HRIS Expert – SuccessFactors/Employee Central Payroll (32-38 hours)
Do you want to help shape the future of HR systems for over 80,000 colleagues across Europe? As our new HRIS Expert in SuccessFactors/Employee Central Payroll, you’ll play a key role in improving our international HR landscape from our dynamic headquarters. Based in Zwaagdijk, you’ll be part of a supportive and ambitious team where innovation and collaboration go hand in hand. If you have a sharp eye for system details and a passion for optimising HR tools, this is your chance to take Action!
What will you do?
- Lead and contribute to continuous improvement projects within the HRIS landscape
- Analyse, resolve, and escalate HR system issues (incident management)
- Manage and implement new or enhanced system functionality
- Coordinate system changes with our Change Coordinator
- Coach and support team members in HRIS-related topics
- Act as functional lead for rolling out SuccessFactors in new countries
- Assess and implement country-specific HR rulings in collaboration with HR experts
This is what your day could look like
Your day starts with a quick team stand-up to align on ongoing projects and any system updates. You might then dive into analysing a recent SuccessFactors update, collaborating with IT and country HR teams to ensure seamless implementation. After lunch, you lead a knowledge-sharing session for colleagues, followed by a one-on-one with your team lead to discuss a proposed improvement for the onboarding module. Before the day ends, you log into a call with one of our international HR teams to support a system rollout in their country. Every day brings something new, and your expertise keeps everything running smoothly.
What we offer
- The opportunity to grow within a fast-paced international retail organisation
- An attractive salary as well as a performance based bonus
- 24 paid vacation days, with the option to buy up to 5 extra days
- Travel allowance
- Company laptop and mobile phone
- 15% staff discount on Action products
- A culture of development, with plenty of learning opportunities and support from the Action Academy
Who are you?
- You’re passionate about HR systems and bring a wealth of knowledge in SuccessFactors or Employee Central Payroll. You enjoy working across different cultures and are skilled at translating technical solutions into practical outcomes for end users. Your attention
- to detail, strong communication, and proactive mindset make you a valuable team player who thrives in a growing international environment.
- A Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Business, HR, Computer Science, or a related field—or equivalent work experience
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience, preferably in an international setting
- In-depth knowledge of SuccessFactors in a multi-country context (certifications are a plus)
- Familiarity with other HR cloud solutions such as ServiceNow or Kronos
- Fluent in English; other languages (e.g. Dutch, German, French, Italian, Spanish) are a bonus
Why Action?
At Action, we're a fast-growing non-food retailer with over 2,600 stores across Europe. Our goal is to make everyday life easier and more fun for our customers with super affordable products. We offer a lively, international work environment where teamwork, fun, and growth are key. With our Action Academy, you'll get the chance to learn, grow, and be part of our success. Plus, we're all about sustainability—lowering prices while boosting quality and making our products more eco-friendly. This way, we help create a better world and make shopping easy for everyone! Plus, we care about our team. Whether it’s racing in the Amsterdam Marathon or throwing a massive Action party for 1,000 colleagues, we know how to keep the good times rolling.
Meet your team
You’ll be part of the HR Projects, Processes and System department, reporting to the Team Lead Business Support. Within our HRIS Development team, you’ll work closely with approximately 50 colleagues who are passionate about building and maintaining a robust HR system landscape for all Action countries. Our team values open communication, mutual support, and the drive to continuously improve. Christian and the rest of the team are looking forward to welcoming you aboard!
Are you interested? We'd love to hear from you
Does this job appeal to you, and are you ready to get started as a HRIS Expert?
- Take action and apply for this vacancy.
- What happens after you apply?
- Response to your application within 14 days (and usually earlier)
- First meeting with the manager and a colleague
- Online assessment to get to know you better
- Second interview with your recruiter, among others
- If there's a match, welcome aboard as our new HRIS Expert – SuccessFactors/Employee Central Payroll (32-38 hours)!
Throughout the entire process, your recruiter will be your main point of contact and available to answer all your questions.