Payroll manager

ABOUT THE JOB
We are looking for a Payroll Manager to oversee payroll operations and support the evolution of HR systems at our European Distribution Center in Milmort, Belgium.

This is a senior HR role focused on ensuring accurate and compliant payroll delivery for all Belgian employees while contributing to the effectiveness and continuous improvement of HR processes and systems. Working closely with HR, Finance, Legal, IT, external partners, and global stakeholders, you will play a key role in supporting operational excellence, compliance, and digital transformation initiatives.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

• Manage the end-to-end payroll process for all Belgian employees, ensuring accurate and timely payroll delivery in partnership with the external payroll provider
• Ensure full compliance with Belgian social security, labor law, and tax regulations, including statutory declarations and year-end payroll obligations
• Oversee the administration and payroll processing of employee benefits, including meal vouchers, company cars, mobility budgets, group insurance, and cafeteria plans
• Act as a key point of contact for payroll-related matters, providing guidance and expertise to HR, managers, and employees
• Support the maintenance, optimization, and continuous improvement of HR systems and processes, including payroll and time management solutions
• Contribute to local and global HR transformation initiatives, helping to drive process improvements, automation, and operational efficiency
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external providers to ensure reliable service delivery and effective system support
• Analyze payroll and HR data, providing insights and recommendations to support business decision-making
• Build strong partnerships with HR, Finance, Legal, and IT teams to ensure alignment on payroll, compliance, and people-related processes
• Support knowledge sharing, training, and capability building across payroll and HR operations

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• Minimum 5 years of experience in payroll, HR operations, or a related HR management role
• Strong expertise in Belgian payroll, social legislation, labor law, and tax regulations
• Experience working with HR systems such as Workday and/or Time & Attendance solutions is an advantage
• Exposure to HRIS, payroll optimization, or process improvement projects
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a continuous improvement mindset
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills across all organizational levels
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office and HR reporting tools
• Experience creating and delivering HR-related reporting, policies, and process improvements
• Ability to advise and support business stakeholders on payroll and HR processes
• Fluent in French and English, both written and spoken
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced and evolving environment

WHO WE ARE:
Headquartered in Southern California, Skechers—the Comfort Technology Company®—has spent over 30 years helping men, women, and kids everywhere look and feel good. Comfort innovation is at the core of everything we do, driving the development of stylish, high-quality products at a great value. From our diverse footwear collections to our expanding range of apparel and accessories, Skechers is a complete lifestyle brand.  

 

Be You - Feel Welcome

Skechers recognises the importance and power of diversity within our business. We ensure that our people processes are fair, transparent and promote equality of opportunity for all employees and job applicants.

 

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities or health conditions, who are otherwise qualified for the job position, to perform the essential functions as detailed above.