We are looking for a Senior Project Manager to spearhead the complex implementation and integration projects for a core Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS) and Payroll modules within an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) environment. Candidate should be based in Noida or Chennai, India
This is full-time position for an individual (not possible to have another assignment in parallel) for someone available asap.
Time & material, contract. Each month the consultant (or his/her company) sends a time a material based invoice to Axande.
The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 15 years of progressive experience, with a proven track record of successfully managing end-to-end payroll projects in large, multi-geography organizations and mastering the intricate technical and functional aspects of HR and Payroll module integration. This is a critical project management role that requires deep subject matter expertise, exceptional stakeholder management, and a relentless focus on delivering high-quality, scalable solutions.
Required Technical Expertise:
• Domain Expertise: Mandatory experience in leading and successfully delivering at least two end-to-end payroll system implementation/migration projects in a large-scale enterprise environment (5,000+ employees).
• Technical Integration: Proven, hands-on experience managing the integration of HR/HCM and Payroll modules within a major ERP platform (e.g., configuring data flows, interfaces, and master data synchronization).
• Functional understanding of the integration points between HR and Payroll modules in a major ERP system (e.g., Oracle HRMS ). Ability to articulate data flow and process dependencies.
• Seamless Integration Management: Drive the crucial integration of the HR/Core-HR module with the Payroll module within the ERP system, ensuring data integrity, process alignment, and seamless data flow between Personnel Administration, Time Management, Compensation, and Payroll.
• Leadership: Demonstrated experience leading and mentoring large, geographically dispersed project teams (internal, consulting, and vendor resources).
• Financial Acumen: Proven ability to manage large project budgets, forecast resource needs, and perform vendor management and contract negotiation.
Key Responsibilities
• Project Leadership & Execution:
o Lead and manage the full project lifecycle for large-scale payroll system implementation and ERP integration projects, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and to specified quality standards.
o Develop detailed project plans, scope definitions, resource allocations, risk management strategies, and communication plans.
o Manage multi-disciplinary project teams, including internal stakeholders (HR, Finance, IT) and external vendors/consultants.
• HR & Payroll Expertise:
o Spearhead the successful implementation and cut-over of payroll systems within a large, complex organizational structure.
o Oversee the technical and functional integration of HR Master Data (HCM) modules with the Payroll module in the core ERP system (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Workday, etc.).
o Ensure compliance with all relevant labor laws, tax regulations, and organizational policies during system design and deployment.
• Stakeholder Management:
o Act as the primary point of contact for executive stakeholders, providing regular, transparent updates on project status, risks, and mitigation strategies.
o Manage change adoption across the organization, particularly for process shifts resulting from new system implementation.
o Facilitate workshops and requirement gathering sessions with business process owners.
• Risk & Quality Management:
o Proactively identify potential project risks and bottlenecks, developing effective contingency plans.
o Ensure rigorous testing protocols (UAT, parallel testing) are followed to guarantee data accuracy and system functionality post-integration.
• Agile Methodology: Strong proficiency in project management methodologies Agile/Scrum and project management tools.
• Communication: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical issues to a non-technical audience and present to senior leadership.
• Organizational Change Management (OCM): Develop and execute a robust OCM plan, including training, communication, and readiness activities, to ensure smooth adoption of the new systems and processes by end-users across the organization.
Required Experience & Qualifications:
• Experience: Minimum of 15 years of progressive experience in IT/Business Project Management.
• Certifications: At-least one of these certifications PMP / PRINCE2 / Agile / Scrum certification.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Reporting To: Solid line reporting Project Management Office, Functional reporting to Project Sponsors
• Location: Must be currently available in Noida or Chennai, India.
• Time Zone coverage : Should be able to cover India and Europe timezones.
• Linguistic proficiency in English
