Following recent acquisitions, Planon is entering a critical integration phase within the ecosystem of Schneider Electric. To accelerate value realization, we are seeking a results-driven Senior HR Project Manager to lead People & Culture integrations and strengthen digital HR operations across an international landscape.

This is a high-impact, execution-focused assignment reporting directly to the CHRO.

Mission
Drive end-to-end execution of people integrations while accelerating the digital transformation of HR. Ensure scalable, compliant, and data-driven HR operations that enhance employee experience and deliver measurable business outcomes.

Key Accountabilities

People Integration Delivery
• Own and execute end-to-end people integration workstreams across acquisitions
• Drive transparency and accountability through a structured People Integration Heatmap (priorities, risks, dependencies, milestones)
• Align people, culture, processes, and systems across Planon and Schneider Electric interfaces

Digital & AI-Enabled HR Transformation
• Optimize and integrate HRIS platforms across regions
• Leverage automation, analytics, and AI to streamline workflows and improve decision-making
• Translate system and technology changes into a seamless employee and manager experience
• Reduce manual processes and increase operational scalability

Operational Excellence & Governance
• Standardize and harmonize HR processes globally
• Ensure compliance with international labor law frameworks
• Build scalable operating models that free up HR capacity for strategic value creation

We are looking for a commercially minded interim executive who brings:

• Proven success in large-scale HR or post-merger integration programs in international environments
• Demonstrated execution power in complex, matrix-driven organizations
• Strong HRIS and people analytics expertise, including system implementation/integration
• Experience leveraging digital tools and AI within HR operations
• The ability to translate strategy and technology into practical workflows and measurable business impact
• A calm, credible presence with senior stakeholders across functions and cultures

• Stabilized and accelerated people integrations
• Improved transparency and governance across integration streams
• Digitally enabled, streamlined HR processes with reduced manual workload
• Stronger employee experience during transition
• Clear business value realization from HR transformation initiatives

Principals only. No recruiters/agencies please.