Head of HRIS - SuccessFactors

SRM Recruitment have been retained by Associated British Foods (ABF) to recruit an exceptional

Head of People Platforms/HRIS

to establish, lead and continually evolve a high-performing HR Application Managed Service.

This is a rare opportunity to set the strategic direction for SuccessFactors across a prestigious global enterprise spanning 56 countries and 138,000 employees.

You'll design and build a sustainable operating model from the ground up, balancing internal capability with strategic external partnerships to deliver both immediate service excellence and long-term growth.

This role offers genuine scope to make a lasting impact at scale.

As Head of People Platforms/HRIS you will:

• Establish and lead a high-performing SuccessFactors service across ABF business units
• Set strategic direction ensuring stability, resilience and operational excellence
• Design and embed a scalable operating model with the right blend of internal and external capability
• Own end-to-end service performance including SLAs, KPIs, governance and continuous improvement
• Act as senior interface between business stakeholders, People \& Performance teams, Technology teams and third-party providers
• Shape and deliver the SuccessFactors road map aligned with business priorities
• Oversee vendor performance, commercial arrangements and value realisation
• Drive innovation, standardisation and automation while maintaining strong risk and compliance controls

Ideal Experience includes:

• Proven track record running or building a SuccessFactors, HRIS or HR Technology function within a multi-business, multi-region environment.
• An influential, strategic leader who is customer-focused, outcome-driven and comfortable operating at senior stakeholder level
• Strong understanding of SuccessFactors modules, HR processes and enterprise HR technology ecosystems
• Experience designing operating models and managing blended internal and external delivery teams
• Solid knowledge of ITIL-based service management and governance practices

This is a rare opportunity to join a FTSE 100 business in a brand-new role to shape and lead ABF’s People Platforms Managed Service across the Group.

If this role sounds like both a strong fit and the challenge that you have been looking for then do get in touch with David Kingston.

Please do note that any direct applications will be sent directly to David Kingston to manage so please do direct all queries through him. Also, due to the high expected volume of applications please do initially direct queries via email.