Product Manager - People Technology

The People Technology Product Manager will play a key role in optimizing and maintaining our People Technology platforms and systems. This position involves analyzing current HRIS / LMS / HCM processes, configuring system features to meet business needs, and ensuring the seamless integration of HR data across the organization. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with People Technology Systems and a strong understanding of system administration, product strategy, and system configuration.

Key Responsibilities:

· System Administration: Manage the configuration, implementation, and maintenance of the People Technology platforms (Docebo; iTrent; Paylocity; Zoho; TeamTailor), including but not limited to core HR, payroll, benefits, timekeeping, and talent management modules.

· Process Optimization: Analyze current HR processes and workflows, identify areas for improvement, and implement solutions to enhance efficiency and data accuracy.

· Project Management: Lead People Technology-related projects, including system upgrades, new module implementations, and process re-engineering efforts, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget.

· Product Strategy & Development: Develop and maintain a clear product strategy and vision for platform/system, including identifying long-term goal, planning functionality and alignment with broader organizational objectives.

· User Support & Training: Serve as the primary point of contact for People Technology-related inquiries, providing ongoing support and training to HR staff and other system users to ensure they effectively utilize the platforms/systems.

· Integration Partnership: Partner with relevant Technology counterparts to ensure the integration of platforms with other business systems, ensuring seamless data flow and connectivity between applications.

· Compliance & Security: Ensure that platform/system configurations and processes adhere to all relevant legal and regulatory requirements and implement security measures to protect sensitive HR data.

· Industry Trends: Maintain a strong understanding of people technologies, standards, and integration capabilities, and stay updated on industry trends and emerging technologies in the e-learning space.

· Stakeholder Management: Manage relationships with various stakeholders, including executives, department heads, end-users, and potentially external partners or vendors through effective communication, expectation management, and aligning diverse interests.

· User Experience: Ensure a positive user experience by working improving the interface, navigation, and overall usability of People Technology platforms and systems.

Qualifications:

· Experience: 5+ years of experience as a Product Manager or similar role

· Technical Skills:

o Proficiency in HRIS / HCM / LMS configuration

o Strong understanding of HR operations and related software integrations.

· Strategic Skills

o Proven experience of strategic product development

o Creation of product roadmap, including functionality enhancements and deployment

· Education: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.

· Analytical Skills: Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to analyze complex data, identify trends, and implement solutions.

· Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical users.

· Project Management: Proven ability to manage multiple global projects simultaneously, with a track record of successful project delivery.

If you have a disability and you need any support during the application process, please contact hr.resume@sagepub.com. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

Pay Transparency & Benefits Package:

Sage Publishing is committed to being an inclusive employer where all individuals are treated with fairness and respect. Sage is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer.

Compensation at Sage is influenced by several factors, including but not limited to skill set, nature and level of experience, qualifications, and other relevant considerations.  Please note that the compensation details listed in U.S. role postings reflect the base salary only and do not include bonuses or benefits. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range and additional aspects of the compensation/benefits package for this position during the hiring process. If your desired salary falls outside of this range, we hope you'll still apply as there may be other positions that better align.

In addition to compensation, Sage offers a highly competitive and comprehensive PPO medical, dental, and vision care benefits package with SAGE covering most of the premium costs. Unique program benefits that support a healthy life, a company-sponsored anniversary trip every 5 years, a 401(k)-matching program of 100% up to 5% of pay, and other significant meaningful benefits. In alignment with our value for education, Sage offers financial support for bachelor's and graduate-level degree programs as well as learning for personal interest.

Sage offers freedom and autonomy in your day-to-day with hybrid or remote work, depending on the role. Join the nearly 2,000 Sage employees worldwide who deliver products and services that serve to fulfill our noble goal of education and dissemination of knowledge globally. We’d love to meet you!

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Sage Publishing is committed to being an inclusive employer where all individuals are treated with fairness and respect, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marriage and partnership status, pregnancy and parental responsibilities, race, religion and belief, sex, or sexual orientation.

We believe that diversity is a cornerstone of a vibrant culture. We want Sage to be an organization where the most talented staff and high-potential staff are recruited, have the opportunity to grow, and want to work. We strive to achieve a better representation of diverse talent at all levels, including leadership, across our workforce.