Director, HRIS

Dauch; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Dauch, located in Detroit, MI, is seeking a Director, HRIS to define and execute the global HRIS strategy. In this leadership position, you will manage HR systems, primarily Workday, ensuring integration and optimization across payroll and HR platforms.

The ideal candidate will possess 15+ years of experience in HRIS leadership, showcasing a deep understanding of HR data architecture and vendor management. Join Dauch to contribute to our mission in the automotive industry through innovative HR technology solutions.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in HRIS / HR Technology leadership.
• Deep expertise in HR Systems and experience with Workday preferred.
• Proven track record partnering with IT for system integrations.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute the global HRIS strategy.
• Lead ongoing Workday deployment and optimization efforts.
• Partner with IT and Payroll for system integration.

Skills

HRIS / HR Technology leadership

HR Systems implementation and optimization

HRIS–Payroll integration

Data governance

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR, Information Systems, Business, or related field

Tools

Workday

Job description

Job Description Summary

Dauch is seeking a Director, HRIS to join our world‑class team. This is an outstanding opportunity to be part of a leading company in the automotive industry, where you will have the chance to contribute to the flawless execution of our manufacturing processes. This role is located at our World Headquarters in Detroit, MI.

Job Posting Title

Director, HRIS

Job Description

• Define and execute the global HRIS strategy, aligned with DAUCH’s transformation and integration roadmap.
• Own governance of HR systems, including Workday roadmap, releases, and enhancements.
• Establish standardized data governance, system controls, and reporting structures.
• System Implementation & Integration.
• Lead ongoing Workday deployment, optimization, and stabilization efforts.
• Drive integration of payroll systems into the global HRIS architecture, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency.
• Partner with IT and Payroll teams to enable end‑to‑end system integration across HR and Payroll platforms.
• Identify and implement automation opportunities to improve efficiency and data accuracy.
• Serve as the primary HRIS partner to IT, aligning on system architecture, integrations, and technology roadmap.
• Collaborate closely with HR Transformation teams to enable process standardization and digital enablement.
• Partner with Payroll leadership to integrate disparate payroll systems into a cohesive, scalable model, ensuring alignment between HRIS data structures, payroll requirements and support global payroll harmonization initiatives.
• Act as a strategic advisor to HR leadership and business leaders on technology‑enabled solutions.
• Enable robust HR analytics and reporting capabilities.
• Provide insights to support workforce planning, talent decision‑making, executive reporting (SteerCo, leadership reviews).
• Ensure data integrity across HRIS and payroll systems.
• Manage HR technology vendor landscape (Workday and related third‑party tools).
• Ensure contract performance, cost optimization, and service quality.
• Lead and develop a global HRIS team.
• Foster strong cross‑functional collaboration between HR, IT, Payroll, and Transformation teams.
• Perform other duties as required to support regional and organizational projects and objectives.

Required Skills And Education

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Information Systems, Business, or related field.
• 15+ years of experience in HRIS / HR Technology leadership.
• Deep expertise in HR Systems (implementation, optimization, governance), experience with Workday preferred.
• Strong experience with HRIS–Payroll integration and HR data architecture.
• Proven track record partnering with IT and leading cross‑functional system integrations.
• Experience leading global HRIS teams and multi‑region environments.

EEO Statement

Dauch will not discriminate against any Associate or applicant for employment because of age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. Dauch will take affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed, and that Associates are treated equally during employment, without regard to their age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. For the Disabled Job Seeker: We offer reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled individuals who are applicants for employment. To request assistance or accommodations, please e-mail [e-mail]. Dauch is an equal‑opportunity/affirmative action employer.