Workday HCM Optimization Manager
Guidehouse$118k-$196k / yr
About the role
Lead Workday HCM optimization, production support, assessments, and Phase X deployments. You’ll work directly with clients to capture requirements, design and configure solutions, guide testing, and lead optimization sessions. The role requires at least three years of Workday experience and current Workday HCM Core certification, with up to 25% travel for key milestones.
Job Family: SAAS/PAAS/Cloud Consulting
Travel Required: Up to 25%
Clearance Required: None
What You Will Do
From initial assessments to entire transformations, you'll deliver Workday solutions to equip organizations with the information they need to optimize their Workday environments.
As a Workday HCM Optimization Manager at Guidehouse, you will:
- Manage in the Optimization program for the Workday Practice. This includes activities related to production support, planned assessments, and Phase X deployments.
- Be responsible for leading the design and development of solutions for our customers who are optimizing their Workday tenant or in a Phase X deployment.
- Be hands on for assigned projects helping to streamline client processes.
- Lead optimization sessions, capture client requirements, build/configure creative solutions and work with other Workday consultants.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Work directly with clients and/or consultants to capture requirements and design documents.
- Guide the team in the design, build, and support testing of Workday modules.
- Actively communicate with other team members on cross functional items.
- Responsible to communicate functional challenges and solutions to internal and client teams.
- Lead in an innovative, teaming culture to enable constant innovation and improvement to processes and assets.
- Demonstrate consultative skills.
- Have a passion for high customer satisfaction levels.
What You Will Need
- Bachelor's degree with a MINIMUM of FIVE (5) years of experience using Workday HCM or other ERPs in an HCM capacity; OR a Master's degree with a MINIMUM of THREE (3) years of experience using Workday HCM or other ERPs in an HCM capacity. Years of experience can be substituted for a formal degree, such as no degree with NINE (9) years of experience using Workday HCM or other ERPs in an HCM capacity.
- A MINIMUM of THREE (3) years of work experience with Workday.
- Current holder of the following Workday Certifications: HCM Core.
- Experience with the execution of projects within a structured methodology.
- Solid knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, focused on Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word and PowerPoint.
- Strong written and oral communication skills (RFP responses, white papers, etc.) and presentation skills such as Workday demonstrations and client presentations.
- Up to 25% travel with a focus on work from home and/or Guidehouse office; consultants may provide on-site support for key milestones as needed.
What Would Be Nice To Have
- Workday Public Sector experience preferred.
- Current holder of an active Workday HCM Certification.
- Extensive knowledge using Microsoft products.
The annual salary range for this position is $118,000.00-$196,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.
What We Offer
Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.
Benefits include:
- Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
- Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
- Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Basic Life & Supplemental Life
- Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
- Student Loan PayDown
- Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
- Skills Development & Certifications
- Employee Referral Program
- Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
- Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
- Mobility Stipend