HRIS Program Manager

Job Title: HRIS Program Manager

Location: Santa Clara, CA (Hybrid)

Duration: 12 Months

Job Description:

Are you a seasoned Program Manager with a passion for managing complex projects and a knack for leading successful HR/HRIS programs? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you! We are seeking an experienced and certified Program Manager to join our team and play a pivotal role in driving the success of our Workday modernization program, consisting of process redesign and usability uplift across the full suite of functional modules.

Key Responsibilities:

As a Workday Uplift Program Manager, you will be responsible for:

Program Leadership:

• Lead and oversee the end-to-end program, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and objectives.
• Create detailed project plans and manage scheduling for all project meetings across the global team.
• Manage the entire lifecycle of a complex, cross-functional SAAS system modernization project.
• Lead the PMO team alongside the Product Manager and Project Managers from multiple consulting vendors engaged in the project.
• Coordinate detailed project activity with the consulting partner project manager, ensuring all workstreams, dependencies, timelines, resources, and deliverables are tracked.

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PMP Expertise:

• Leverage your PMP knowledge to ensure adherence to best project management practices throughout the program's lifecycle.

Workstream Management:

• Manage multiple workstreams within the program, coordinating efforts, resources, and timelines to deliver a cohesive implementation.

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Establish and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including executives, project teams, and external partners, to ensure clear communication and buy-in.

Risk Management:

• Identify potential risks and issues, develop mitigation plans, and proactively address challenges to keep the program on track.

Resource Allocation:

• Allocate resources efficiently and effectively across workstreams to optimize project outcomes.

Scope Management:

• Define and manage the program scope, ensuring that all project deliverables are met within the agreed-upon timeline and budget.
• Ensure adherence to documented scope with external vendors to minimize change orders.

Documentation and Reporting:

• Create and maintain all necessary project artifacts and documentation, including project plans, status reports, and deliverable tracking.

Quality Assurance:

• Ensure the delivery of high-quality solutions by closely monitoring the workstreams and conducting regular quality assessments.

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Qualifications:

To be successful in this role, ideal desirable qualifications are:

• Program Management: 8 years of experience implementing structured tools and processes for complex, cross-functional projects.
• HR Systems Experience: Proven experience managing Workday or similar HRIS projects is highly desirable.
• Vendor Management: Ensuring external vendors are aligned with project objectives and deliverables; establishing a coordinated PMO alongside vendor project leads that provide cohesive leadership to the project team.
• Communication Skills: Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage with stakeholders at all levels.
• Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to address issues as they arise and keep the program on track.
• Documentation: Proficiency in creating and maintaining project documentation and artifacts in alignment with PMP standards.
• Leadership: A collaborative and motivational leadership style to guide project teams to success. Build strategic partnerships with key internal stakeholders and external partners, vendors, and consultants to deliver on program goals.
• Adaptability: The ability to adapt to changing circumstances and manage ambiguity in a dynamic project environment.
• Experience working in a complex, global environment
• Demonstrated excellence in communicating and influencing executive leadership with succinct written presentation and thoughtful verbal communications.
• PMP Certification: A valid Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is preferred.
• Bachelor's Degree: A bachelor's degree in a related field is preferred.

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