Director of ERP Systems - Workday

- Define and implement the long-term strategy for the Workday platform aligned with our business goals. - Develop a governance framework for system configurations, management of releases, and integration of new modules. - Assess and recommend the adoption of new Workday features and products to address dynamic organizational requirements. - Oversee all Workday modules including HCM, Payroll, Benefits, Absence, Time Tracking, Recruiting, Learning, Financial Management, and Reporting/Analytics. - Manage all system integrations with both upstream and downstream platforms. - Ensure the platform remains operational, with a focus on data accuracy and performance for all integrations. - Build and lead a team of Workday analysts and system administrators. - Establish clear objectives, promote professional growth, and cultivate a culture rooted in accountability and ongoing improvement. - Manage relationships with vendors and implementation partners when necessary. - Act as a reliable partner to Finance, HR, Payroll, and Operations leadership, translating business requirements into effective Workday solutions. - Communicate updates, potential risks, and roadmap priorities to senior executive stakeholders. - Guarantee that Workday and all integrated systems comply with cybersecurity regulations. - Collaborate with Internal Audit and Cybersecurity teams to ensure proper system access controls and maintain thorough audit trails. - Assist in external audits and internal control evaluations associated with Workday-managed data and processes. - Lead semi-annual Workday release cycles, analyzing feature impacts, and coordinate testing and deployment across relevant stakeholder groups. - Direct new module launches and enhancements from the requirements phase through to go-live. - Manage timelines, budgets, and cross-functional resources for ERP projects.