Manager, People Operations

About DAT

DAT is an award-winning employer of choice and a next-generation SaaS technology company that has been at the leading edge of innovation in transportation supply chain logistics for 45 years. We continue to transform the industry year over year, by deploying a suite of software solutions to millions of customers every day - customers who depend on DAT for the most relevant data and most accurate insights to help them make smarter business decisions and run their companies more profitably. We operate the largest marketplace of its kind in North America, with 400 million freights posted in 2022, and a database of $150 billion of annual global shipment market transaction data. Our headquarters are in Denver, CO, and Beaverton, OR, with additional offices in Seattle, WA; Springfield, MO; and Bangalore, India. For additional information, see www.DAT.com/company

 

Job Application Deadline: 11/1/2025

 

Position Overview
As Manager, People Operations at DAT, you'll lead strategic HR initiatives that enhance teammate experiences and drive operational excellence across our growing organization. Reporting to the Director of Talent Operations, you'll spearhead process improvements, modernizing ways of working, policy development, and cross-functional projects that scale our people operations efficiently while ensuring compliance and data integrity.

You'll combine strategic thinking with hands-on analytics to optimize HR processes, lead transformational projects, and collaborate with senior leadership on initiatives that support DAT's rapid growth. Your role spans process innovation, change management, data analysis, and ensuring seamless experiences across onboarding, performance management, and career development.

What You'll Do

Strategic Operations & Process Innovation

• Design and implement scalable HR processes that enhance teammate experience and operational efficiency
• Develop & deliver AI driven solutions to enable employees to find the information they need with ease, and improve ways of working
• Spearhead change management for the People team, ensuring successful adoption of new systems, automations, and process improvements in collaboration with key stakeholders.
• Continuously audit and refine HR processes, ensuring our documentation and systems remain compliant and aligned with a modern, self-service approach.

Analytics & Data-Driven Insights

• Build executive dashboards using Excel, Tableau, or Power BI to drive strategic decision-making
• Analyze workforce metrics including retention trends, hiring efficiency, compensation equity, and employee engagement
• Partner with HR team on UKG, Greenhouse, and Radford system optimization and reporting enhancements
• Ensure data accuracy and governance across all HR analytics and reporting initiatives

Strategic Projects & Cross-Functional Leadership

• Lead complex initiatives including performance management enhancements and M&A integration
• Collaborate with IT, Legal, Finance, and business leadership on compliance, system integration, and strategic projects
• Create comprehensive change management strategies that drive adoption of new processes and technologies

What You'll Bring

Experience & Education

• 6-8 years progressive HR operations experience with proven track record of process improvement and project leadership
• Experience in high-growth SaaS/technology environments preferred
• Demonstrated examples of implementing AI driven process improvements
• Strong project management skills with experience managing multiple complex initiatives

Analytics & Technical Proficiency

• Advanced Excel proficiency including pivot tables, complex formulas, and data visualization
• Experience with BI tools (Tableau, Power BI, or similar) for dashboard creation and reporting
• Understanding of HRIS architecture, system integrations, and data governance principles
• Strong analytical skills with ability to interpret complex HR data and identify actionable insights

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