Manager, HRIS

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THE VALUE YOU'LL BRING

The position summary states the general nature and purpose of the job. Overall accountabilities are defined in this section. The Manager, HRIS (Workday) leads the functional evolution of the organization's Workday platform—from strategic design and implementation to optimization and governance—ensuring it delivers meaningful insights, seamless experiences, and real business value. Partnering closely with HR, IT, and key business leaders, you'll translate complex needs into scalable, data‑driven solutions that elevate HR operations, empower users, and support strategic decision‑making. As a hands‑on leader, you'll guide and develop a team of HRIS professionals while serving as a trusted Workday expert across modules—driving continuous improvement, innovation, and forward‑thinking solutions across the HR technology landscape.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

The below statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. May perform other duties as assigned. Workday Platform Ownership & Roadmap Leadership

• Lead the administration, configuration, and ongoing evolution of Workday across Core HCM and related modules. Own and drive the HRIS roadmap, aligning priorities with business strategy and ensuring timely, high‑quality delivery. Communicate roadmap progress and milestones clearly to stakeholders, keeping initiatives on track and moving forward Strategic Partnership & Advisory
• Partner with HR Business Process Owners to translate business needs into smart, scalable Workday solutions. Serve as a trusted advisor on Workday capabilities, system design, and best practices. Build strong, collaborative relationships across HR, IT, and the business to support enterprise‑wide initiatives Process Excellence, Optimization & Innovation
• Ensure HRIS standards, processes, and governance are followed throughout system design, testing, and implementation. Identify opportunities to streamline processes, automate work, reduce manual effort, and unlock cost savings. Lead regular business process reviews, recommend improvements, and drive action plans from idea to execution Data Integrity, Efficiency & Enterprise Impact
• Partner with cross‑functional teams to improve efficiency, data consistency, and system reliability. Leverage system insights to influence better decisions and scalable solutions across the organization Continuous Learning & Vendor Management
• Stay ahead of Workday releases, enhancements, and industry trends to continuously improve platform value.

Manage third‑party HRIS support through a managed service provider, ensuring strong performance and accountability

WHAT WE'RE SEEKING

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions. Bachelor's Degree from an accredited four-year college or university and 5+ years of progressive experience in HRIS, information systems, database management or related field, required. Minimum of 2+ years of experience leading and developing high performing teams in a rapidly changing environment. Deep working knowledge in the effective technical support of Workday applications. Thorough understanding of all areas of information in HRIS with a highly technical understanding of at least one industry recognized HRIS product, preferably Workday. Experience across multiple HCM modules, including Onboarding, Recruiting, Compensation, Talent Management, Learning and Benefits Administration, preferred. Excellent analytical and technical skills including expertise in Excel, Word, PowerPoint and HRIS. Strong project management skills to effectively balance competing priorities during project lifecycles

OTHER SKILLS THAT MAKE YOU STAND OUT

Ability to develop positive working relationships with both internal and external vendors and customers. Ability to work well with others in fast paced, dynamic environment. Ability to be respectful, approachable and team oriented while building strong working relationships and a positive work environment.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Provides leadership, development and guidance to HRIS Functional team. Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and assisting in providing appropriate resolutions. Relocation Package Available Yes EEO Information Smithfield is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, protected veterans status, status as a disabled individual or any other protected group status or non-job characteristic as directed by law. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment selection process, please call us at 757-357-1595. At Smithfield, good food starts with good people. "Good food. Responsibly.®" is more than just our tagline; it's what we do. We provide good jobs. We take good care of our animals. We are good stewards of the environment. We do good in our local communities. Smithfield is proud to offer robust, flexible and affordable benefit plans and programs to support our team members and their loved ones, and with out-of-pocket costs, on average, 20 percent less than plans offered by other employers. Beyond our medical plans, our Be Well programs offer tools and resources to enhance your quality of life, at no additional cost. These programs are uniquely tailored to our Smithfield team and provide support for elective surgeries, weight loss, mental health, cancer, kidney disease, diabetes, smoking cessation, asthma, maternity management and more. Our company invests in your future. We offer comprehensive training and professional development programs designed to help you reach your full potential. Through LinkedIn Learning, employees can access on‑demand courses, professional certificates, and skill‑based training to build capabilities aligned with career and business needs. Our partnership with Guild supports your continuing education with tuition assistance covering English language learning, high school completion, and degree programs, while our leadership development initiatives nurture high‑potential talent. We also offer unique benefits like our Smithfield Scholarship Program for employees' children. Smithfield's Education Reimbursement Program provides financial reimbursement to team members who want to further their formal education by obtaining a GED/High School Equivalency (HSE) Diploma or by pursuing an academic degree at an accredited college or university that is not a Guild learning partner. Headquartered in Smithfield, Virginia, since 1936, Smithfield Foods, Inc. is an American food company with a leading position in packaged meats and fresh pork products. With a diverse brand portfolio and strong relationships with U.S. farmers and customers, we responsibly meet demand for quality protein around the world. For more information, visit www.smithfieldfoods.com. We believe in the power of protein to end food insecurity and have donated hundreds of millions of food servings to our communities. Smithfield boasts a portfolio of high-quality iconic brands, such as Smithfield®, Eckrich® and Nathan's Famous®, among many others. For more information, visit www.smithfieldfoods.com and connect with us on Facebook, X, formerly known as Twitter, LinkedIn, and Instagram. Not finding the right fit? Let us know you're interested in a future opportunity by clicking Get Started below or create an account by clicking 'Sign In' at the top of the page to set up email alerts as new job postings become available that meet your interest!