The Senior Manager, IT Product Owner, HRIS oversees the development and enhancement of HRIS products and platforms. The Senior Manager uses strategic thinking to effectively manage product strategy, project execution, technical expertise, research initiatives, and team leadership to drive successful outcomes. The Senior Manager has hands on experience leading development teams along with development of HRIS platforms in the cloud, leveraging Agile methods, aligning and communicating across all cross functional stakeholders on HRIS priorities and issues, driving continuous improvement and managing the Incident Management process. *WHAT YOULL DO* Product Strategy Conduct market research, competitive analysis, and user feedback sessions to identify opportunities for product improvement and innovation Work closely with Business sponsors to create and maintain a product backlog according to business value or ROI for all applications in the HRIS environment (Ceridian Dayforce, LMS, emergency notification services, background check services, careers site hosting, etc Identify opportunities to leverage and enhance the product features and capabilities to optimize the value and experience for the end users. Develop the annual roadmap and budget for the HRIS area and manages costs against approved budget Product Management Oversee backlog of requests and prioritizes with necessary IT and business stakeholders Manage end to end lifecycle of the data and reporting technology products from design, development, maintenance through de-commissioning Govern cross functional team members to ensure seamless delivery of planned releases Leverage agile methodologies to drive to regular releases that provide optimal value to the Brother team Define, analyze and report on metrics that inform the success and quality of data and reporting products and features Technical Expertise & Research Be an advocate for the HRIS platforms and tools at Brother Stay updated on the HRIS market, competitive landscape and solution ecosystem Participate in architecture discussions and assessments Team Leadership Provide vision and direction to the development team and stakeholders throughout the project by creating requirements and following through on execution Lead and mentor a team of product owners, developers, designers, and other stakeholders, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and innovation Provide coaching, support, and professional development opportunities to team members, empowering them to achieve their full potential Promote diversity, equity, and inclusion within the team, creating a supportive and inclusive work environment Vendor Management Manage and optimize the governance structure in place to oversee all vendor delivery and services Provide metric-based scorecard to ensure resources are optimized and any issues are proactively addressed Monitor vendors costs against budget and identify opportunities to reduce costs Assess vendor risks and strategic alignment throughout the lifecycle of the vendor relationship and identify alternative vendor partners as needed Capacity Management Ensure teams are forecasting demand (across incidents, maintenance, enhancements and projects) and adjusting based on trends and priority changes Maximize resource capacity by leveraging internal and external resources and cross functional collaboration Identify resource constraints or risks and provide mitigation options to ensure effective and efficient operations in the HRIS team *ABOUT OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE* Education Bachelors Degree (or equivalent experience) in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business Administration, or a related field Masters Degree in a related field - Preferred Experience 10+ years of product management, project management, or related roles within the HRIS space Proven track record of successfully leading cross-functional teams and driving HRIS projects from concept to launch Licenses & Certifications PMP Project Management Professional Preferred PHR Professional in Human Resources - Preferred Software & Technical Skills Advanced knowledge of Ceridian Dayforce for HRIS & Payroll Advanced knowledge of HRIS integration partners & experience, including but not limited to LMS, emergency notification services, background check services, careers site hosting, and others) Experience managing Enterprise SaaS software products, Microsoft Azure Cloud, Logic Apps, and IPaaS methods Experience with compliance, application security, and data privacy Knowledge of Atlassian Suite (Jira / Confluence) - Preferred Knowledge of Workday and ADP (departing in integration) - Preferred Other Skills, Knowledge, & Abilities Proven track record of successfully leading cross-functional teams and driving initiatives from concept to launch Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization Strategic thinker with a results-oriented mindset and a focus on driving continuous improvement and innovation Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate complex business requirements into actionable product solutions Business Knowledge ability to use knowledge of internal/external factors impacting the industry to make decisions and take intelligent risks *ADDITIONAL DETAILS FOR THIS ROLE*This role will be a hybrid role. Subject to business needs, employees may work remotely up to two days per week. Assigned office days will be determined by managers. #LI-Hybrid The salary (or hiring) range for this position is $160,000 - $180,000 per year Starting salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, location, and alignment with market data This position is eligible to participate in the relevant Brother variable pay incentive plan(s Applicable bonus awards are discretionary and contingent upon 1) achievement of your individual objectives and 2) Brother achieving its corporate and business-level objectives Benefits include, but are not limited to, healthcare and wellness coverage, life and disability insurance, 401K, tuition reimbursement, and Paid Time Off. Details are available at *WHAT WE OFFER OUR EMPLOYEES* At Brother USA, we believe in investing in our employees and providing them with an environment that fosters growth, creativity, and a healthy work-life balance. Here are some of the benefits of working with us: Competitive Compensation: We offer a competitive salary and bonus program to reward your hard work and dedication Comprehensive Benefits: Our benefits package includes health, dental, and vision insurance, as well as a 401(k) plan with company match Professional Development: We're committed to helping you grow in your career with opportunities for training and development Work-Life Balance: We support your well-being with flexible work arrangements and a focus on work-life balance Employee Engagement: Join a team that values your contributions and celebrates success together Brother International Corporation ("Brother") is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate or make employment decisions on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable state or federal laws. 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