Senior Manager, Workday Systems – HR Technology

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Act as the primary authority and subject matter expert for the Workday platform and associated HR technologies.

• Oversee the administration, configuration, governance, and enhancement of Workday across all Human Capital Management (HCM) functions.

• Ensure optimal system performance, data accuracy, business process efficiency, and a favorable user experience.

• Develop and implement standards, procedures, and documentation for system administration and operational support.

• Provide strategic insight on Workday functionalities, best practices, and future solution strategies.

• Construct and execute the Workday roadmap in alignment with organizational and HR strategic goals.

• Identify process improvement opportunities, automate workflows, enhance reporting capabilities, and boost operational efficiency.

• Direct system enhancements, implementations, upgrades, and optimization projects.

• Oversee the creation and upkeep of Workday reports, dashboards, scorecards, and workforce analytics.

• Manage system-related projects from requirements gathering to implementation and post-production support.

• Serve as the central point of contact between HR, Payroll, Finance, IT, business leaders, and external vendors.

• Mentor, supervise, and develop HRIS and Workday team members as assigned.

⛳️ Requirements

• Extensive knowledge of Workday administration, configuration, security, reporting, and integrations.

• Proficiency across the Workday HCM suite, encompassing workforce management, talent management, recruitment, learning, total rewards, payroll support, time and absence management, reporting, security, and integrations.

• Strong comprehension of HR operations, employee lifecycle processes, and best practices in HR technology.

• Proven capability to lead complex system projects and manage competing priorities effectively.

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking abilities.

• Experience in developing and maintaining workforce analytics, dashboards, and executive reporting.

• Exceptional communication, stakeholder management, and relationship-building skills.

• Demonstrated project management and change management skills.

• Ability to convert business requirements into scalable technological solutions.

• Bachelor's degree in human resources, Information Systems, Business Administration, Computer Science, or a related field is preferred. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be deemed acceptable.

• 7+ years of progressive experience in HRIS, Workday, or HR technology.

• 5+ years of hands-on experience in administering and supporting Workday.

• Experience in leading Workday initiatives related to configuration, reporting, security, integrations, and process optimization.

• Proven experience collaborating with HR, Payroll, Finance, IT, and business stakeholders to implement technology solutions and enhance operations.

• Leadership or people management experience is essential.

• Workday certifications are preferred.

🏝️ Benefits

• Health insurance

• 401(k) matching

• Paid time off

• Flexible work arrangements

• Professional development opportunities