Sarah Simpson

About Sarah Simpson

Experienced HR technology professional with a background in supporting global HR operations, systems strategy, and process improvement. I currently manage Oracle HCM Cloud across multiple modules, including Recruiting, Learning, Talent, Help Desk, and Core HR, supporting more than employees worldwide.I’ve worked closely with HR and business teams to improve system adoption, streamline workflows, and guide technology transitions, including a recent global offshoring initiative. My focus is on building practical, scalable solutions that make HR more effective and easier to navigate for everyone involved.Always learning, always improving, I\'m excited to keep growing and contribute to meaningful HR transformation efforts.

Experience

1. Manager, HR Technology

   NOV

   Apr 2021 — Present

   Led global HR technology operations across 50+ countries, managing Oracle HCM Cloud modules (Recruiting, Learning, Talent, HR Help Desk, Core HR) and driving platform adoption• Partnered with HR, business, and Shared Services teams to align system capabilities with transformation goals, streamline workflows, and reduce service ticket resolution time• Directed quarterly patch cycles and testing (SIT/UAT), ensuring smooth feature rollouts like Redwood and Journeys with minimal post-release issues• Delivered training to 1,200+ users and led global change management efforts that supported employees, increasing adoption of key HCM modules• Launched workforce analytics dashboards in collaboration with business reporting teams, enabling data-driven decisions around hiring, engagement, and learning metrics• Led the transition of HR tech support services to an offshore vendor (Birlasoft), managing team offboarding, delivering knowledge transfer sessions, and integrating Tier 0/1 support operations while expanding personal module ownership to include HR Help Desk; now reporting directly to the VP of HR Shared Services

Education

• University of Houston

  Project Management Certificate

  2020

• University of Houston, C.T. Bauer College of Business

  Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Human Resources Management and Services

  2003 — 2006

Skills

• Time Management
• Microsoft Office
• Interviews
• New Hire Orientations
• Human Resources Information Systems (Hris)
• Onboarding
• Mediation
• Project Coordination
• Background Checks
• Reports
• Hris
• Talent Management
• Leadership
• Sourcing
• Succession Planning
• Sales Operations
• Customer Service
• Performance Management
• Employee Training
• Training
• Technical Recruiting
• Job Fairs
• Management
• Employee Relations
• Recruiting
• Interviewing
• Talent Acquisition
• Peoplesoft
• Organizational Development
• Temporary Placement
• Research
• Taleo
• Staffing Services
• Liaison
• Networking
• Human Resources
• Applicant Tracking Systems
• Expense Reports