Lead HR systems and compensation strategies, ensuring data integrity and compliance while managing HR projects and analytics for a global team.
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What we offer:
At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are.
Group Summary:
The Mechatronics, Mirrors and Lighting group specializes in automotive technologies that are driving the future of mobility. Combining a deep systems knowledge to develop unique vehicle access experiences, intelligent visions systems and advanced automotive lighting technologies, MML's expertise light the path to innovation, safety and styling.
Job Responsibilities:
GENERAL
HR SYSTEMS
COMPENSATION
HR ANALYTICS
FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITY
HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL RESPONSIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION:
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES
WORKING CONDITIONS:
CORE COMPETENCIES
Awareness, Unity, Empowerment:
At Magna, we believe that a diverse workforce is critical to our success. That's why we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire on the basis of experience and qualifications, and in consideration of job requirements, regardless of, in particular, color, ancestry, religion, gender, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity. Magna takes the privacy of your personal information seriously. We discourage you from sending applications via email or traditional mail to comply with GDPR requirements and your local Data Privacy Law.
Worker Type:
Regular / Permanent
Group:
Magna Mechatronics, Mirrors & Lighting
What we offer:
At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are.
Group Summary:
The Mechatronics, Mirrors and Lighting group specializes in automotive technologies that are driving the future of mobility. Combining a deep systems knowledge to develop unique vehicle access experiences, intelligent visions systems and advanced automotive lighting technologies, MML's expertise light the path to innovation, safety and styling.
Job Responsibilities:
GENERAL
HR SYSTEMS
- Acts as the group Subject Matter Expert for HR systems (Workday, LMS, ATS), providing Tier 2 support and communication to global HR team members to ensure data integrity, effective data management and superior reporting capability.
- Plans and manages Global HR Systems project implementation for MML, ensuring effective communication and collaboration across identified regions/locations to reach objectives. Works closely with Global IT, vendors and key stakeholders.
- Reviews business and HR requirements in comparison to system functionality to make recommendations and implement solutions which improve efficiency and quality of system reporting capabilities.
- Partners with functional and business stakeholders to understand, evaluate and improve/streamline HR system processes and services. Makes recommendations and develops requirements based on system and functional knowledge.
- Leads the effective data management and system administration requirements for global and regional HR applications
- Leads implementation relative to new HR System initiatives.
- Manages the Tier 2 Support team to troubleshoot and resolves problems in HR systems.
- Acts as the liaison between MML Group HR teams and Magna Corporate Systems Administrators to ensure ongoing continuous improvement of system effectiveness and the timely resolution of problems.
- Conducts market benchmarking and research to support the development and implementation of best-in-class HR systems and strategies.
- Develops and implements global Human Resources policies and procedures as they pertain to HR Systems and HR data management.
- Upholds the principles of the Magna Employee's Charter, Magna's Operational Principles, Magna's Environmental Health and Safety Policy & Procedures, MML Quality Policy, Program Execution Process and Business Protocols. Must understand and respect the laws and cultures in countries which Magna conducts business & Magna compliances.
- Additional duties and responsibilities as assigned
COMPENSATION
- Lead the Compensation team and oversee compensation programs such as the Magna Total Compensation survey and pay equity.
- Manages annual salary and bonus administration, coordinating globally to ensure alignment with business plan objectives and Magna recommendations.
- Ownership of the executive management contract approval/renewal process (ECAF) ensuring effective records retention, timely processing, share requirement compliance and effective communication to all stakeholders.
- Lead the compensation recommendations, job evaluations and facilitate approvals for all Director and above positions
HR ANALYTICS
- Compiles group-wide information and prepares reports and system analytics to support global HR Programs and People Metrics.
- Analyzes data from HR systems to assist Senior Management with strategic decisions
FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
- Must understand and comply the laws and cultures in countries which Magna conducts business & Magna compliances.
- Involvement in financial matters is on a level of providing data only and/or making recommendations.
LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITY
- Has direct management responsibility for HR Systems and Compensation team members. Is responsible for manpower planning, hiring, terminating, evaluating, motivating, training and developing staff (including Succession Planning) and determining Compensation.
- Leads Projects by providing leadership, direction and oversight to non-direct reports in the implementation of global projects.
- Provides training or instruction to divisional HR Managers and Group team members, as required
HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL RESPONSIBILITY
- Ensure all safety and non-safety rules and regulations are followed
- Ensure adherence to established quality and housekeeping standards
- Review and adhere to MML's health and safety, environmental, and quality standards, operating procedures, and policies
- Respond immediately to items brought to his/her attention with respect to hazards, defects or non-compliance issues
- Understand and uphold the policies that prohibit workplace violence and harassment
- In addition to the above, the duties include those specified under the Occupational Health & Safety Act
QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION:
- Minimum Post Secondary Degree/Diploma in Human Resources related field of study.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES
- Minimum of 10 years of progressive Human Resources experience working within a global, fast paced working environment.
- 5+ years of progressive experience with HR Systems and technologies, Workday experience is preferable
- Demonstrated experience with management implementation of an HRIS system in a global scope.
- Strong understanding of HRIS system design, structure, functions and processes.
- Sound knowledge of Human Resources principles and practices, general payroll and benefits administration principles and applicable regional legal requirements.
- Demonstrated experience implementing and administering global compensation programs.
- Excellent computer literacy and command of Microsoft Office. Advanced Excel Skills are required.
- Experience in complex reporting and workforce analytics.
- Experience in industrial manufacturing environment or Magna Operating Division is strongly preferred.
- Drivers License
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- The majority of the job is performed in a standard office environment with minimal risk or harmful elements.
- Occasional visits to manufacturing facilities
- Job requires dealing with confidential and sensitive information and situations.
- Job requires handling of stressful situations
- Valid Driver's License required
- Occasional (overnight) global travel (up to 10%)
CORE COMPETENCIES
- Inspire Others
- Champion Change
- Act Decisively
- Think Strategically
- Be Agile and Adapt
Awareness, Unity, Empowerment:
At Magna, we believe that a diverse workforce is critical to our success. That's why we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire on the basis of experience and qualifications, and in consideration of job requirements, regardless of, in particular, color, ancestry, religion, gender, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity. Magna takes the privacy of your personal information seriously. We discourage you from sending applications via email or traditional mail to comply with GDPR requirements and your local Data Privacy Law.
Worker Type:
Regular / Permanent
Group:
Magna Mechatronics, Mirrors & Lighting
Top Skills
Advanced Excel
Ats
Lms
MS Office
Workday
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