Manager, HR Systems (Workday)

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.    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 CHRO, 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 hybrid role, based out of our Global Support Center in Rosemont, IL   –   M/F are remote and Tu-Th are in-office collaboration days #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   What Life Fitness / Hammer Strength is looking for in our Manager, HR Systems:   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     At Life Fitness / Hammer Strength,  we think customer first ,  play as one team , and  raise the bar on fitness innovation —in the gym and in every corner of our facilities. We  persevere and get it done , with a clear purpose to  inspire each other to live healthier lives . If you’re ready to bring out the best in people while powering the future of fitness manufacturing, we invite you to apply.   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 opportun