People Data Analytics Operations Manager

A life sciences organization is seeking a People Data Analytics Operations Manager to support workforce reporting, HR analytics, and dashboarding. The position focuses heavily on Workday reporting, data quality, and independently delivering information requested by HR and business stakeholders.

The successful candidate will serve as a hands-on reporting and analytics resource, working closely with HR functional teams to understand business needs, investigate data sources, develop reports, and communicate findings. This role requires strong judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to work through complex requests without detailed instructions.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Create, maintain, enhance, and troubleshoot Workday reports and related reporting solutions.
• Support HR dashboards and workforce visualizations using Qlik or comparable tools.
• Independently manage ad hoc and recurring reporting requests from HR leadership and business stakeholders.
• Gather reporting requirements and coordinate with appropriate functional teams.
• Investigate HR data, identify discrepancies, and validate reporting accuracy.
• Support workforce metrics, internal controls, audits, and applicable state and federal reporting.
• Develop summaries and insights that support informed HR decision-making.
• Maintain reporting documentation, operating procedures, and data quality standards.

Data Analysis, Operations Management, Operational Audit, Biology, Operational Audit, Reporting Dashboards, Human Resources Analytics, Data Analysis, Operations Management, Data Quality, * 5 to 10 years of progressive HR data, analytics, or reporting experience.

• Strong hands-on Workday reporting and troubleshooting expertise.
• Experience with Workday Report Writer, Advanced Reporting, or related capabilities.
• Strong dashboarding experience with Qlik, Tableau, or comparable platforms.
• Knowledge of HR information systems and employee data structures.
• Experience independently managing reporting requests and stakeholder expectations.
• Strong data validation and analytical problem-solving skills.
• Excellent Excel proficiency and clear written and verbal communication.
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Analytics, Information Systems, Statistics, or a related field.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

• Direct Qlik reporting and dashboard development experience.
• Workday Reporting or Pro certification.
• Experience with HR compliance, audit, or regulatory reporting.
• Previous experience in life sciences or another regulated industry.
• Exposure to AI-enabled analytics or emerging HR reporting capabilities.