Sr Manager, HR Technology

Sr Manager, HR Technology

A global biopharmaceutical company on a mission to Solve On, Incyte follows science to find solutions for patients with unmet medical needs. Through the discovery, development, and commercialization of proprietary therapeutics, Incyte has established a portfolio of first-in-class medicines for patients and a strong pipeline of products in Hematology, Oncology and Inflammation and Autoimmunity.

Headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, Incyte has operations in North America, Europe, and Asia.

Job Summary (Primary function):
The Sr. Manager, HR Technology serves as the Core HR technology process lead with primary responsibility for Incyte's HR system of record, Workday. Reporting to the Executive Director, HR Technology & Shared Services, this role is responsible for operationalizing HR technology strategy, supporting governance, configuration, optimization, and ongoing operation of Workday Core HCM and related HR technology capabilities.

Given Incyte's current Workday implementation program, the Sr. Manager will play a critical leadership role in ensuring the successful design, testing, deployment, and adoption of Workday across the organization. Following implementation, the role will assume ongoing ownership of Workday Core HR processes, system administration, governance, and continuous improvement initiatives across the HR technology landscape.

This position operates as a hands-on individual contributor and serves as a functional partner to HR, IT, Finance, Payroll, and other business stakeholders to maximize the value of Workday and related HR technologies. The Sr. Manager will provide oversight and stewardship of Workday business processes and data, including system configuration, security administration, calculated fields, data loads, reporting, and process documentation. In addition, the role will lead Incyte's Workday Community of Practice, fostering collaboration and alignment across HR technology-enabled processes including recruiting, performance management, compensation, time tracking, absence management, and benefits.

Essential Functions of the Job (Key responsibilities):

• Workday Platform Ownership
• Workday Implementation & Optimization
• Governance, Release Management & Support
• Security, Compliance & Data Governance
• Reporting, Analytics & Integrations
• Stakeholder Partnership & Leadership

Qualifications (Minimal acceptable level of education, work experience, and competency):

• At least eight (8) years of experience within the Human Resources or IT function supporting a global HR system of record or ERP.
• At least four (4) years of experience within the Human Resources function supporting Workday.
• Demonstrated experience supporting and configuring Workday Core HCM, including business processes, security roles, calculated fields, reporting, data loads, and tenant administration.
• Demonstrated ability to translate HR and business requirements into scalable technology solutions and process improvements.
• Experience supporting Workday implementation, optimization, testing, release management, or post-production support activities.
• Demonstrated ability to partner effectively with HR, Payroll, IT, Finance, and external vendors to deliver technology-enabled business solutions.
• Strong understanding of HR data management, system controls, role-based security, audit requirements, privacy considerations, and data governance practices.
• Demonstrated project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, and stakeholder expectations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication skills, including the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
• Ability to work effectively across global organizations with standardized processes and localized requirements.
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Information Systems, Business, Technology, or a related field.

Preferred Skills/Qualification

• The skills below are attributes that may not be mandatory but are desired in the ideal candidate.
• Experience supporting a global Workday implementation or major HR technology transformation. Experience with in the biotechnology, pharmaceutical, healthcare, or other regulated industry.
• Workday certification(s) preferred.
• Master's degree or other advanced degree preferred.

Education

• Undergraduate degree within a relevant course of study.

Disclaimer:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications. Management reserves the right to change or modify such duties as required.

Incyte Corporation is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.