Senior People Systems Specialist - Integrations

Brown-Forman; Louisville (KY); Hybride; USD 95 000 - 130 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Brown-Forman in Louisville, KY is seeking a Senior People Systems Specialist to lead Workday integrations globally. You will act as a key internal consultant to HR stakeholders, drive improvements, and partner with Total Rewards, HR Operations, Analytics, Payroll, and Global HR Business Partners to maximize our Workday investments.

You will architect and implement integrations using Workday Studio, EIB, Core Connectors, and Cloud Connectors, develop advanced reports, and ensure smooth payroll

Qualifications

• 18 months of hands-on experience with Workday design, configuration, training, and support in a cloud solution environment.
• Experience with workflow analysis and translating into software functionality.
• Proven project management experience and leading technology implementations.
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative and work independently.
• Fluent in English (reading, writing, speaking).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

Responsabilités

• Architect and build high-quality Workday integrations using Workday Studio, EIB, Core Connectors, and Cloud Connectors.
• Create and maintain advanced Workday reports (Advanced, Matrix, Composite) and Calculated Fields.
• Write and maintain custom XSLT and XML transformations to format data according to vendor specifications.
• Monitor daily integration schedules, troubleshoot failures, and support functional users during critical business cycles (e.g., payroll processing, open enrollment).
• Lead technical testing for semi-annual Workday feature releases, tenant updates, and patch deployments.
• Partner with HR, Payroll, IT, and external vendors to gather requirements, map data fields, and translate business needs into technical solutions.
• Create and maintain comprehensive business and system process documentation, technical specifications, and test scripts.
• Stay current with new and emerging trends in software and hardware, particularly those related to Workday and other HR systems.

Connaissances

Workday integrations

Project management

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

English fluency

Outils

Workday Studio

EIB

Core Connectors

Cloud Connectors

XSLT/XML transformations

Description du poste

The working style for this role is 4 days a week in the Louisville, KY office and Fridays remote.

Quote from Hiring Manager

At Brown-Forman, we believe in the power of collaboration and empowering our people to bring their best selves to work. In this role, you'll not only be a Workday expert but also a crucial partner to our global HR teams. You'll have the opportunity to build strong relationships, drive meaningful change, and be part of a company that values its employees. Join us in shaping the future of our HR technology.

Meaningful Work From Day One

The Senior People Systems Specialist will serve as a key member of the People Technology team, responsible for the analysis, design, implementation, and maintenance of Workday integrations globally. This role acts as an internal consultant to global HR stakeholders and requires deep expertise in Workday related modules, and reporting tools. The Senior Specialist will lead projects, provide advanced-level support, and drive process improvements related to HR technologies. This individual will partner closely with various business units, including Total Rewards, HR Operations and Analytics, Payroll, and Global HR Business Partners, ensuring alignment and optimization of our Workday investment.

What You Can Expect:

• Architect and build high-quality Workday integrations using Workday Studio, Enterprise Interface Builders (EIB), Core Connectors, and Cloud Connectors.

• Create and maintain advanced Workday reports (Advanced, Matrix, Composite) and Calculated Fields to support integration logic and business audits.

• Write and maintain custom XSLT and XML transformations to format data according to vendor specifications.

• Monitor daily integration schedules, troubleshoot failures, and support functional users during critical business cycles (e.g., payroll processing, open enrollment).

• Lead technical testing for semi-annual Workday feature releases, tenant updates, and patch deployments to ensure integrations and functional processes remain uninterrupted.

• Partner with HR, Payroll, IT, and external vendors to gather requirements, map data fields, and translate business needs into technical solutions.

• Create and maintain comprehensive business and system process documentation, technical specifications, and test scripts.

• Stay current with new and emerging trends in software and hardware, particularly those related to Workday and other HR systems.

What You Bring to the Table:

• At least 18 months of hands‑on experience with Workday design, configuration, training, and support in a cloud solution environment.

• Experience with workflow analysis and translating into software functionality.

• Proven experience in project management and successfully leading technology implementation initiatives.

• Demonstrated ability to take initiative and work independently

• Fluent in English (reading, writing, speaking, listening)

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

What Makes You Unique:

• Functional Workday Knowledge: Strong understanding of Workday functional modules, specifically Workday Payroll and Core HCM (Benefits, Absence, or Compensation a plus).

• Advanced Reporting: Proven experience building Advanced Reporting, Calculated Fields, and utilizing custom reports as data sources for integrations.

• Workday Certifications: Workday Pro or Partner certifications in Integrations, Studio, or Payroll are highly desirable.

• Extended Tech Stack: Familiarity with middleware/iPaaS platforms (e.g., MuleSoft, Boomi) or PRISM.

Who We Are

We believe great people build great brands. And we know there is Nothing Better in the Market than a career at Brown-Forman. Being a part of Brown-Forman means you will grow both personally and professionally. You will have the opportunity to solve problems, seize opportunities, and generate bold ideas. You will belong to a place where teamwork matters and where you are encouraged to bring your best self to work.

What We Offer

Total Rewards at Brown-Forman is designed to engage our people to ensure sustainable and profitable growth for generations to come. As a premium spirits company, we offer equitable pay structures for individual and company performance alongside a premium employee experience. We offer a range of premium benefits that reflect our company values and meet the needs of our diverse workforce.

#LI-Hybrid

Brown-Forman Corporation is committed to equality of opportunity in all aspects of employment. It is the policy of Brown-Forman Corporation to provide full and equal employment opportunities to all employees and potential employees without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, veteran status, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability or any other legally protected status.

Business Area: Global People & Communications

Function: IT/HR

City:Louisville

State: Kentucky

Country: USA

Req ID: JR-00010462