Senior Product Manager- HR Technology
Acuity Inc. (NYSE: AYI) is a market-leading industrial technology company. We use technology to solve problems in spaces, light and more things to come. Through our two business segments, Acuity Brands Lighting (ABL) and Acuity Intelligent Spaces (AIS), we design, manufacture, and bring to market products and services that make a valuable difference in people’s lives.
We achieve growth through the development of innovative new products and services, including lighting, lighting controls, building management solutions, and an audio, video and control platform. We focus on customer outcomes and drive growth and productivity to increase market share and deliver superior returns. We look to aggressively deploy capital to grow the business and to enter attractive new verticals.
Acuity Inc. is based in Atlanta, Georgia, with operations across North America, Europe and Asia. The Company is powered by approximately 13,000 dedicated and talented associates. Visit us at www.acuityinc.com.
Work location:
- This position may be based anywhere in the United States and includes travel as part of the responsibilities.
Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced Senior Product Manager to lead our SuccessFactors Talent Management and Talent Acquisition initiatives. This strategic role will own the technology roadmap, implementation, and ongoing optimization for these critical HR modules, ensuring they align with Acuity's business goals, support talent development across our global workforce, and integrate seamlessly with our broader HR ecosystem. The ideal candidate brings deep, hands-on expertise in SAP SuccessFactors—particularly the Talent Management, Talent Acquisition, and Onboarding 2.0 modules—and will report directly to the Director of HR Technology. You will collaborate virtually with HR, Enterprise Technology, business leaders, and external partners to deliver high-impact solutions that drive employee engagement, recruitment efficiency, and organizational performance.
Key Tasks & Responsibilities (Essential Functions)
- Roadmap Ownership: Define and maintain the multi-year technology roadmap for SuccessFactors Talent Management (performance, goals, succession, learning, career development) and Talent Acquisition (recruiting, candidate management, sourcing) modules, while incorporating Onboarding 2.0 integrations; prioritize features based on business impact, user needs, and emerging HR tech trends.
- Implementation Leadership: Lead complex implementation, configuration, customization, integration, testing, and deployment projects for these modules, ensuring minimal disruption and maximum adoption across the enterprise.
- Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely (via virtual meetings and collaboration tools) with HR Centers of Excellence, talent acquisition teams, IT, finance, and leadership to translate business requirements into technical solutions; act as the subject matter expert on SuccessFactors capabilities and best practices.
- Optimization and Innovation: Continuously evaluate system performance, identify enhancement opportunities (including AI/ML features and third-party integrations), and drive process improvements to elevate talent lifecycle efficiency and user experience.
- Project and Vendor Management: Manage end-to-end project delivery using agile methodologies; serve as primary liaison with SAP SuccessFactors support, managing upgrades, patches, and vendor relationships.
- Metrics, Analytics, and Reporting: Establish and track KPIs for talent processes; leverage SuccessFactors analytics and external tools to provide actionable insights and demonstrate ROI to senior leadership.
- Change Management and Adoption: Develop training programs, communication plans, and support strategies to promote successful adoption and sustained use of the platforms.
- Compliance and Governance: Ensure configurations align with global HR policies, data privacy regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA), and internal controls.
Skills and Minimum Experience Required
- Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Human Resources, Business, or a related field (Master's preferred).
- 7+ years of progressive experience in product management, HRIS, or HR technology roles, with 5+ years of deep, hands-on expertise in SAP SuccessFactors.
- Intimate knowledge of SuccessFactors Talent Management and Talent Acquisition modules, including advanced configuration, workflows, integrations, and reporting.
- Proven expertise in the Onboarding 2.0 module, with demonstrated success in implementation and optimization.
- Strong understanding of end-to-end talent processes (recruitment, onboarding, performance, learning, succession) in a large, global organization.
- Track record of owning and executing enterprise HR technology roadmaps and leading complex implementations.
- Excellent project management, stakeholder influence, and communication skills, with proven ability to collaborate effectively in a remote environment.
Preferred Skills and Experience
- SAP SuccessFactors certifications (e.g., Talent Management, Recruiting, Onboarding, or Employee Central).
- Experience with other HCM platforms (e.g., Workday, Oracle HCM) or integrations with ERP/finance systems.
- Familiarity with agile/Scrum methodologies and tools (Jira, Confluence, etc.).
- Background in industrial, manufacturing, or technology-driven environments.
- Knowledge of HR analytics tools and data visualization (e.g., Tableau, SuccessFactors Analytics).
The range for this position is $120,800.00 to $261,000.00. Placement within this range may vary, depending on the applicant’s experience and geographic location. Acuity offers generous benefits including health care, dental coverage, vision plans, 401K benefits, and commissions/incentive compensation depending on the role. For a list of our benefits, click here.
We value diversity and are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regards to race, color, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, ethnicity or national origin, disability, pregnancy, religion, covered veteran status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Accommodation for Applicants with Disabilities: As an equal opportunity employer, Acuity Inc. is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in its application process for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you have difficulty using our online system due to a disability and need an accommodation, you may contact us at (770) 922-9000, select option 4. Please clearly indicate what type of accommodation you are requesting and for what requisition.
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