Meri Sievae

HRIS Manager

Professional Overview

Meri Sievae is an experienced HRIS professional with a strong background in human resources information systems management. As the HRIS Manager at Uponor, she is responsible for overseeing the implementation, optimization, and maintenance of the company's HR software solutions. Meri's expertise spans across HRIS strategy, data management, and process improvement, enabling her to drive digital transformation and enhance the efficiency of HR operations.

Experience Summary

Current Role

HRIS Manager, Uponor (2025-01-01 - Present)

• Manages the implementation and optimization of Uponor's HRIS system, ensuring seamless integration and data integrity

• Leads a team of HRIS specialists, providing strategic direction and technical guidance to improve HR data management and reporting

• Collaborates cross-functionally with HR, IT, and business stakeholders to identify and address HRIS-related challenges

• Spearheads the development and deployment of innovative HRIS solutions to enhance user experience and operational efficiency

• Leverages data analytics to generate insights that support strategic HR decision-making and workforce planning

Career Progression

Senior HRIS Specialist, Uponor (2023-03-01 - 2024-12-01)

• Played a pivotal role in the successful implementation of a new HRIS platform, resulting in a 30% improvement in data accuracy and 20% reduction in administrative tasks

• Designed and delivered comprehensive HRIS training programs, empowering HR and business users to effectively leverage the company's HR technology

• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline HR processes and optimize system configurations, leading to a 15% increase in operational efficiency

HRIS Specialist, Uponor (2021-10-01 - 2023-03-01)

• Provided technical support and user assistance for the company's HRIS, ensuring seamless system operations and user satisfaction

• Participated in the development and implementation of new HRIS modules, contributing to the enhancement of HR service delivery

Team Lead / Manager HRSC Reward and Career Changes, UPM - The Biofore Company (2020-11-01 - 2021-10-01)

• Managed a team of HR specialists responsible for reward and career change processes, driving process improvements and optimizing workforce planning

Team Lead, Finnish Admin and Estonia teams, UPM - The Biofore Company (2018-10-01 - 2020-11-01)

• Led a team of HR professionals across Finland and Estonia, ensuring seamless HR service delivery and employee engagement

HR Specialist, Finnish Admin team (now Reward & Career changes), UPM - The Biofore Company (2018-01-01 - 2018-10-01)

• Provided HR support and guidance to employees, contributing to enhanced employee experience and satisfaction

Academic Background

Meri holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration from the University of Tampere, where she specialized in Human Resource Management.

Areas of Expertise

• HRIS strategy and implementation

• HR data management and analytics

• Process optimization and workflow automation

• Cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder management

• Team leadership and people management

Professional Impact

• Spearheaded the successful implementation of a new HRIS platform at Uponor, resulting in significant improvements in data accuracy and operational efficiency

• Designed and delivered comprehensive HRIS training programs, empowering HR and business users to effectively leverage the company's HR technology

• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline HR processes and optimize system configurations, leading to a 15% increase in operational efficiency

Conclusion

Meri Sievae is a seasoned HRIS professional with a proven track record of driving digital transformation and enhancing the efficiency of HR operations. Her expertise in HRIS strategy, data management, and process improvement, coupled with her strong leadership and cross-functional collaboration skills, make her a valuable asset to Uponor. Meri is committed to continuously improving HR service delivery and providing strategic insights to support the company's workforce planning and decision-making.