Sr Workday HRIS Analyst, Talent Management & Talent Acquisition (hybrid)

Senior Workday Hris Analyst, Talent Management & Talent Acquisition

The Senior Hris Analyst is responsible for the configuration, maintenance, and optimization of the Workday Human Capital Management system to support business needs and operational efficiency. This role serves as a subject matter expert for the Talent Management, Talent Optimization, Peakon, Talent Acquisition Workday modules. This Senior Hris analyst will lead system projects in these spaces, architect solutions, test, deploy, and develop custom reports and dashboards to support data-driven decision-making. Responsibilities also include managing testing for configuration changes, maintaining end-user documentation, maintaining complex security administration, and contributing to HR reporting strategies and analytics.

The analyst collaborates with stakeholders to assess requirements to match Human Resources policy updates, recommend system enhancements and process improvements, and ensure data integrity across HR operations. We are seeking someone who thrives in a fast paced, autonomous, and team-focused atmosphere with a focus on continuous improvement and simplicity.

Responsibilities include:

• Configure and maintain Workday system functionality, including business processes, reports, data loads, integrations, eligibility rules, calculated fields, and security roles.
• Serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for assigned Workday modules, ensuring the platform meets evolving business and user needs.
• Lead and manage Workday-related projects and enhancements, overseeing scope, timelines, and resource coordination to ensure successful implementation.
• Analyze business processes and recommend system enhancements to improve efficiency, accuracy, and data integrity across HR operations.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders to assess requirements, identify automation opportunities, and provide consultative solutions aligned with organizational strategy.
• Execute and coordinate comprehensive testing efforts for Workday configuration changes, releases, and upgrades to ensure functionality and mitigate risk.
• Design and develop custom reports, hubs, dashboards, and scorecards using Workday reporting tools and calculated fields to support data-driven decision-making.
• Create and maintain end-user documentation, including job aids and training materials, to enhance Workday adoption and system utilization.
• Actively engage in Workday Community forums and user groups to stay informed on system updates, best practices, and potential solutions.

Preferred Experience/Qualifications:

• 5+ years of Workday configurator or systems administrator roles (preferably in Core HCM, Reporting and Analytics, Security, Talent Acquisition, Talent Management)
• Experience with Unions and administering Collective Bargaining Agreements (CBAs)
• 3-5+ years experience in Talent Management, Talent Acquisition, and Peakon Employee Engagement
• Workday experience in EIBs, MOM
• Excellent interpersonal, collaboration, analytical and complex problem-solving skills.
• Strong prioritization, project management, planning and organization skills.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Communicate effectively with cross-functional teams, explain complex concepts, bring business insights, and drive process improvements.

Location: Denver CO

Additional Locations (if applicable): Omaha NE, Plymouth MN

Employment Type: Full time

Competitive Compensation: We provide market-driven base pay, based on skills, abilities, and level of experiences. Our salary ranges are broad, and individual salary will be market competitive based on a candidate's unique set of skills and level of experience. The starting range for this position is $86,200.00 - $114,915.90, with additional earning potential possible commensurate with experience. Additionally, we believe that our team members are the reason for our success and all team members are incentive eligible with a target based on contribution, company performance, and individual results achieved. While the specific bonus plan and target amount will be determined based on the role and breadth of contributions, the targeted bonus plan and targeted percentage amount for this role is Bonus - MIP, 10% Annual.

Benefits: At Ardent Mills we offer a wide range of benefits to our team members and their eligible family members. Some of our great benefit programs you may be eligible for include:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage
• Health and Dependent Savings Accounts
• Life and Disability Programs
• Voluntary Benefit Programs
• Company Sponsored Wellness Programs
• Retirement Savings with Company Match
• Team Member and Family Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Employee Recognition Program with Rewards (RAVE)

Application Deadline: 10/13/2025

EEO Commitment: At Ardent Mills, everyone matters and everyone has a voice. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal opportunities are available to all applicants and team members and the decisions will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, genetic information, veteran status, age, political affiliation, or any other non-merit characteristic protected by law or not. Together, celebrating our differences, we make Ardent Mills.

Recruitment Fraud Disclaimer: At Ardent Mills, the security of our employees and candidates is a priority. We will never request sensitive information such as your bank account information, social security number, or other non-publicly available information during the application and interview process. If someone asks you for sensitive information, we strongly advise that you assume that individual is not affiliated with Ardent Mills. Some things to watch out for:

• Slightly altered or unprofessional email addresses. Ardent Mills' Recruitment team only corresponds from email addresses with the domain first.last.talent@ardentmills.com or first.last@ardentmills.com.
• Vague job requirements or job descriptions. Our open job opportunities and descriptions can be found at ardentmillscareers.com.