Manager, HR Systems; Workday

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We are seeking a Manager, HR Systems (Workday) to lead the configuration, maintenance, and ongoing optimization of the Workday platform in support of a global, multi‑entity organization. This hybrid role is based out of our Global Support Center in Rosemont, IL, with remote work and in‑office collaboration days as needed.

• Configure, maintain, and support Workday SKUs including HCM, Recruiting, Advanced Compensation, Benefits, Payroll, Time Tracking, Absence Management, Performance, Talent, Peakon Employee Voice, Workday Drive, and Dashboards/Reporting.
• Support the execution of the HR tech roadmap in partnership with HR leadership.
• Participate in and lead portions of Workday‑related projects, such as the annual engagement survey, new module implementations, enhancements, process redesign, and system upgrades.
• Partner with stakeholders to define business requirements, document processes, and translate needs into scalable system solutions.
• Coordinate and execute project activities such as configuration, testing (unit, integration, UAT), data validation, and deployment support.
• Participate in Workday bi‑annual releases, including impact analysis, testing, and implementation of new functionality, and communicate changes impacting UX/UI to HR leaders and employees.
• Identify and implement process and system improvements to enhance efficiency, data accuracy, and user experience.
• Develop and maintain standard and ad‑hoc reports, dashboards, and analytics to support business and HR decision‑making.
• Ensure data integrity, system security, and adherence to internal controls and global data privacy requirements.
• Develop, manage, and execute Workday Enterprise Interface Builder (EIB) integrations, including inbound and outbound data loads, mass updates, and data migrations; troubleshoot and monitor EIB processes.
• Partner with HR, Payroll, Finance, and IT stakeholders to troubleshoot issues, support projects, and deliver effective system solutions.
• Support payroll and benefits processes through system configuration, testing, and issue resolution.
• Maintain and support integrations between Workday and other enterprise systems.
• Provide end‑user support, training, and documentation to HR teams, managers, and employees.
• Troubleshoot system issues, manage tickets, and ensure timely resolution of production support needs.

• 6‑8 years of HRIS experience, with a minimum of 3 years of hands‑on Workday experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in information technology, HR Information Systems, or a related field (preferred).
• Experience configuring and supporting multiple Workday modules;
  Core HCM required, other modules strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated experience supporting or leading HRIS or Workday‑related projects (implementations, enhancements, integrations).
• Hands‑on Workday EIB experience, including building, testing, and troubleshooting inbound/outbound integrations and mass data loads (required); experience with other integrations (APIs, etc.) strongly preferred.
• Experience participating in testing cycles (UAT, regression, integrations) and system deployments.
• Experience supporting HR systems in a multi‑site environment (required); global experience strongly preferred.
• Solid understanding of HR processes across the employee lifecycle.
• Experience with Workday reporting and dashboards desirable.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and contribute to project timelines.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills across technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
• Advanced analytical and Excel proficiency.

• Competitive salary range of $149,400 – $182,500 annually (U.S. applicants). Salary will vary based on education, experience, skills, and abilities.
• Eligible to participate in Life Fitness / Hammer Strength’s annual Manager Incentive Plan for an annual discretionary bonus based on company and individual…