Group HRIS Manager – Applegreen
Established in 1992, Applegreen is a leading convenience roadside retailer operating over 600 sites across Ireland, the UK, and the US. With €3 BN in annual revenue and more than 17,000 employees, the company is in a rapid growth phase.
To support our ambitious plans, we are seeking a Group HRIS Manager who will lead the implementation, optimisation, and governance of our HR systems. This role sits within the Group HR team and reports to the Group Head of People. It is a pivotal opportunity for a tech‑savvy HR professional to shape the digital backbone of our people strategy.
Key Responsibilities
* HRIS Strategy – Lead ongoing optimisation of SAP SuccessFactors across Ireland and support implementation in the US. Act as primary business owner and liaison between HR, IT, and external vendors. Develop and maintain system governance, ensuring data security, compliance, and scalability.
* Process Design & Optimisation – Influence and support redesign of HR processes to align with system capabilities. Drive automation and digitalisation of HR workflows.
* Data Management & Analytics – Oversee data integrity, migration, and maintenance across all HR systems; develop dashboards and reporting tools; partner with HR to translate data insights into strategic actions.
* System Training & Change Enablement – Design and deliver training programs; champion system adoption and change management initiatives.
* Project Management – Manage HRIS‑related projects, including upgrades, integrations, and new module rollouts; ensure on‑time, on‑budget delivery aligned with business priorities.
Qualifications, Experience & Skills
* 5+ years in HRIS or HR technology roles, ideally within a fast‑paced, multi‑site organisation.
* Demonstrable experience delivering HR transformation (process redesign, operating model shifts, data governance) with tangible outcomes.
* Proven management of HR systems, preferably SAP SuccessFactors.
* Strong understanding of HR processes, data structures, and reporting frameworks.
* Experience building HR dashboards; strong reporting capabilities in systems.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint).
* Project / change delivery experience (planning, testing, go‑live, hypercare).
* Relevant degree in HR, Business, IT, or related field.
* CIPD qualification/membership a strong advantage.
Additional Key Skills & Attributes
* Strategic thinker passionate about digital HR transformation.
* Strong analytical, problem‑solving, continuous improvement focus.
* Highly organised, able to manage multiple priorities.
* Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement.
* Commercially astute, linking HRIS capabilities to business outcomes.
* Resilient, adaptable, comfortable in dynamic environment.
* Willingness to travel ad hoc if required.
Application & Screening Process (subject to change)
* Submit an up‑to‑date tailored CV (max two pages).
* Two interview rounds will be required.
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