Senior Program Manager, Executive Operations
WorkdayAbout the role
Your work days are brighter here.
At Workday, it all began with a conversation over breakfast. When our founders met at a sunny California diner, they came up with an idea to revolutionize the enterprise software market. And when we began to rise, one thing that really set us apart was our culture. A culture which was driven by our value of putting our people first. And ever since, the happiness, development, and contribution of every Workmate is central to who we are. Our Workmates believe a healthy employee-centric, collaborative culture is the essential mix of ingredients for success in business. That’s why we look after our people, communities and the planet while still being profitable. Feel encouraged to shine, however that manifests: you don’t need to hide who you are. You can feel the energy and the passion, it's what makes us unique. Inspired to make a brighter work day for all and transform with us to the next stage of our growth journey? Bring your brightest version of you and have a brighter work day here.
About the Team
Workday’s Director, Executive Operations within the Strategy & Business Operations organization is seeking a program manager with business operations, communications, and program management knowledge to drive flawless execution on enterprise-wide executive management activities and key initiatives across the organization.About the Role
The Senior Program Manager role will lead projects and operational workstreams both independently and in partnership with the Director, Exec Ops. This is a role for someone who thrives in ambiguity, has excellent communication and organization skills, strong executive presence, and understands how to balance competing priorities ranging from strategic to tactical.
Responsibilities:
Intra-Org Engagement & Operations
Support Exec Ops Director and Chief Strategy & Business Operations Officer with ad hoc analyses, strategic discussions, special projects, and day-to-day operations as needed
Support intra-org forums and operating cadence
Establish consistent operating processes within the S&BO org
X-Org Alignment
Support ongoing and ad-hoc initiatives to improve alignment and partnership with cross-functional stakeholders
Partner with Director, Exec Ops in driving structure and approach to enterprise operating forums across Workday
Establish a streamlined approach to managing outcomes and actions from key executive touch points and forums
About You
Basic Qualifications:
8+ years of experience in business operations, strategy, consulting, program management.
Experience in an enterprise SaaS environment, in particular working closely with a variety of functions and management levels.
Other Qualifications:
Ability to learn quickly within a fast-paced team and function
Ability to handle interpersonal relationships efficiently, professionally, and empathetically.
Adaptable and excited to venture into a dynamic, evolving organizational landscape.
Ability to operate autonomously with limited supervision or direction.
Exceptionally organized, with a love for creating order out of chaos.
Intellectually curious with a high-growth mindset.
Excellent oral and written communication skills, including executive-level presence.
Balanced mix of confidence, maturity, and humility in challenging environments and situations.
Workday Pay Transparency Statement
The annualized base salary ranges for the primary location and any additional locations are listed below. Workday pay ranges vary based on work location. As a part of the total compensation package, this role may be eligible for the Workday Bonus Plan or a role-specific commission/bonus, as well as annual refresh stock grants. Recruiters can share more detail during the hiring process. Each candidate’s compensation offer will be based on multiple factors including, but not limited to, geography, experience, skills, job duties, and business need, among other things. For more information regarding Workday’s comprehensive benefits, please click here.
Primary Location: USA.CA.Pleasanton
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