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Skills
Product Strategy, Digital Transformation, GTM Leadership, Data & Analytics, SaaS, Product Marketing, Collaboration Tooling, AI, E-Commerce, New Product Design, Customer Experience Strategy, HCM/HRIS, Product Monetization, Vendor & Systems Integration Management, Market Sizing, Agile, Kanban, Six Sigma Black Belt, Strategic IT Planning,Acquisition Strategy, RFP/Procurement
About
Sarah Perkins: HR Technology Executive
Strategic Leadership Overview
As a former Chief Product Officer (CPO) at Gusto in the HR Technology Space with experience at Oracle HCM, UKG, and EY, I've built a career driving innovation at the intersection of HR strategy and technology solutions. My expertise spans both product development and implementation consulting, positioning me as a leader who can bridge the gap between enterprise HR needs and cutting-edge technology solutions.
Core Experience & Achievements
HR Tech Leadership
Product Vision & Strategy: Spearheaded product roadmaps for HR technology platforms at Gusto, Oracle HCM, and UKG, ensuring alignment with market needs and customer pain points.
Cross-Functional Leadership: Managed a 25-person product, engineering, and UX team structured into three specialized squads:
● HRIS Modernization (Oracle HCM upgrades, data governance)
● Employee Experience (UKG Pro self-service portals, AI-driven scheduling)
● SMB Tools (Gusto integrations for contractor/part-time workforce management)
Innovation Implementation: Led development of SaaS-based HR solutions integrating AI, analytics, and automation to enhance HR workflows.
Customer-Centric Development: Drove enhancements based on user feedback and industry trends in talent management, payroll, and workforce analytics.
Implementation & Consulting Expertise
● Enterprise Advisory: Advised Fortune 500 and mid-market clients on HRIS evaluation, selection, and implementation across major platforms (Workday, SAP SuccessFactors, Oracle HCM, UKG).
● End-to-End Project Management: Managed comprehensive HRIS projects, including requirements gathering, vendor RFP processes, system configuration, data migration, and change management.
● Strategic Frameworks: Developed vendor evaluation frameworks, ROI analyses, and implementation roadmaps to ensure seamless adoption and maximize HR tech investments.
● Transformation Leadership: Specialized in HR process optimization, helping organizations transition from legacy systems to cloud-based HCM platforms.