Director, People Systems-Workday Leader
At a glance
Director-level People Operations & HRIS role at Genpt. Remote, United States · full-time · no salary stated · we estimate $169,500–$229,375 across the United States.
Genpt has not published a salary for this role. The figure below is our estimate, not theirs.
remoteroles summary, based on the employer's posting.
What you'll do
- Set the Workday HRIS roadmap and keep it aligned with HR and business priorities
- Improve Workday through upgrades, configuration changes and connections to other enterprise applications
- Protect HR data, manage access and compliance, and set procedures that preserve data accuracy
- Lead HRIS analysts and Workday product owners while coordinating support with HR, IT and vendors
- Configure Workday modules around HR processes, then lead training, adoption and ongoing improvements
What you bring
- You have extensive experience directing Workday HRIS implementations and global operations
- You know Workday HCM and have connected it with global HR systems
- You understand international HR practices, compliance obligations and privacy rules for data
- You have led multicultural teams and delivered large technology projects within schedule and budget
Who this fits
This director role suits someone who can lead a team while translating HR needs into Workday solutions. The position is listed as remote in Atlanta.
From the employer
The People Systems Director will lead the strategy, optimization, and ongoing management of the Workday Human Resources Information System (HRIS). This role is responsible for ensuring that the Workday platform supports HR processes, complies with regulatory requirements, and drives efficiency and accuracy in workforce data management. The director will collaborate with HR COE teams, IT, and business leaders to optimize system functionality and enhance user experience.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the strategy and roadmap for the Workday HRIS platform, ensuring alignment with overall HR and business objectives.
- Manage Workday system optimization, upgrades, configurations, and integrations with other enterprise applications.
- Oversee HR data governance, security, and system compliance with relevant regional and regulations.
- Partner closely with HR business partners, IT teams, and external vendors to deliver seamless HRIS support and innovations.
- Develop and enforce best practices, policies, and procedures related to HRIS operations and data integrity.
- Direct a team of HRIS analysts and Workday product owners, providing mentorship and ensuring high performance.
- Analyze complex HR processes and data requirements to configure Workday modules effectively, including core HR, talent management, compensation, benefits, absence, payroll, time and attendance, learning, and listening.
- Drive user training, adoption, and support initiatives across diverse global regions.
- Monitor system performance, identify improvement opportunities, and lead continuous improvement efforts.
- Manage budgets and vendor relationships related to Workday HRIS services.
Required Qualifications:
- Extensive experience leading Workday HRIS implementations and global operations, preferably as a director.
- In-depth knowledge of Workday HCM modules and experience with global HR systems integrations.
- Strong understanding of international HR processes, compliance requirements, and data privacy laws.
- Proven leadership skills with experience managing multicultural teams and multiple stakeholders.
- Excellent project management capabilities with a track record of delivering large-scale technology initiatives on time and within budget.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate business needs into technical solutions.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration across global teams.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Workday certification(s) and/or relevant HRIS certifications.
- Experience working in a multinational corporation with complex organizational structures.
- Familiarity with related areas such as payroll systems, benefits administration, and talent management software.
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