SAP SuccessFactors HRIS Analyst

Job Title: Software Configuration Analyst

Location: Jackson MI (Hybrid)

Duration: 12 Month Contract (Strong possibility of extension)

Duties:

We are seeking someone who can serve as a hands-on configuration expert for SAP SuccessFactors, partnering with HR and IT teams to ensure the system supports evolving business needs and delivers a seamless employee experience.

Responsibilities include:

• Configure SAP SuccessFactors modules—primarily Employee Central—to support evolving HR and business requirements.
• Translate functional requirements into scalable, maintainable system configurations aligned with organizational policies and compliance standards.
• Maintain data integrity through audits, validation rules, and proactive monitoring of system behavior.
• Troubleshoot system issues, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions in partnership with IT and HR stakeholders.
• Support testing cycles including test script creation, execution, and defect resolution for releases, enhancements, and integrations.
• Optimize workflows and business rules to improve employee lifecycle processes (hire, transfer, termination, position changes).
• Manage security roles and permissions to ensure proper access controls and compliance.
• Document configuration changes, system logic, and process updates for audit and knowledge transfer purposes.
• Provide end user support including troubleshooting, training, and guidance on new features or process changes.
• Collaborate with cross functional teams including HR Operations, IT, Payroll, and Compliance to ensure system alignment with business needs.

Skills:

• SAP SuccessFactors expertise with hands on configuration experience in Employee Central (required).
• Strong understanding of HR processes, data models, workflows, and employee lifecycle management.
• Ability to analyze functional requirements and convert them into technical configuration solutions.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting HRIS issues and performing root cause analysis.
• Experience supporting testing cycles, including regression, UAT, and release validation.
• Familiarity with security role design, permission groups, and compliance considerations.
• Strong documentation skills and comfort working in structured change management environments.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to partner across HR, IT, and business teams.
• Detail oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple configuration tasks simultaneously.

Remarks:

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Human Resources, Computer Science, or related field (preferred).
• SAP SuccessFactors certification in Employee Central or related modules is a plus.
• Equivalent combination of education and hands on HRIS configuration experience will be considered.