At Novanta Corporation, we are looking for a Senior Manager, HCM Systems to drive strategic HCM transformation at the intersection of HR and IT. You will shape systems that directly support both our people and business goals, playing a key role in elevating user experience, enhancing compliance, and embedding emerging technologies like AI into Workday.
What You'll Do
- Take ownership of a multi-year roadmap for Workday HCM, aligned with business strategy and IT architecture.
- Innovate and optimize by leading configuration, feature roll-out, and system enhancements.
- Build stakeholder partnerships across HR, IT, and business leaders to elevate system usage, data integrity, and user experience.
- Ensure compliance and security while aligning with regulatory requirements and data policies.
- Drive tech integration, identifying opportunities for automation and generative AI within HCM workflows.
- Manage relationships with vendors and internal teams to deliver timely, scalable solutions.
- Guide change management, supporting HR and IT during system upgrades and new feature implementations.
What We're Looking For
- 5–8 years of hands-on Workday or HCM platform leadership.
- Demonstrated success in system transformation and feature deployment.
- Strong technical fluency and project leadership.
- Ability to translate technical details for non-technical audiences.
- Proven ability to work collaboratively and drive impact across functions.
Nice to Have
- Workday, Oracle HCM, or other HRIS platform certifications.
Technical Stack
- Workday HCM
Team & Environment
This role sits within the Corporate & Shared Services function and reports to the CIO.
Benefits & Compensation
- Compensation range: $151,030 to $241,670 annually.
- Full range of medical, financial, and other benefits.
Work Mode
This is a remote position open to candidates located in the U.S.
Novanta is proud to be an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action workplace. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, military and veteran status, disability, genetics, or any other category protected by federal law or Novanta policy.
