday HCM. This will include process documentation, utilization of tools to define design needs, and supporting the build of demand management and issue escalation frameworks within HR systems.
• Lead multiple projects focused on Workday system enhancements to address major pain points within Workday, with PMO support.
• Work alongside key partners (HRIS, Payroll, Benefits etc.) to design and implement solutions while ensuring minimal impact to the business and sustainable solutions for associates.
• Develop and maintain dashboards and informational tools intended to provide updates to key HR business partners and the HR Leadership Team.
• Be a Workday subject matter expert for local HR and point of escalation for transactional queries.
• Participate in the creation and execution of a multi-year roadmap for the HR Operations function for the region.
• Identify solutions to issues within technology and processes across HR to enable COE and HRBP activity to be faster, easier, more efficient and to enhance our associate’s experience.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Why Avantor?

Dare to go further in your career. Join our global team of 14,000+ associates whose passion for discovery and determination to overcome challenges relentlessly advances life-changing science. The work we do changes people’s lives for the better. It brings new patient treatments and therapies to market, giving a cancer survivor the chance to walk his daughter down the aisle. It enables medical devices that help a little boy hear his mom’s voice for the first time. Outcomes such as these create unlimited opportunities for you to contribute your talents, learn new skills and grow your career at Avantor. We are committed to helping you on this journey through our diverse, equitable and inclusive culture which includes learning experiences to support your career growth and success. At Avantor, dare to go further and see how the impact of your contributions set science in motion to create a better world. Apply today!

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