Overview

Job Location:
Paris

We create possibilities that move life and commerce forward

Welcome to Manhattan. Every day, our supply chain commerce technology connects two billion people to 20 billion consumer choices. In the warehouse, on the road and in the store, we make what was once impossible, possible. If you want to tackle complex problems and redefine markets, you’ve come to the right place.

The People Business Partner will provide proactive operational support to our CSO team in Southern Europe (France, Spain and Italy). Delivering on the People Team strategy and providing professional guidance and support to the team.

The People Business Partner will provide support to managers on areas such as employee relations, talent management, performance management, employee engagement and retention and compensation and benefits in line with policies.  Responsible for and maintaining programs and policies including updating of data on HRIS, compensation and benefits administration, ex-pats, and some project work.  User of the HRIS system (Workday) and other HR systems.  Occasional travel between offices expected.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Partner with leaders and managers to deliver the people strategy in support of the CSO business and develop, manage and follow-up HR projects for broader teams.

Employee Relations:

First point of contact on enquiries relating to French, Spanish and Italian policies and procedures, ability to provide guidance. Provides employee relations advice to managers and employees in line with local legislation and work with managers to ensure the smooth resolution of employee relations issues.

Administration:

Ensure the administrative tasks/processes management of all the CSO employee life/HR cycle.

Performance Management:

Manage our performance program to include monitoring and ensuring team members in the region have Priorities in place and complete monthly performance/development discussions.  Manage the year end performance processes including performance reviews and calibration for.  Manage the mid-year and year end pay review process for CSO and ensure accurate communication of changes to associates.

Provide accurate support and guidance on Performance Improvement Plans.

Talent Management:

Manage our talent management processes to include identification of top talent.  Working closely with management to put development plans in place and recommend development activities and tracking.

Benefits:

Understand the range of our benefits and be the first point of contact for questions. 

Payroll:

Responsible for the coordination of monthly payroll elements for CSO France, Spain and Italy. Ensure that all forms are submitted correctly and in a timely manner, in accordance with Payroll cut-off dates.

Monitor all the changes for CSO France, Italy and Spain. Ensuring that all systems are updated with these changes.

Prepare the CSO new joiners’ and leavers’ forms and information. 

Responsible for CSO overtime process: answer Managers’ questions, verify and prepare CSO overtime information for payment and obtain approvals. 

Answer employee queries on pay slips, verify vacation, and first point of contact for Senior Payroll/Benefits Specialist.  

HRIS (Workday):

Responsible for reviewing leave requests, checking the balances in relation to payroll and ensuring correct paperwork has been uploaded where required (sick leave, wedding leave, paternity leave, etc). 

Maintain and ensure accuracy of the data.

Test the new functionalities and processes.

First point of contact for questions from employees and managers, raise ETS requests if needed follow-up and communication.

Follow-up of managers’ actions which have an impact on HR procedures.

Correct errors: vacation, bank holidays, floating days, leaves and any other subject discovered. Raise ETS requests and test if needed. 

Create WD processes and educate employees and managers when necessary. 

Training:

Responsible for the organization of the EMEA training program held during every summer.

Create content and deliver internal sessions for different events : team meetings, corporate programs, townhalls,…

Global Mobility:

Support with international hires and transfers. Interact with the Global Mobility team and immigration consultants and tax advisors. Working with the Global Mobility team provide supporting information to obtain work permits and visas.

Culture and Engagement:

Champion the company purpose and values and promote, manage and support with the coordination of charities and internal initiatives programs.

Talent Acquisition:

Partner with the Talent Acquisition Specialist to keep up to date with recruitment requirements in the team.  May be involved in interviewing for key positions as part of a recruitment process.

Qualifications :

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education / Experience

Essential:

Degree or HR qualification or relevant business experience. Experience of supporting the French (and ideally Spanish and/or Italian) market. Fluent French and English language skills Proven experience of working in an operational HR role within a fast-paced environment. Ability to understand the business and take a business/commercial approach to finding solutions.

Ideal:

Experience of working for a US owned high-tech organization Experience of supporting the Spanish and/or Italian market Spanish and or Italian language skills Employee benefits and/or global mobility experience.

Language ability

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.

Excellent accuracy and attention to detail.

Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. 

Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from team members and groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

Math ability

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages.

Reasoning ability

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.  Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.

Computer Skills

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have strong Microsoft windows experience particularly Word/Excel and Human Resource systems.  Previous experience of using HRIS and Workday experience strongly desirable.

DISCLAIMER This job description indicates the general nature and level of work of the incumbent. It is designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required.

Committed to diversity and inclusion

At Manhattan, it’s about more than just the work. From cultural celebrations to interest groups to volunteer opportunities, your true self is always welcome here. Our team members’ backgrounds, experiences and perspectives add to us as a whole and make us unique.

We are proudly an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a veteran.  In the United States, Manhattan Associates participates in the Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify) operated by the Department of Homeland Security in partnership with the Social Security Administration. Participation in the E-Verify Program allows Manhattan to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees after the Employment Eligibility Verification Form (Form I-9) has been completed.