HRIS & People Analytics Manager

About The Role

As a HRIS & People Analytics Manager, you will manage and support the HRIS & People system, leading configuration and implementation across key modules in our WorkDay Human Capital Management System including Absence, Advanced Compensation, Reporting, and Talent Management. You will be critical in ensuring our Workday platform aligns with organizational needs, optimizes HR processes, and provides actionable data for strategic decision-making.

System Configuration and Management: Lead the design, configuration, and maintenance of Workday modules, including Core HCM, Absence Management, Advanced Compensation, and Talent Management. Absence Management: Define and manage accrued time-off and leave-of-absence plans, ensuring compliance with evolving regulations and organizational policies. Advanced Compensation: Configure and administer complex compensation programs, including salary planning, incentive compensation, and stock plans, and support annual compensation review cycles. Talent Management: Oversee the configuration and administration of talent processes within Workday, succession planning, and talent optimization. Reporting & Analytics: Develop and maintain custom reports, dashboards, and analytics using Workday Report Writer and other tools to provide leadership with clear, data-driven insights into absence trends, compensation metrics, performance data, and other strategic HR areas. Business Process Optimization: Analyze existing HR processes and recommend and implement enhancements that automate, build efficiencies, and enable self-service. Troubleshooting and Support: Investigate and resolve complex system issues, identify root causes, and drive improvements to enhance system reliability and employee experience. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with HR business partners, IT teams, and other stakeholders to gather requirements, translate them into technical solutions, and ensure system functionality meets business needs. Change Management and Training: Maintain clear documentation for configurations and processes, and assist in the development of communication and training materials for end-users. System Updates: Monitor and assess the impact of Workday & bi-annual releases and recommend the adoption of new features and enhancements.

A minimum of 5-8 years of hands-on experience in Workday support or consulting, with a strong background in Workday HCM. Deep functional expertise and proven implementation experience in Workday Absence, Advanced Compensation, Reporting, and Talent Management. Proficiency with Workday security architecture, Integrations business process configuration, calculated fields, EIBs (Enterprise Interface Builders), and custom reporting is required. Current Workday HCM certification is highly preferred; additional certifications in Absence, Advanced Compensation, Reporting, or Talent Management are a plus. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot complex issues effectively. Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex technical configurations to non-technical iya stakeholders. A bachelor degree in Human Resources, Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field is typically required.