Senior Global HCM Transformation Specialist (Global HR Systems)

We are the KOSTAL Group, a global, independent family-owned company based in Germany. We develop and manufacture technologically complex electronic and mechatronic products. We employ more than 20.000 people at 53 locations in 21 countries, offering flexible, knowledgeable and customer-focused service. 

In Hungary, KOSTAL is building a flagship global business service center to deliver exceptional support across key functions such as IT, finance, controlling, master data, purchasing, sales, sustainability, R&D and HR. This center is focusing on high-value, complex processes and your individual expertise can make a significant impact in shaping KOSTAL’s future and driving global excellence.

The work can be managed remotely – with time-to-time office presence depending on the team’s agreement and the demand of the respective professional area – from any location in Hungary. In case of some company events, office attendance is expected from the colleagues. Technical conditions for working from home are fully in place.

KOSTAL is currently professionalizing its international HR function, especially by digitalizing processes and strategically implementing IT support tools.

As a Senior HCM Transformation Specialist, you will lead the evolution of KOSTAL’s global Human Capital Management systems and play a key role in shaping the future of our employee experience. Joining a dynamic international team, you will support the digital transformation of global HR operations—aligning HCM technologies with business strategy to create efficient, compliant, and people-centric solutions.

Your Responsibilities

• Act as a strategic bridge between HR and IT to deliver, optimize, and support global HCM platforms (e.g., SAP HCM).
• Lead digitalization efforts for end-to-end HR processes such as Core HR, Payroll, Time Management, Organizational Management, and Talent Management.
• Configure systems, manage data workflows, and oversee integrations to ensure operational accuracy and strategic alignment.
• Drive global HCM projects including system rollouts, upgrades, data migrations, testing, and go-lives.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with internal teams and external vendors to solve problems, innovate processes, and ensure exceptional system usability.
• Ensure data integrity and support HR analytics, reporting, and compliance initiatives.
• Champion change management, user training, and process documentation to maximize adaption of digital HR solutions.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business Informatics, Information Technology, or a related discipline.
• 3–5+ years of experience in HCM system administration or HRIS project roles in a global or complex organization.
• Expertise in SAP HCM or comparable platforms (e.g., Workday, SuccessFactors).
• Solid understanding of global HR processes and HCM system architecture.
• Skilled in configuration, interface integration, and process automation.
• Strong interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Fluent in English; German proficiency is an advantage.

What do we offer :

• Flexible working conditions with remote work possibility (in-person presence is required from time to time), you can have a real work-life balance
• Modern, newly renovated, sustainable office with parking space and bicycle storage area in the heart of Budapest
• Supportive, diverse and highly skilled community
• Ability to really make a difference and build new processes from scratch, you can participate in the formation and shape of the BSC processes
• KOSTAL is a dynamically developing company, an independent, family-run business which provides much flexibility
• You can enjoy our value-oriented work culture: we are down-to-earth, appreciative, inspiring and innovative

Join KBS where new opportunities meet the stability of 113 years of legacy at a stable, future-focused company!