Senior Manager - HR IT - Analytics / Authorisations / H4S4 Platform - (m/f/d)

WELCOME TO BASF

At BASF Digital Hub Hyderabad we develop innovative digital solutions for BASF, create new exciting customer experiences and business growth, and drive efficiencies in processes, helping to strengthen BASF´s position as the digital leader in the chemical industry. We believe the right path is through creativity, trial and error and great people working and learning together. Become part of our team and develop the future with us - in a global team that embraces diversity and equal opportunities.

Responsibilities :

As Product Manager for Authorizations & Analytics, you will own globally critical solutions at the heart of our HR systems and play a central role in expanding our strategic delivery footprint in Hyderabad.

• You take end-to-end ownershipfor global HR IT solutions in the areas of authorizations and analytics, ensuring stability, compliance, and continuous improvement

• You build and lead a high-impact team in Hyderabad, establishing it as a strong and trusted delivery hub in close partnership with Germany

• You act as a key interface between business and IT across regions, translating complex requirements into scalable and robust solutions

• You drive the next generation of HR analytics, leveraging modern SAP technologies and embedding AI-driven capabilities at scale

• You ensure your team actively uses AI to increase productivity and delivery effectiveness, while at the same time integrating AI into the product roadmap, especially in analytics and data-driven decision-making

• You guide and accelerate the adoption of AI use cases, enabling smarter insights, automation, and improved user experience across HR processes

• You ensure operational excellencein a global environment, with strong focus on quality, governance, and reliability

• You actively shape and execute the global delivery and transition strategy, including knowledge transfer and capability build-up in India

• Looking ahead, you will expand your responsibility towards H4S4-related HR IT operations, strengthening the integration between analytics, authorizations, and core HR platform services

Skills and Qualifications :

• Proven experience in product management, service ownership, or leadership roles in a global HR IT or enterprise IT environment

• Strong background in SAP HCMand understanding of global HR IT landscapes

• Solid expertise in authorizations, analytics/reporting, or enterprise platform operations

• Experience in AI-driven initiatives, data analytics transformations, or digital innovation topics

• Experience working in globally distributed teams, ideally in Europe-India collaboration setups

• Strong ability to structure complexity and translate strategy into stable operations

• Experience in transition, transformation, or setup of global delivery modelsis a strong plus

• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills across business and IT

• Strategic mindset combined with a hands-on, execution-driven approachand strong ownership

WHAT WE OFFER

Be part of a global leader in digital transformation, working in a vibrant Digital Hub that values innovation, agility, and cross-functional collaboration. Shape the future of BASF’s digital landscape, contributing to projects that drive sustainability and make a real impact. Thrive in a high-performance culture that supports your personal and professional growth, offering diverse learning opportunities and career development. Enjoy a modern, inclusive work environment where your ideas are valued, and your curiosity and ambition are encouraged. Benefit from flexible working models, international networking, and a strong sense of purpose as we enable our customers’ green transformation and lead the way in digital excellence.