Continental AG

Company Description

Continental develops pioneering technologies and services for sustainable and connected mobility of people and their goods. Founded in 1871, the technology company offers safe, efficient, intelligent, and affordable solutions for vehicles, machines, traffic and transportation. In 2018, Continental generated preliminary sales of around €44.4 billion and currently employs around 244,000 people in 61 countries and markets.

Job Description

The Global HR Systems Operations Consultant (Portfolio and Global Projects) is a key role within HR Services Tires – HR Systems Operations and you will play a central role in shaping and sustaining the success of global HR systems and processes. This position is key to ensuring smooth go-live and implementation activities, while also driving the scalability of tools and processes that support daily and line operations across the organization.

You’ll collaborate closely with Global Process Owners and a wide network of stakeholders to lead and support strategic initiatives—ranging from continuous improvement efforts to the rollout of major projects like BPO and the Voyager Project. With a strong focus on operational excellence, system optimization, and sustainable scalability, this role offers the opportunity to make a tangible impact on how HR services are delivered globally.

Your core responsibilities and tasks will be:

• Lead, drive and/or support go-live and implementation activities for global HR systems processes and projects (e.g., BPO, Voyager Project) such as:
  • Establish and maintain effective project organization and communication structures.
  • Manage and report on project status, project milestones, risk tracking, escalation and mitigation strategies.
  • Oversee HR deliverables across all project phases (Initiation to Stabilization).
  • Align and facilitate communication, change and engagement strategies with business, CoEs and stakeholders.
  • Collaborate closely with project managers and system business owners.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives in collaboration with Global Process Owners and stakeholders after go-live.
• Act as work package owner focusing on operations and continuous improvement standards.
• Provide system operations consulting to ensure global scalability and operational readiness.
• Ensure scalability and sustainability of tools and processes for daily and line operations.
• Support the optimization and replacement of existing systems and operational processes like authorizations, demand & release management and others.
• Facilitate knowledge sharing and collaboration across the global HR / HRIT project community.

Qualifications

• A talent for “connecting the dots” and translating complexity into actionable solutions.
• 3+ years of relevant professional experience, ideally in HR systems or project environments.
• Previous experience with Continental HR/HRIT, project work and project management methodologies is a must.
• A university degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Information Technology or a related field.
• Experience with HR systems operations (e.g., authorizations, incident management) as well as detailed knowledge about HR Technology platform and data flow is a strong plus.
• Strong system and process affinity, with a pragmatic and detail-oriented mindset.
• Ability to manage complex tasks and collaborate with diverse stakeholders in a global, virtual environment.
• Excellent cross-cultural communication and interpersonal skills.
• Fluent in English; confident in both written and verbal communication.
• Self-driven, discipline, and eager to learn in an agile, fast-paced setting.
• Willingness to travel internationally as needed.

Additional Information

What we offer:

• 13th salary
• Performance bonus
• Christmas & Easter bonus
• Seniority bonus
• Flexible working time;
• Home office;
• Competitive salaries & benefits;
• Health & wellness (Life Assurance, Private Health and Dental Insurance, Sport activities, Canteen, 24/7 Helpline with Psychologists etc.);
• Different discounts (tires, glasses, medical, shopping, etc.)
• Relocation bonus for non-Timisoara Residents
• Professional development opportunities (in Technical and Leadership Areas);
• International Work Environment & Traveling Opportunities.

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