Manager, HR Systems (Workday)

We are seeking a Manager, HR Systems (Workday) to lead the configuration, maintenance, and ongoing optimization of the Workday platform in support of a global, multi-entity organization. This role partners with HR, Payroll, Finance, and IT to ensure Workday effectively supports business processes, delivers accurate data, and provides a strong user experience. Reporting to the Director of HR, this position plays a key role in executing the HR tech roadmap, supporting system-related projects, and driving continuous improvement across Life Fitness / Hammer Strength’s Workday tenant and UKG Dimensions timekeeping instance.

This is a flexible hybrid role, based out of our Global Support Center in Rosemont, IL. The role is primarily remote, with an expectation to come onsite approximately 1-2 days per month for collaboration. #LI-Hybrid

As our Manager, HR Systems, you will:

• Configure, maintain, and support Workday SKUs including HCM, Recruiting, Advanced Compensation, Benefits, Payroll, Time Tracking, Absence Management, Performance, Talent, Peakon Employee Voice, Workday Drive, and Dashboards/Reporting

• Support the execution of the HR tech roadmap in partnership with HR leadership

• Participate in and lead portions of Workday-related projects, including the annual engagement survey, new module implementations, enhancements, process redesign, and system upgrades

• Partner with stakeholders to define business requirements, document processes, and translate needs into scalable system solutions

• Coordinate and execute project activities such as configuration, testing (unit, integration, UAT), data validation, and deployment support

• Participate in Workday bi-annual releases, including impact analysis, testing, and implementation of new functionality; work with HR leadership team to communicate any changes impacting UX/UI to the HR, leader, and employee communities as appropriate

• Identify and implement process and system improvements to enhance efficiency, data accuracy, and user experience

• Develop and maintain standard and ad hoc reports, dashboards, and analytics to support business and HR decision-making

• Ensure data integrity, system security, and adherence to internal controls and global data privacy requirements

• Develop, manage, and execute Workday Enterprise Interface Builder (EIB) integrations, including inbound and outbound data loads, mass updates, and data migrations; troubleshoot and monitor EIB processes to ensure accuracy and reliability

• Partner with HR, Payroll, Finance, and IT stakeholders to troubleshoot issues, support projects, and deliver effective system solutions

• Support payroll and benefits processes through system configuration, testing, and issue resolution

• Maintain and support integrations between Workday and other enterprise systems

• Provide end-user support, training, and documentation to HR teams, managers, and employees

• Troubleshoot system issues, manage tickets, and ensure timely resolution of production support needs

• All other duties and responsibilities as assigned

• 6-8 years of HRIS experience, with a minimum of 3 years hands-on experience with Workday

• Bachelor’s degree in information technology, HR Information Systems, or related field preferred

• Experience configuring and supporting multiple Workday modules (Core HCM required; additional modules strongly preferred)

• Demonstrated experience supporting or leading HRIS or Workday-related projects (e.g., implementations, enhancements, integrations)

• Hands-on experience with Workday EIBs, including building, testing, and troubleshooting inbound/outbound integrations and mass data loads required; experience with other integrations (APIs, etc.) strongly preferred

• Experience participating in testing cycles (UAT, regression, integrations) and system deployments

• Experience supporting HR systems in a multi-site environment required, global experience strongly preferred

• Solid understanding of HR processes across the employee lifecycle

• Experience with Workday reporting and dashboards desirable

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and contribute to project timelines

• Effective communication and collaboration skills across technical and non-technical stakeholders

• Advanced analytical and excel proficiency

Want to take the next step in your career? Life Fitness / Hammer Strength takes pride in our talented employees and believes in providing opportunities for further growth and advancement. We encourage you to test your strengths, push your limits, and unleash your potential. If you feel the position is right for you, we invite you to apply. We’ll work with you closely to support you throughout the hiring process. If your CV/ resume shows that your skills and experience have synergy with the job description, then we’ll hop on a call to get to know you and your experience and discuss the position in more detail. If it’s not the right opportunity this time, we’ll always let you know.

At Life Fitness / Hammer Strength, we believe in taking care of our team with a comprehensive total rewards package that includes competitive pay and a range of valuable benefits. The salary range for this position, intended for U.S. applicants, is $149,400 - $182,500 annually.This position is eligible to participate in Life Fitness / Hammer Strength’s annual Manager Incentive Plan to receive an annual discretionary bonus in addition to base salary. The amount of bonus varies based on company and individual performance goals and is subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan.

Life Fitness / Hammer Strength offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time team members, including, but not limited to: a 401(k) savings plan with 4% employer match; medical, dental and vision insurance, parental, medical and military leaves of absence, paid time off, including 12 paid holidays throughout the calendar year, paid vacation days beginning at 13 days annually, paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, company paid short-term disability and optional long-term disability, health savings account, health care and dependent care reimbursement accounts, employee and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance, hospital indemnity; identity protection, legal services, adoption assistance, tuition assistance, commuter benefits, employee discounts, and an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions. Employees also have access to our state-of-the-art on-site fitness center featuring industry-leading Life Fitness and Hammer Strength equipment, making it easy to support health and wellness before, during, or after the workday. Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies.

Join us as we empower the world to work out, creating healthier lives together.

At Life Fitness / Hammer Strength, we’re not just building equipment - we’re shaping the future of fitness and inspiring healthier lives around the world. As a global leader in commercial fitness equipment, we design and manufacture innovative, high-performance solutions that power workouts everywhere.