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JOIN THE TEAM THAT’S POWERING PROGRESS

Building cities. Driving commerce. Saving lives. For over 100 years, Allison Transmission has powered the vehicles and technology that move our world forward.What powers us? Our employees. From the first person hired by James Allison in 1915 to the thousands across the globe who work for Allison today, we’re driving progress everywhere because we employ top talent worldwide.

Learn more about this role and how you can begin driving your career forward!

Benefits:

The below list features some of the benefits currently available. Eligibility may be subject to the terms and conditions of governing documents and available benefits may be subject to change at the company’s discretion.

+ Choice of medical plans with prescription coverage

+ Employer HSA contribution

+ Dental & Vision Insurance

+ Paid Parental Leave

+ Short & Long-Term Disability

+ Other voluntary benefits including: Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Identity Theft Protection and Pet Insurance

+ 401K with generous Company match & contribution

+ Accrued Paid Time Off

+ 12 Paid Holidays

+ 8 hours paid volunteer time per year

+ Robust employee wellness program

+ Tuition assistance program & Dependent scholarship program

+ On-site blood drives

+ Voluntary employee groups open to all who wish to participate, including: Global Women’s Network, Emerging Professionals ERG, Multicultural ERG, Veterans ERG, Toastmasters Club, and more.

Job Description:

Your Role at Allison

As the Senior Manager, HRIS , you lead Allison’s global HR systems strategy and execution, overseeing the implementation, optimization, and governance of HRIS and workforce planning technology solutions, including SAP SuccessFactors. You apply change management and continuous improvement principles to ensure each platform supports strategic HR initiatives and enhances business performance. You collaborate across HR, IT, Payroll, and business teams to ensure systems align with organizational goals, enhance the employee experience, and drive operational excellence. You guide a team of HRIS professionals and vendor partners to deliver integrated, data-driven solutions that support decision-making, strengthen compliance, and promote continuous improvement across Allison’s HR technology landscape.

Senior Manager, HRIS Responsibilities

In this role, you will:

+ Lead the enterprise-wide implementation of SAP SuccessFactors and related modules, including Compensation, Talent, Recruiting, Time and Attendance, and Learning.

+ Serve as the project owner for all HR technology initiatives, overseeing vendor selection, system upgrades, integrations, and new feature rollouts to support digital transformation in HR.

+ Collaborate with HR, IT, Payroll, and other stakeholders to align systems with organizational goals, enhance the employee experience, and enable data-driven decision-making.

+ Establish and maintain change control and documentation processes that drive process improvement and compliance with data privacy and audit standards.

+ Oversee configuration of business processes, security roles, eligibility rules, and calculated fields within SAP SuccessFactors while maintaining strong data governance.

+ Manage the HR systems roadmap and backlog, prioritizing enhancements that optimize performance, strengthen HR analytics, and improve user adoption.

+ Lead and mentor a team of HRIS analysts and contractors to advance technical skills and promote a culture of continuous improvement.

+ Ensure system security, compliance with labor law and data protection regulations, and strong internal controls.

+ Provide advanced troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and escalation management to ensure timely resolution and minimal disruption to operations.

+ Develop and deliver people analytics dashboards and reports to inform workforce planning and talent management strategies.

+ Stay informed on trends and innovations in HR technology, automation, and analytics tools, recommending new solutions that support business agility and digital innovation.

What You Bring to the Team:

As a Senior Manager, HRIS , you’re a strategic and technically skilled HR leader who thrives at the intersection of people, processes, and technology. You bring a strong foundation in HRIS, people analytics, and business strategy, with the ability to translate complex system data into clear insights that drive results. You balance project management and stakeholder collaboration with a passion for innovation, empowering your team to use technology to improve employee experience and operational excellence.

Required

+ Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Information Systems, Business, or a related field, or equivalent experience

+ Strong background in managing SaaS-based HR platforms, preferably SAP SuccessFactors

+ Proven experience leading cross-functional HRIS projects, including system implementations, upgrades, and integrations

+ Knowledge of core HR functions and how they translate into system processes such as the employee lifecycle, compensation planning, and performance management

+ Proficiency in data analysis and reporting tools, with the ability to translate data into actionable insights

+ Demonstrated ability to influence stakeholders and translate business needs into technical system requirements

+ Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail

+ Strong communication and presentation skills, with experience engaging all organizational levels

+ Project management certification (PMP, Agile, or similar) is a plus

+ 10 or more years of experience in an HR Analyst, IT Analyst, or similar role

+ 5 or more years of people management experience

+ Experience managing vendor relationships and global system initiatives across multiple countries

+ Proven ability to manage budgets and deliver projects on time and within scope

Preferred

+ Master’s degree in Human Resources, Information Systems, or a related field

+ Experience leading global HRIS implementations or supporting multi-country HR operations

+ Familiarity with HR data governance, compliance, and security frameworks

+ Strong understanding of emerging HR technologies, analytics tools, and automation platforms

+ Experience working in a large-scale, global organization (10,000+ employees)

Allison Transmission is an equal opportunity employer. We have opportunities for all qualified applicants regardless of age, race, color, sex, religion, creed, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or veteran status.

If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran requiring assistance and/or reasonable accommodations reviewing any of the careers information, please contact us at [email protected] .

Please note that Allison Transmission will make an offer of employment only to individuals who have applied for a position using our official application. Be on alert for possible fraudulent offers of employment. Allison Transmission will not solicit money or banking information from applicants.

Allison Transmission is an equal opportunity employer. We have opportunities for all qualified applicants regardless of age, race, color, sex, religion, creed, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or veteran status.

If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran requiring assistance and/or reasonable accommodations reviewing any of the careers information, please contact us at 317-242-5000.

Please note that Allison Transmission will make an offer of employment only to individuals who have applied for a position using our official application. Be on alert for possible fraudulent offers of employment. Allison Transmission will not solicit money or banking information from applicants.