HCM Specialist - Human Resources Lead

ABOUT Slate

Slate is a new US company that is exploring opportunities in the electric vehicle space.

Who we are looking for:

Slate is looking for a Workday HCM Specialist - Human Resources Lead   to join our growing HR team.  In this highly dynamic and visible role, you will be responsible for leading the design and configuration, defining the access control, coordinating integrations, and managing the implementation of Workday HCM system. You will act as a key partner to HR process owners and colleagues in the development of modern and innovative HCM solutions. You will be responsible for the HCM strategy as the company grows and evolves. This position reports directly to the CHRO.  The role offers a balance of strategic opportunity to help drive our HR technology initiatives throughout our organization aligned to the business plan, and significant operational responsibility and execution.  You will also lead the reporting, dashboard adoption and use of AI tools within Workday HCM for the organization.

What you get to do:

Partnering with HR process owners, IT and functional experts to lead and execute the implementation of Workday HCM system for the company and ensure that the system meets the business needs and requirements of the organization:

• Provided subject matter expertise and functional leadership on HCM system.
• Gather process and technical requirements, facilitate business process discussions, map them to the product functionality, and lead the solution design, architecture and documentation.
• Perform fit gap analysis, configuration, testing, implementation, end user support, post-implementation, and release cycle management activities.
• Partner with stakeholders and vendors to develop, troubleshoot, and deploy technical system integrations of varying complexity.
• Ensure data integrity and accuracy and provide support to end-users in resolving production support issues related to the HCM system.
• Analyze and optimize HCM HR processes and system workflows to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
• Create and maintain system documentation, including user guides, training materials, and system configuration documentation.
• Train team members and client on HCM functionality, concepts, and processes.
• Develop reporting strategy using various tools available including dashboards.
• Review and test HCM release enhancements, identify where the organization can benefit and embrace new functionality.
• Perform change control in collaboration with IT to monitor scope and requirements.

What you bring to the team:

• Bachelor of Computer Science, Engineering, HR, Business, IT, related field or equivalent experience.
• 8+ years of working within SaaS HCM platform - Workday.
• 5+ years of experience deploying Workday HCM reporting capabilities.
• Experience launching a new platform including configuration, design/specification, development, test, integrations, training and support with at least 2 full life cycle implementations.
• Experience managing projects, leading teams and driving their work to ensure project timelines are met, including monitoring for project issues and sound judgement for escalation.
• Hands on experience with SaaS Workday HCM platforms configuration. 
• Strong relationship-building skills to work collaboratively with diverse functional groups, including technical staff, senior management, and third parties.
• Able to communicate clearly at all levels of the organization, both in writing and verbally.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint.
• Project management certification (PMP or equivalent) preferred.
• Formal business process improvement methodology certification (e.g. Kaizen, Lean, or Six Sigma training) preferred.
• Comfortable working with ambiguity and evolving priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.  We are unable to financially sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for this opportunity currently.

We want to work with people that reflect the communities in which we operate:

• Slate is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, parental status, cultural background, organizational level, work styles, tenure and life experiences. Or for any other reason.
• Slate is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at [email protected] or 813-468-7257.