Location: Remote (Occasional travel to client site in Munich, Germany)
Contract Type: Initial 6-month contract (with potential extensions)
Start Date: September 2025
Industry: Manufacturing
Language Requirements: English (German a plus but not essential)
A leading global manufacturing company is embarking on a strategic HR transformation project, kicking off in September 2025. As part of this initiative, they are implementing SAP SuccessFactors Employee Central as the core HRIS platform.
We are seeking a Lead SAP SuccessFactors Consultant with deep expertise in Employee Central to drive the implementation from the ground up. This is a hands-on leadership role offering remote flexibility with occasional on-site presence required in Munich.
Lead the end-to-end implementation of SAP SuccessFactors Employee Central
Collaborate closely with internal HR and IT stakeholders to define business requirements and system design
Conduct fit-gap analysis and translate business needs into system configurations
Drive workshops, solution design, and configuration sessions
Oversee data migration, system integration, and testing processes
Ensure delivery milestones are met on time and within budget
Provide guidance on best practices and system optimization
Train client teams and provide post-go-live support as needed
Act as the primary point of contact between the client and any third-party vendors involved in the rollout
Proven experience leading SAP SuccessFactors Employee Central implementations
Minimum of 1 full lifecycle EC implementation, ideally within complex or multinational environments
Strong understanding of core HR processes, organizational structures, position management, workflows, and data models
Experience in the manufacturing industry is highly advantageous
Familiarity with integration tools (e.g., SAP CPI, API-based integrations) and data migration strategies
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
Comfortable working remotely and travelling occasionally to Munich as required
Start: September 2025
Duration: 6 months initial (likely extensions)
Location: Remote-first; on-site travel to Munich, Germany as needed (expenses covered)
If this role is of interest, please email me your CV to carl.alphonso@next-ventures.com to learn more!