SAP SuccessFactors Compensation & Variable Pay Lead

Project Context

This role is part of a major global enterprise transformation program for a leading specialty chemicals organization.

The project involves a greenfield SAP S/4HANA (Private Cloud Edition) and SuccessFactors implementation, driving global process harmonization, data migration, and end-to-end HR transformation.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the SuccessFactors Compensation and Variable Pay (VP) workstream and manage the dedicated Comp/VP delivery team.
• Act as a strategic advisor to the client, bringing an "outside-in" perspective and leveraging examples from previous global implementations to constructively challenge legacy processes.
• Design and deliver robust, scalable Compensation and Variable Pay solutions optimized for a greenfield enterprise landscape.
• Coordinate cross-functionally with other program leads (including Employee Central and S/4HANA Finance) to ensure seamless architectural and data alignment.
• Proactively plan workstream activities, anticipate risks, and drive deliverables according to the overarching program roadmap.

Required Skills & Experience

• Extensive, hands-on configuration and delivery experience in SAP SuccessFactors Compensation and Variable Pay.
• Proven track record operating as the Lead Consultant or Lead Architect on at least 2 full-lifecycle Comp/VP implementations.
• Deep architectural understanding of total rewards processes and the integration touchpoints between Comp/VP, Employee Central, and overarching financial/payroll systems.
• Exceptional stakeholder management skills, with the ability to provide constructive pushback, offer alternative solutions, and guide executive decision-making.
• Strong team leadership, resource planning, and cross-functional coordination capabilities.

Language Requirements: English (Fluent)