Kyndryl is a company that designs, builds, manages, and modernizes mission-critical technology systems. The Associate Director of Workday Hire to Retire Portfolio will be responsible for the strategic direction, implementation, and ongoing management of Kyndryl's Workday solutions, working with cross-functional teams to align the Workday platform with business objectives.
Responsibilities:
- Define and drive the strategic roadmap for Workday solutions at Kyndryl
- Align Workday initiatives with the overall business strategy and objectives
- Serve as a thought leader and Workday subject matter expert within the organization
- Oversee the implementation and optimization of Workday modules, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and on budget
- Manage the Workday portfolio, including new implementations, upgrades, and integrations with other enterprise systems
- Develop and maintain project plans, timelines, and budgets
- Lead and mentor a team of Workday professionals, fostering a collaborative and innovative environment
- Provide direction and support for the Workday team, ensuring continuous improvement and development
- Collaborate with key stakeholders to understand business requirements and translate them into Workday solutions
- Communicate project status, risks, and issues to senior leadership and other stakeholders
- Build and maintain strong relationships with Workday, third-party vendors, and consultants
- Ensure the Workday platform is stable, secure, and optimized for performance
- Develop and implement best practices, standards, and governance for Workday usage across the organization
- Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics related to Workday initiatives
Requirements:
- Skilled in one or more of the following areas: Workday Core HCM, Recruiting, Talent and Performance, Security
- Bachelor's degree in information technology, Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related field
- Minimum of 10+ years of experience in enterprise IT or HR technology, with at least 2 years in a leadership role managing Workday implementations
- Proven track record of managing large-scale Workday projects, including HCM, and other modules
- Experience in a global organization, managing cross-functional and geographically dispersed teams
- Deep expertise in Workday solutions and architecture
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills
- Ability to think strategically and translate business needs into technical solutions
- Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to addressing challenges
- Workday Pro certification or Implementation certification preferred