R2817578 Workday Talent Product Owner

Position Overview:

Sanofi is seeking a Workday Talent Product Owner  to join our new dynamic Global Digital P&C hub in Barcelona. In this pivotal role, you will spearhead the development and implementation of cutting-edge solutions that support Sanofi's Talent Acquisition (around 20k hires a year) and Talent Management (performance, succession, talent pooling, ... for our 72k employees)

Context:

Sanofi moved to Workday Talent (Talent Management and Recruiting) in 2016, since that time, we have been consistently innovating and adopting latest functionalities (Skills Cloud, latest Workday recruiting improvements, Career hub with gigs and mentors at scale, ...). As our HR Talent organization is modernizing its operating model, there is a strong appetite to rethink our Digital solutions and invest in new capabilities (CRM, Hirescored, Workday extend, revamp of current Workday design, skills based recruiting, paradox interview scheduling, external candidate assessment technologies...). It is an exciting time to join us as we reinvest in building a strong internal team, in Barcelona, who will support the global HR Talent organization.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Vision: Define and drive the product vision and roadmap for Talent Acquisition and Talent Management, aligning with the overall People & Culture strategy

• Product Implementation: Lead new product implementations, ensuring alignment with business goals, stakeholder needs, and best practices in technology adoption

• Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including People & Culture, Digital, and business leaders, to gather requirements and ensure solutions meet organizational needs

• Market Insights: Stay informed about industry trends and best practices related to skills-based approaches, automation, and talent management technologies

• Stakeholder Engagement: Engage proactively with stakeholders to communicate product progress, gather feedback, and adjust strategies as needed to ensure successful outcomes

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; advanced degree preferred

• Experience: Proven experience as a Product Owner or similar role focused on jobs and skills technology, with a strong track record of implementing Workday Talent product (Workday Recruiting, Workday Talent Optimization)

• Technical Expertise: Deep understanding of data models used to store and automate workflows for talent acquisition, talent management

• Project Management: Experience with new product implementations, demonstrating strong project management skills and the ability to lead cross-functional initiatives

• Analytical Skills: Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a data-driven mindset to inform decision-making

• Communication: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels

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