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Bekaert

Global Process Owner – Hire to Retire

Bekaert

Global Process Owner for Hire-to-Retire at Bekaert managing HR processes throughout the employee lifecycle, defining the global process vision, strategy, and technology enablement.

Posted 7/1/2026full-timeLisbon • 🇵🇹 PortugalSeniorLeadWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Define the global vision, strategy, and roadmap for Hire-to-Retire processes
  • Own and govern end-to-end processes across all sub-processes (Hire, Core HR, Pay, Develop, Exit)
  • Set KPIs, targets, and performance frameworks for global HR service delivery
  • Ensure process standardization, harmonization, and documentation (SOPs)
  • Approve global process changes and prioritize transformation initiatives
  • Drive alignment across HRBPs, CoEs, GBS, IT, and business functions
  • Define and co-own the HR digital roadmap aligned with Hire-to-Retire priorities
  • Translate process requirements into scalable digital solutions (e.g., Core HR, payroll, time, talent, document management)
  • Drive automation, workflow optimization, and digital employee experience improvements
  • Collaborate with IT and vendors on system architecture, integrations, and deployments
  • Ensure HR technology supports end-to-end process efficiency and data integrity
  • Monitor emerging technologies and drive innovation in HR services
  • Identify inefficiencies and non-standard processes and enforce global standards
  • Lead process optimization initiatives across GBS and HR functions
  • Drive continuous improvement culture leveraging automation, analytics, and best practices
  • Define and track performance metrics and improvement actions
  • Ensure process documentation and training frameworks are robust and regularly updated
  • Establish governance structures (process councils, steering committees)
  • Ensure strong collaboration across HR, IT, Finance, and business units
  • Act as the key interface between HR Operations, GBS, and enterprise functions
  • Ensure SLAs, KPIs, and service expectations are clearly defined and managed
  • Lead communication and change management for process and digital initiatives
  • Lead global Hire-to-Retire transformation initiatives (process + technology)
  • Own prioritization and governance of HR transformation initiatives
  • Build business cases including ROI, risks, and resource requirements
  • Ensure successful delivery, adoption, and value realization of initiatives
  • Support M&A and integration activities from process and system perspective
  • Ensure strong control environment and compliance with corporate and regulatory requirements
  • Define data governance standards for HR master data
  • Enable workforce analytics and reporting through standardized data models
  • Support audits and ensure adherence to policies and internal controls

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Master's degree in HR, Business, IT, or a related field
  • 8+ years in HR Operations, HR Transformation, or GBS; proven end-to-end Hire-to-Retire process ownership
  • Hands-on experience with HR technology platforms (e.g., SAP SuccessFactors, payroll, time management, workflow automation)
  • Track record in HR digitalization, automation, and process standardization at scale
  • Strong project and program management skills, including business case development and change management
  • Excellent stakeholder management across HR, IT, and business leadership in complex, global matrix organizations.

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Health insurance
  • Retirement plans
  • Paid time off
  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Professional development opportunities

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Hard Skills & Tools
Hire-to-Retire Process OwnershipProcess StandardizationAutomationData GovernancePerformance Metrics Tracking
Soft Skills
Change ManagementCollaborationCommunication
Certifications
Master's Degree in HRMaster's Degree in BusinessMaster's Degree in IT