Program Manager HRIS Cleveland-Cliffs Inc $120,000-$135,000 paid time off United States, Ohio, Cleveland 200 Public Square, Suite 3300 (Show on map) Sep 15, 2026

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Cleveland, OH Cleveland-Cliffs is actively seeking a Workday Program Manager to support our growing organization, based at our Corporate Headquarters in Cleveland, OH. The person in this role will serve as second-in-command to the HRIS Manager, providing operational leadership, decision support, and continuity of service across all Workday functional areas, with primary accountability for Core HCM and Security. Summary of Responsibilities Responsible for process improvements and assisting in the support of various areas in Workday, including but not limited to Core HCM, Compensation, Absence, Payroll, Talent, Performance Management, Time Tracking, Benefits, and Integrations

Serve as a strong consultative partner to HR Business Partners in service delivery

Test, validate, and implement Business Process, Condition Rule, and Eligibility Rule changes in Workday

Work to meet expected business performance goals by providing a full range of customer service

Participate in scheduled and ad hoc training in order to improve policy and process acumen

Analyze, design, and build new custom reports using standard Workday reporting functionality (ex: Report Writer, Calculated Fields)

Identify, document, and mitigate single points of failure within HRIS by establishing backup coverage, cross-training, and standard operating procedures for critical processes

Other duties as assigned Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience

A minimum of five years of Workday experience or training Preferred Qualifications Demonstrated experience managing high-risk HRIS processes, including system security, payroll-impacting configurations, and business process governance

Experience serving as a backup for HRIS/Workday administration in a complex environment

Strong understanding of access controls, audit requirements, and system risk management

Understanding of HR operations and supervisory experience working with employee data management

Ability to lead projects

Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact with HR, Payroll, Benefits, and IT clients

Ability to accurately collect information in order to understand and assess the clients' needs and situation

Strong attention to detail

Ability to prioritize workload and provide timely follow-up and resolution

Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple projects

Advanced Excel skills

HR functional experience preferred

Supervisory or Managerial experience The salary range for this role is $120,000-$135,000. An employee's pay within the salary range will be based on numerous factors, including but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, experience, skills, geographic location, and business or organizational needs. Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. is the largest flat-rolled steel company and the largest iron ore pellet producer in North America. The Company is vertically integrated from mined raw materials, direct reduced iron, and ferrous scrap to primary steelmaking and downstream finishing, stamping, tooling, and tubing. We offer an excellent total compensation package including competitive pay with variable compensation opportunity, health insurance, retirement, paid time off, and more. Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail tocareers@clevelandcliffs.comor call 1-(312) 899-3097 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Do not email your application materials to this email address. Application materials sent to this email address will not be considered. Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. is an equal opportunity employer - M/F/Veteran/Disability. We are a drug-free workplace and conduct pre-employment screening as a condition of employment.