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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Manager - HRIS Programs - **Company:** Michaels Stores, Inc. - **Location:** Irving, TX, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Data Analysis, System Configuration, Data Cleansing, Data Integrity, Human Resources Information System (HRIS), Microsoft Office, Pivot Tables, Microsoft PowerPoint, Release Management, Systems Architecture, Systems Integration, Workday HCM, Advanced Reports, HR Software, Build Management, Workday HRIS, Tools for Reporting, Workday, Custom Reports - **Published:** August 29, 2026 - **Apply:** https://michaels.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/External/job/Irving-Irving-Corporate-Office-3939-West-John-Carpenter-Freeway/Manager---HRIS-Programs_R00322775 ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in Business Information Systems, Human Resources, or other related field or equivalent work experience Minimum Special Certifications or Technical Skills * Workday Core HCM experience is strictly required. * Demonstrated hands-on proficiency configuring and managing multiple Workday modules (Recruiting, Talent & Performance, Security, and Advanced Reporting). * Advanced Excel skills (VLOOKUPs, pivot tables, data cleaning). * Ability to design and build complex custom reports, calculated fields, and dashboards in Workday. Minimum Type of Experience the Job Requires * 8+ years of HRIS system analysis experience is required * 4+ years of Workday experience is required, including business processes, integrations, and HCM transactions * Requires strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret business requirements to technical solutions and business process mapping * Leadership or senior role within an HRIS team Other * Ability to communicate with both technical and business audiences, identifying and articulating user issues/resolutions * Must come from a fast-paced, high-volume environment with the ability to handle a busy workload, flexibility with working hours based upon projects, and established deadlines * Excellent attention to detail, with speed and accuracy Preferred Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Preferred Education * Bachelor's degree in Business Information Systems, Human Resources, or other related field or equivalent work experience Preferred Special Certifications or Technical Skills * Workday Core HCM Certification (or advanced module-specific certifications). * Experience/ Knowledge of other ERP reporting tools * Experience leading or heavily contributing to at least one full-lifecycle Workday HCM implementation. * Systems architecture mindset: Ability to understand downstream impacts across modules, integrations, and reporting when executing configuration changes or designing new processes. * Advanced proficiency across the broader Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint, Word)., * Retail HRIS experience with over 10,000+ employees * Strong analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting abilities * Strong data analysis acumen and focus on accuracy and attention to detail. ## Description As the Manager - HRIS Programs, you will serve as a critical operational and strategic leader within our Human Resources Information Systems team. Reporting directly to the Director of HRIS, you will own the day-to-day execution, administration, and optimization of our enterprise Workday ecosystem, serving as a versatile subject matter expert who can seamlessly pivot across modules while connecting tactical configuration to broader business strategy. This role balances hands-on technical module ownership-spanning Core HCM, Recruiting, Talent & Performance, Advanced Reporting, Security, and Release Management-with direct people leadership. You will lead day-to-day HRIS operations and mentor technical team members while partnering closely with cross-functional leaders to scale processes, maintain SOX compliance, and drive continuous system improvement. Major Activities * System & Module Ownership: Serve as the subject matter expert and primary operational owner for key Workday modules, including Core HCM, Recruiting, Talent & Performance, Advanced Security, Reporting, and Release Management. * Release & Change Management: Oversee biannual Workday releases, evaluating new features, testing updates, and ensuring strict adherence to Change Control and SOX compliance requirements. * People Leadership & Development: Directly manage and mentor team members, delegating configuration and operational tasks effectively to maintain high throughput and system performance. * Advanced Configuration & Troubleshooting: Act as the technical point-of-contact and escalation path for complex system issues, security troubleshooting, cross-functional data errors, and intricate process modifications. * Advanced Report Building & Analytics: Oversee and execute the design, development, and delivery of complex custom reports, calculated fields, scorecards, and dashboards to support enterprise-wide data needs. * Compliance & Data Integrity: Ensure all HRIS activities comply with organizational policies, internal controls, and external regulations through rigorous reporting, auditing, and functional controls. * Process Improvement & Optimization: Identify recurring system or data gaps, proactively recommending efficiency gains and championing a culture of continuous process improvement. * Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with the broader HR team, IT, and Payroll to analyze work process flows, implement best practices, and deliver seamless service to the business community and executive leadership. * Testing & Documentation: Spearhead comprehensive user acceptance testing (UAT), ensure robust documentation for all configurations and reporting requests, and secure proper approvals. 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