Talent Product Manager

About the position

The position involves strategic leadership and vision for talent acquisition systems, focusing on the global implementation and optimization of the ATS (Oracle) and related talent processes. The role requires ownership of the global talent acquisition system strategy, ensuring alignment with Yum! Brands’ broader talent and organizational goals. The candidate will partner with senior leadership across Talent Acquisition, HR, and IT to prioritize key initiatives and ensure seamless execution across regions. Additionally, the role includes managing the implementation of Oracle’s ATS platform, spearheading system upgrades, and leading continuous improvement initiatives to support evolving talent acquisition needs. The candidate will also design and implement global talent acquisition processes that are consistent, scalable, and compliant across multiple regions and markets, while leveraging data insights to measure system effectiveness and track key performance indicators (KPIs). Stakeholder management and communication are crucial, as the candidate will serve as the primary point of contact for all talent acquisition systems-related matters.

Responsibilities

• Lead and define the product vision, strategy, and roadmap for talent acquisition systems.
• Own the global talent acquisition system strategy, ensuring alignment with Yum! Brands’ broader goals.
• Partner with senior leadership across Talent Acquisition, HR, and IT to prioritize key initiatives.
• Manage and lead the implementation of Oracle’s ATS platform across global regions.
• Spearhead system upgrades, integrations, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Own the system integration with other HR technologies.
• Design and implement global talent acquisition processes that are consistent and compliant.
• Lead continuous process improvements to drive operational efficiency.
• Collaborate with global talent teams to align regional recruiting practices with global standards.
• Leverage data insights to measure system effectiveness and track KPIs.
• Provide regular reporting and analysis to senior leadership on system performance.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for all talent acquisition systems-related matters.
• Work closely with D&T, CPO’s, HR, and other relevant functions to resolve cross-functional challenges.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in Talent Acquisition.
• At least 5+ years of experience as a Product Owner or in a similar leadership role.
• Extensive experience with ATS applications, specifically Oracle.
• Proven track record of successfully driving global talent acquisition initiatives.
• Strong knowledge of recruitment workflows, data management, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Exceptional project management and product management skills.
• Expertise in Oracle talent acquisition systems architecture, data integration, and reporting.
• Strong analytical skills to derive insights from data.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, matrixed environment.

Nice-to-haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Information Technology, or related field.
• Certifications in Agile or Product Management (e.g., Scrum Product Owner) are a plus.
• Oracle HCM Cloud Certification.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, legal, and accidental death and dismemberment insurance.
• FSA/HSA options depending on enrolled medical plan.
• Short-term disability and long-term disability insurance.
• Life insurance.
• 401(k) plan.
• 4 weeks of vacation.
• Paid sick leave.
• 10 paid holidays.
• 1 floating day off.
• 2 paid days for volunteer time each calendar year.