Workday Configuration Architect (ERP)

TL;DR

Workday Configuration Architect (ERP): Lead the design, configuration, and optimization of Workday platform across HR modules with an accent on global workstreams like onboarding, leave processes, and relocation. Focus on architecting end-to-end business processes, ensuring security model integration, and driving scalable enhancements for hire-to-retire functionality.

Location: Fully remote or hybrid (~3 days/week) if local to Buffalo, NY area; must live local to Buffalo, NY to work onsite

Salary: $130,000–$180,000 Annually (Buffalo, NY)

Company

Global technology company in the manufacturing industry with 10,000+ employees, focused on performance culture and solving technical challenges.

What you will do

• Maintain and define configuration standards and documentation across Workday modules.
• Architect end-to-end Workday configurations for core HR modules and global deployments.
• Lead complex configuration initiatives, enhancements, and testing strategies.
• Mentor Workday Analysts and Administrators while providing knowledge transfer.
• Evaluate and recommend improvements to configurations, processes, and data integrity.
• Collaborate with integrations, security, and business teams on business processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, business administration, or related field
• 7+ years advanced Workday configuration experience
• Proven leadership in complex global Workday initiatives across multiple workstreams
• Strong understanding of Workday security model and impacts on business processes
• Advanced Workday report writing and interaction with IT/integrations teams
• Must live local to Buffalo, NY area for onsite work

Nice to have

• 7+ years Workday experience across multiple HR modules
• Workday Pro or Certifications
• Experience with Workday release process
• Global support in 10,000+ employee organization
• Manufacturing industry experience
• Mentoring or leading Workday teams

Culture & Benefits

• Financial rewards including profit sharing, 401k matching, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, FSA/HSA
• Work/life balance with flexible PTO, holidays, and parental leave
• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, life, disability, EAP
• Professional development: tuition assistance, mentorship, leadership programs
• Diverse workplace with Employee Resource Groups and cultural events