Apprentice HR DATA

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🌍 Who are we?

At the heart of Sonepar lies a deep-rooted belief anchored in family values. While we operate on a global scale, we remain a family-owned business, cherishing the bond, commitment, and legacy that comes from shared lineage. We believe that the power of connection extends beyond business interactions – it's about creating a sustainable legacy for future generations and ensuring that our impact on the planet is both meaningful and positive.

Our purpose isn't merely to distribute electrical products but to create a world where businesses and communities are empowered through seamless access to vital resources. We envision a future where every business, regardless of its size or location, has equal opportunities to innovate, thrive, and make a positive impact.

Through our vast network spanning over 40 countries, we bring together industry expertise, cutting-edge digital transformation, and a commitment to sustainability. Our digital journey isn't just about adopting new technologies; it's about setting new industry benchmarks and redefining customer experiences.

🎯 Your Mission: 

Contribute to building a robust and reliable HR data ecosystem, enabling better management of costs, headcount, and HR processes, while driving a data-driven transformation of the HR function with a strong focus on data quality, consistency, and automation.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Database construction and structuring:

• Design and implement a single, structured, and reliable HR database, serving as the reference foundation for all analyses and strategic deliverables (My Sonepar Total Rewards, budget, projections, rolling forecast, reporting, etc.)
• Structure shared databases across HR / Finance / Accounting (staff costs, recharges, provisions, etc.)
• Ensure consistency across different data sources (payroll, HRIS, Finance files)
• Draft specifications following evolving Finance requirements
• Define and structure data governance rules

• Data reliability and quality:

• Identify gaps and inconsistencies across data sources
• Implement automated data quality controls
• Document data governance rules
• Contribute to continuous improvement of data processes

• Analysis and reporting:

• Produce and automate regular reporting (headcount, movements, absenteeism, remote work, payroll, compensation cycles, etc.)
• Build management dashboards (Excel / Power BI)

• Process automation and tool improvement:

• Automate recurring deliverables (reporting, controls)
• Propose process improvements
• Contribute to cross-functional projects (HRIS)
• Feed and support COPILOT dedicated to employee requests

Scope of Responsibilities

Operates across a cross-functional scope at the core of HR steering, playing a key role in transforming data into actionable decision-making insights.

⭐ Skills: The Toolbox You Bring

Knowledge :

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Data/Analytics, Business, HR, Finance, Economics, Engineering, or equivalent
• Solid understanding (or strong interest) in HR fundamentals and key HR metrics: headcount, movements, absenteeism, payroll mass, compensation cycles,
• Basic understanding of data management principles: data consistency, data quality, documentation, and governance
• Awareness of confidentiality and data privacy requirements when handling sensitive HR data (GDPR mindset).
• Ability to connect data topics with business needs such as cost and workforce steering (HR/Finance interface).

Soft Skills :

• Strong work ethic and high level of confidentiality,
• Rigorous, analytical, and able to synthesize information,
• High attention to detail and rigor; you enjoy making data reliable and “audit-proof”
• Analytical mindset with the ability to structure problems, identify inconsistencies, and propose practical fixes.

Technical Skills :

• Strong command of Excel (advanced formulas, pivots, data cleaning)
• First experience or strong interest in Power BI (dashboards, basic modeling, refresh logic).
• Understanding of data quality controls (reconciliations, checks, anomaly detection) and ability to document rules.

📊 Benefits:

The role - Your daily activities will be interesting, stimulating and varied... No two days are alike!

The organisation - You'll be part of the Sonepar family and share the same values!

The culture - You'll be working in an international environment.

The team - Our dynamic, multidisciplinary, open-minded and talented team is eager to welcome additional skills to continue to meet the challenge.

✅ 75% reimbursement of your monthly or annual transport pass.

✅ Swile Ticket restaurant card

🤝 Recruitment process

1. HR Interview
2. Managers’ Interview
3. N+2 Interview