Manager, HR Technology
West Pharmaceutical
- Location
- Exton, PA, US, 19341
- Work model
- On-Site
- Level
- Mid
- Posted
- Aug 21, 2026
Skills
About this role
This is a hybrid position requiring the team member to be onsite a minimum of 3 days per week. This is NOT a remote opportunity. Who We Are: At West, we’re a dedicated team that is connected by a purpose to improve patient lives that has been at the center of our Company for more than a century. Our story began when Herman O. West solved the problem of supplying penicillin in mass quantities to the US Government during World War 2. Through our work to deliver thousands of life-saving and life-enhancing injectable medicines to millions of patients daily, West’s indelible mark on the healthcare industry has just begun. A name started our story. How will yours help write our future? There’s no better place to join an inclusive community of professionals with opportunities for lifelong learning, growth and development. Supported by benefit programs, we empower the physical, mental, emotional and financial health of our team members and their families. We believe in giving back to help those in need in the communities where we live and work. And are equally committed to creating a healthier environment and planet through our sustainability efforts. Job Summary
The Manager of HR Technology leads global teams responsible for the implementation, optimization, and ongoing support of enterprise HR technology solutions, with primary accountability for payroll and time management platforms. This role partners closely with HR, Payroll, IT, and business stakeholders to deliver scalable, compliant, and efficient solutions that support workforce operations across multiple regions. The position oversees system strategy, project execution, vendor coordination, issue resolution, and continuous improvement efforts to ensure reliable service delivery and alignment with business goals. The role combines strong people management, cross-functional collaboration, and deep functional knowledge of HR systems, payroll processes, and time management solutions in a complex global environment. Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Lead and direct end-to-end design, architecture, implementation, enhancement, and production support for HR Technology solutions, with primary responsibility for Core HR processes in SAP HCM and Payroll and Time Management systems including UKG and ADP. Lead and manage global teams, including internal resources, external partners, and cross-functional support teams, to deliver HR technology initiatives and ongoing operational support. Partner with HR, Payroll and other business stakeholders to understand strategic objectives, operational challenges, and business requirements, and translate them into scalable technology solutions. Collaborate with development, integration, security, and infrastructure teams to design and deliver technical solutions that align with enterprise architecture standards and business priorities. Maintain compliance with applicable controls and regulations, including but not limited to Sarbanes-Oxley, payroll-related controls, data privacy requirements, and other internal governance standards. Create, review, and maintain system lifecycle documentation in accordance with company policies and procedures, including SOPs, work instructions, process documentation, configuration documentation, and job aids. Participate in and lead activities related to change management, release management, issue resolution, and change control processes. Monitor system performance, support escalations, and service quality, and implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance user experience, operational efficiency, and system reliability. Support vendor relationship management for key HR technology platforms, including coordination with UKG, ADP, SAP support teams, and other external partners as needed. Perform other duties as assigned. Education
Bachelor's Degree degree or equivalent experience in Computer Science or Information Systems required