About Vantage Data Centers

Vantage Data Centers powers, cools, protects and connects the technology of the world’s well-known hyperscalers, cloud providers and large enterprises. Developing and operating across North America, EMEA and Asia Pacific, Vantage has evolved data center design in innovative ways to deliver dramatic gains in reliability, efficiency and sustainability in flexible environments that can scale as quickly as the market demands.

People and Culture Department

The People & Culture (P&C) team at Vantage is a high-performing trusted partner to the business, committed to delivering exceptional employee experience from application through alumni. Our team is known for its strategic thinking and practical solutions, working closely with leaders across the organization to support the development and growth of our people. Every member of the P&C team plays a meaningful role in shaping our culture and enabling our global expansion. Grounded in our core values of Trust, Agility, Respect, and Accountability, we strive to live these principles every day as we innovate and make Vantage a premier employer in our industry.

Position Overview

This role can be fully Remote or based at one of our US locations:

Denver, CO; Phoenix, AZ; Santa Clara, CA; or Ashburn, VA. in alignment with our flexible work policy. (3 days on site required, 2 days flexible)

Vantage Data Centers is seeking a detail-oriented, hands-on Manager and Workday functional leader to join our People & Culture team. Reporting to the Senior Director, People Operations, you will support Workday/HRIS strategy, delivery, driving improvements, and partnering with stakeholders to enhance the employee experience. Your responsibilities also include leading a team of project managers and HRIS professionals responsible for Workday delivery and HR technology programs.

Essential Job Functions

HRIS Strategy, Leadership, and Execution:

• Lead optimization projects for the company’s Workday environment, driving improvements in efficiency and effectiveness across P&C processes.

• Support the Workday/HRIS roadmap and priorities aligned to business needs and People & Culture strategy.

• Manage enhancements, testing, and releases.

• Prioritize work and allocate capacity across support and projects; maintain intake, testing, and release practices.

• Manage and develop team members and/or contract resources (hiring, coaching, performance, and growth).

Collaboration and Project Management:

• Lead HRIS initiatives, including implementations, upgrades, enhancements, and integrations.

• Manage timelines and deliverables to execute HRIS initiatives successfully.

• Apply best practices to improve processes and user experience.

• Partner cross-functionally on special projects, providing HRIS expertise and support.

• Drive stakeholder alignment and escalations; communicate risks, trade-offs, and timelines.

• Lead change activities (communications, deployment, and post-go-live support).

System Maintenance and Support:

• Support and maintain Workday modules (HCM, Leave & Absence, Performance, Recruiting, Time Tracking, Scheduling, and Adaptive Planning).

• Maintain Workday business processes and security configurations.

• Create and maintain calculated fields, condition rules, and custom reports to meet business requirements.

• Partner with business users to define reporting needs and deliver insights using Workday reporting tools.

• Troubleshoot and resolve issues in a timely manner to ensure smooth operation of Workday systems.

• Perform regular system audits, data validations, and ensure data integrity.

• Identify opportunities to streamline processes and workflows through system enhancements and automation.

• Provide input and recommendations for system configuration tailored to meet business needs.

User Training and Documentation:

• Develop and deliver training materials, ensuring the end users are knowledgeable and comfortable using the system.

• Serve as a point of contact for HRIS related inquiries and provide ongoing support and guidance to users.

Compliance and Data Security:

• Ensure that HRIS and data management practices comply with company policies, legal requirements, and data privacy regulations.

• Monitor system access and security settings to protect sensitive people data.

Additional Duties:

• Handle additional duties as assigned by Management.

Job Requirements

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, IT, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.

Experience:

• 5 years overall manager experience with at least 3 years of direct experience in HRIS required.

• Demonstrated people-management experience, including leading and developing analysts and/or HRIS resources.

• 5 years of experience in project management required.

• Experience with Workday HCM is required; exposure across multiple Workday modules is strongly preferred.

• Deep configuration experience and security configuration is preferred

Skills:

• Proficiency in Workday Report Writer, Advanced reports, and custom report development.

• Solid understanding of HR and Finance business processes and best practices.

• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.

• Self-motivated and able to work independently in a remote environment.

• Adaptable and open to learning new technologies and processes.

• Proficiency in Excel and related data analysis tools.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.

• Travel required is expected to be up to 5% but may increase over time as the business evolves.

Physical Demands and Special Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to handle or feel objects; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop or kneel; talk and hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Additional Details

• Salary Range: $145,000 to $160,000 Base + Bonus (this range is based on Colorado market data and may vary in other locations)

• This position is eligible for company benefits including but not limited to medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and AD&D, short and long-term disability coverage, paid time off, employee assistance, participation in a 401k program that includes company match, and many other additional voluntary benefits.

• Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including your qualifications, skills, competencies, and experience and may fall outside of the range shown.

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We operate with No Ego and No Arrogance. We work to build each other up and support one another, appreciating each other’s strengths and respecting each other’s weaknesses. We find joy in our work and each other, actively seeking opportunities to inject fun into what we do. Our hard and efficient work is rewarded with an above market total compensation package. We offer a comprehensive suite of health and welfare, retirement, and paid leave benefits exceeding local expectations.

Throughout the year, the advantage of being part of the Vantage team is evident with an array of benefits, recognition, training and development, and the knowledge that your contribution adds value to the company and our community.

Don't meet all the requirements? Please still apply if you think you are the right person for the position. We are always keen to speak to people who connect with our mission and values.

Vantage Data Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Vantage Data Centers does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firm agencies. Fees will not be paid in the event a candidate submitted by a recruiter without an agreement in place is hired; such resumes will be deemed the sole property of Vantage Data Centers.

We’ll be accepting applications for at least one week from the date this role is posted. If you're interested, we encourage you to apply soon—we’re excited to find the right person and will keep the role open until we do!