Principal HR Technology Analyst

Conagra Brands; Omaha (NE); Hybrid; USD 109,000 - 159,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health

401(k) matching

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible work schedules

Job summary

Conagra Brands seeks a senior, individual contributor to lead HR technology initiatives across the enterprise, focusing on Workday implementations, automation projects, and complex integrations. You will partner with HR, IT, Employee Experience, and automation teams to shape strategy and drive scalable solutions that enhance the employee experience and support growth.

The role requires expert Workday configuration, cross-system alignment, and a proven ability to influence senior stakeholders

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR management, information systems, or related field with 8+ years experience in HRIS/Workday leadership.
• Expert Workday configuration and solution design across multiple HR domains.
• Proven track record leading large-scale HR technology initiatives and influencing senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead enterprise HR technology initiatives including Workday implementations, automation projects, and integrations from strategy to deployment.
• Provide expert guidance on Workday configuration, integrations, architecture, and cross-system alignment.
• Mentor team members and collaborate with IT, HR, and automation teams to deliver scalable solutions.

Skills

Workday leadership

HR technology strategy

Stakeholder management

Enterprise systems integrations

Mergers & acquisitions support

Mentoring / coaching

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR Management or Information Systems

Tools

Workday

Job description

Reporting to the Director, HR Digital Products & Capabilities, you will serve as the most senior individual contributor on the HR Digital Products & Capabilities team, providing expert Workday and Human Resources technology leadership across enterprise initiatives. You will lead complex technology transformations, shape Human Resources systems strategy, simplify business processes, and partner across Human Resources, Information Technology, Employee Experience, and automation teams to deliver scalable solutions that improve the employee experience and support organizational growth.

A Taste of Your Responsibilities

Lead enterprise Human Resources technology initiatives, including Workday module implementations, automation projects, system transformations, and merger and acquisition integrations from strategy through deployment. Develop and evaluate proof-of-concept solutions for emerging Human Resources technologies and capabilities. Drive enterprise-wide business process simplification initiatives that improve efficiency, reduce manual work, and enhance the employee and manager experience. Provide expert guidance on Workday configuration, integrations, architecture, and cross-system alignment to ensure scalable, sustainable solutions. Partner with Information Technology, Employee Experience, and automation teams to align Human Resources technology initiatives with enterprise digital and artificial intelligence strategies. Lead complex merger and acquisition activities, including tenant strategy, data migration architecture, configuration alignment, and readiness planning. Identify and deliver high-impact system enhancements and process improvements across the Human Resources technology ecosystem. Monitor Workday and broader Human Resources technology trends, translating roadmap developments into strategic recommendations. Contribute technical expertise to vendor evaluations, management decisions, and governance standards related to configuration, testing, documentation, and change management. Serve as the highest-level escalation point for complex system issues and lead remediation of recurring or architectural challenges. Mentor team members through knowledge sharing, technical coaching, and cross-training. Represent the Human Resources Digital Products & Capabilities team in cross-functional strategy discussions, communicate recommendations to leadership, and lead agile teams delivering integrated technology solutions.

Ingredients Required for Your Success

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, Information Systems, or a related field, or 8+ years of progressive experience in Human Resources information systems, Human Resources technology, or Workday leadership. Expert-level Workday configuration and solution design expertise across multiple Human Capital Management domains, with experience architecting enterprise-scale solutions. Proven success leading large-scale Human Resources technology initiatives, including implementations, module launches, and cross-functional transformation projects. Experience influencing senior stakeholders, managing vendor relationships, and shaping technology strategy without formal people management responsibility. Experience across the full Human Resources technology lifecycle, including requirements, design, configuration, testing, training, and stabilization. Experience leading merger and acquisition Workday activities, including tenant strategy, data migration, and integration of acquired organizations. Experience developing and evaluating proof-of-concept solutions for emerging Human Resources technologies. Knowledge of modern Human Resources technologies, including employee experience platforms, artificial intelligence-enabled workflows, and enterprise automation tools. Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, agile delivery methods, and project management tools. Strong communication, collaboration, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.

Physical Requirements Not applicable.

This role does not work at or require regular visits to manufacturing facilities.

Number of Days in Office: 3 #LI-Hybrid #LI-MSL #LI-MH1

Compensation

Pay Range: $109,000-$159,000

The annual salary listed above is the expected offering for this position. An employee’s actual annual salary will be based on but not limited to: location, relevant experience/level and skillset, while balancing internal Conagra employees’ equity. Conagra Brands will comply with applicable law regarding minimum salaries for exempt employees.

Our Benefits

• Health: Comprehensive healthcare plans, wellness incentive program, mental wellbeing support and fitness reimbursement
• Wealth: Great pay, bonus incentive opportunity, matching 401(k) and stock purchase plan
• Growth: Career development opportunities, employee resource groups, on-demand learning and tuition reimbursement
• Balance: Paid-time off, parental leave, flexible work-schedules (subject to your location and role) and volunteer opportunities

Our Company

At Conagra Brands, we have a rich heritage of making great food. We aspire to have the most impactful, energized and inclusive culture in food. As a member of our 18,000+ person team across 40+ locations, you are empowered to reach your potential, make an impact and own your career. We're in the business of building champions – within our people and our iconic brands like Birds Eye®, Slim Jim® and Reddi-Wip®.

Our focus on innovation extends beyond making great food, it also reflects our commitment to embracing new solutions that positively impact our team, the communities we serve and the health of our planet.

Foodies Welcome.

Conagra Brands is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, pregnancy, leave status, disability, veteran status, genetic information and/or any other characteristic or status protected by national, federal, state or local law. Reasonable accommodation may be made upon request.

At Conagra Brands, we have a rich heritage of making great food. We aspire to have the most impactful, energized and inclusive culture in food. As a member of our 18,000+ person team across 40+ locations, you are empowered to reach your potential, make an impact and own your career. We're in the business of building champions – within our people and our iconic brands like Birds Eye®, Slim Jim® and Reddi-Wip®.

Our focus on innovation extends beyond making great food, it also reflects our commitment to embracing new solutions that positively impact our team, the communities we serve and the health of our planet.

Foodies Welcome.

Conagra Brands is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, pregnancy, leave status, disability, veteran status, genetic information and/or any other characteristic or status protected by national, federal, state or local law. Reasonable accommodation may be made upon request.