Workday Engagement Manager

Kainos; Netherlands; Presencial; EUR 90 000 - 130 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Kainos is seeking a Workday Engagement Manager in the Netherlands to lead the complete delivery lifecycle of Workday solutions for customers. You will coordinate with customer business teams and internal delivery units to shape scope, define delivery plans and ensure commercially viable results.

This is a senior, delivery-focused role requiring broad experience in Workday programs. You will manage multiple teams across regions, drive milestones, and align objectives with contractual terms while

Qualificações

• Experience implementing Workday with successful delivery in a consulting setting.
• Hold a Workday PM Certification and familiarity with delivery methodologies.
• End-to-end project management from opportunity to go-live and service.
• Fluent in Dutch and English for client interactions and governance.
• Proven track record in managing geographically distributed teams.

Responsabilidades

• Commercially manage global Workday programmes from pre-sales to handover.
• Serve as the key client interface between functional and technical groups.
• Provide domain insight (HCM, Fin, Payroll) to steer delivery.
• Oversee all project delivery aspects: planning, resourcing, milestones.
• Lead blended teams and drive an integrated delivery culture.
• Agree objectives, milestones and contract terms with the client.
• Document requirements, configurations and tests for transfer.
• Present deliverables to client groups to secure recommendations.
• Identify and act on opportunities to win additional business.

Conhecimentos

Workday

PM Certification

Full lifecycle PM

Dutch language

English language

Client interface

Risk management

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Join Kainos and Shape the Future
At Kainos, we’re problem solvers, innovators, and collaborators - driven by a shared mission to create real impact. Whether we’re transforming digital services for millions, delivering cutting-edge Workday solutions, or pushing the boundaries of technology, we do it together.
We believe in a people-first culture, where your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and your contributions truly make a difference. Here, you’ll be part of a diverse, ambitious team that celebrates creativity and collaboration.
Ready to make your mark? Join us and be part of something bigger.
MAIN PURPOSE OF THE ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES IN THE BUSINESS:
As a Workday Engagement Manager in Kainos, you’ll fully manage the successful implementation of Workday solutions for customers by working closely with customer business teams and internal delivery teams to drive the scope, definition and delivery of solutions that are fit for purpose and commercially viable. You’ll take accountability for the complete delivery lifecycle alongside the sales and capability Solution Architects.
You’ll manage all aspects of your projects, which will typically be either one large, complex project or multiple smaller projects. This will include project planning, resourcing, milestone tracking, commercial management and customer satisfaction.
This is a senior position accountable for the entire delivery lifecycle

Your Key Responsibilities Include

• Commercially managing the implementation of global Workday programmes from pre-sales through implementation to hand over to AMS (Application Management Services).
• Acting as the key client interface between functional and technical teams and the client.
• Pragmatically offering domain experience (HCM, Fins, Payroll or where relevant to a Workday Capability) to provide functional insight and thought-leadership.
• Managing all aspects of project delivery including project planning, resourcing, milestone tracking, commercial management and customer satisfaction.
• Leading and supporting blended teams of colleagues, client and partner resources to share knowledge and develop an integrated delivery ethic.
• Agreeing objectives, outputs, milestones, timescale with client, together with associated contract and commercial terms.
• Identifying requirements, business processes, application configurations, testing plans and other artefacts to be documented to ensure shared understanding and facilitate knowledge transfer.
• Creating well structured & accurate deliverables and presenting to client steering level groups to secure proposed recommendations and agreement.
• Identifying and actioning appropriately opportunities to win business, including negotiating and closing at a senior client level.

What We Are Looking For

• Experience in implementing Workday with direct experience in the successful delivery of solutions within a consulting environment.
• Workday PM Certification
• Working with Workday delivery methodologies
• Full lifecycle project management experience, from initial opportunity through to requirement development / definition, functional solution design, implementation, data-migration, system testing, user acceptance testing, go-live and service management
• Fluent in Dutch and English
• Excellent customer focus, able to assess customer needs, build relationships and manage customer expectations. You will be able to intervene effectively and resolve customer escalations appropriately
• Commercial experience of managing and supporting geographically distributed and blended teams of colleagues, client and partner resources to share knowledge and develop an integrated delivery ethic
• Demonstrable success in identifying and taking appropriate action on opportunities for additional business.
• Ability to work to tight deadlines and make sensible decisions under pressure taking a balanced view of customer demands and Kainos commercials
• Ability to widen and maintain a network of external contacts
• Understanding of risk management and able to manage risk
• Able, if required, to travel to customer sites in the same region (minimal out of region travel may also be required)
• Support the operations function ensure that our consultant pool is used in the most commercially advantageous way, balancing development needs and personal preferences

Nice To Have

• Develop and deliver products/offerings and services that differentiate Kainos in the marketplace
• Identify talent for rapid development within the capability
• Experience of managing, mentoring and developing teams
• PRINCE 2 (or similar) certification
• Strong functional domain expertise including areas such as HR and Finance (including Payroll)

Embracing our differences

At Kainos, we believe in the power of diversity, equity and inclusion. We are committed to building a team that is as diverse as the world we live in, where everyone is valued, respected, and given an equal chance to thrive. We actively seek out talented people from all backgrounds, regardless of age, race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability, or any other characteristic that makes them who they are. We also believe every candidate deserves a level playing field.
Our friendly talent acquisition team is here to support you every step of the way, so if you require any accommodations or adjustments, we encourage you to reach out.
We understand that everyone's journey is different, and by having a private conversation we can ensure that our recruitment process is tailored to your needs.