Manager, Workday HRIS

FARO is an imaging company - and an imagining company. We envision a better, more insightful, and more powerful world realized through digital 3D means and measurement technologies. Right from the start, we have helped our customers make better decisions - faster and more accurately than anyone else in the industry.  

We work with the largest companies on the planet to provide the solutions that enable them to overcome their most pressing industry challenges. In aerospace and automotive, we work with firms like SpaceX, NASA, Tesla and Volvo among others. In the construction industry, we work with the largest builders to scan and design astonishing projects. For public safety professionals, our forensics scanning tools solve crimes and document scenes with high tech gear you probably see on CSI and in the movies! 

We believe that if it can be dreamed it can also be measured. And if it can be measured, it can also be realized.

We are seeking a Workday HRIS Manager to join our global HR team.  This position will be responsible for the architecture, configuration and on on-going maintenance of our Workday HCM system and business processes. We are looking for someone who can partner with teams, brings creativity and innovation and effectively collaborate across multiple internal stakeholders. This position serves as a technical point of contact for functional areas  and assists subject matter experts with ensuring data integrity, testing of system changes, report writing and analyzing data flows for process improvement opportunities. The HRIS Manager also supports upgrades, releases, testing and other technical products. 

How you will make a difference @ FARO

• Serve as the Workday HCM systems subject-matter expert with expert-level understanding of core HR functionalities including recruiting, compensation, benefits, payroll, and performance management.

• Maintains internal database files and tables and develops custom reports to meet the requirements of Human Resources management and staff

• Works with Human Resources personnel to evaluate HRIS software and hardware needs and may design new or modify existing HRIS to meet changing demands

• Support Global Payroll teams to coordinate retrieval and reporting functions

• Serve as HR department liaison to IT functions

• Owns the global development, implementation, and maintenance of Workday

• Researches and drives the bi-annual Workday release implementations

• Partners closely with HR, IT, and Business stakeholders to gather requirements, architect solutions, and drive the implementation in Workday following FARO HR Change Management Policy

• Designs and implements a scalable systems architecture to flex with changing business needs

• Collaborates and acts as a key consult with internal and external partners to define, build, and maintain integrations between Workday and core business systems

• Leads configuration, testing, and administration of core Workday business processes, security maintenance, and data loads

• Proactively reviews and improves internal technical documentation and ensures compliance with company policies and SOX regulations

• Trains and advises HR team on updated configuration, system utilization to support efficient and effective processes

• Leads regular data and quality audits

This position requires

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources Information Management Systems, Computer Science or related field or equivalent work experience

• Five plus years of Workday HCM

• Systems implementation experience

• Demonstrated advanced wide-ranging experience in Workday HRIS modules including recruiting, advanced compensation, benefits, payroll, time & absence, reporting, performance management, and talent management

• In-depth experience with Workday security processes, integrations, data loads, and system releases

• Experience with Global HR processes and legal/statutory requirements

• Ability to thrive in ambiguity and excel at finding clarity where others see complexity

• Experience capturing business requirements, translating into technical requirements, providing solutions, and executing system configuration

• Experience leading projects with internal and external stakeholders.

• Ability to manage and maintain confidential information

• Oversee system security, data integrity, and compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain and present technical topics to all levels of employees