WFM Implementation Consultant

Dayforce; Germany (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Dayforce is seeking a WFM Implementation Consultant to join our global consulting practice. You will gather requirements, configure the Dayforce solution, and guide customers through Discovery, Configuration, Testing, and Deployment stages.

You’ll lead sessions, document outcomes, and contribute to organizational readiness efforts while collaborating with customers and internal teams to ensure successful rollouts. Strong German/English and SaaS experience are highly valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• Five+ years in HCM or WFM application consulting.
• Experience with business process mapping.
• Change management experience is an asset.
• Fluency in German and English is a significant advantage.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Experience with SaaS or cloud HRIS solutions.
• Basic SQL understanding is a plus.
• Experience with HRIS/ERP integrations (Dayforce, SAP, Workday, etc.).
• Ability to lead workshops and manage multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Document and validate customer requirements and map to Dayforce functionality.
• Configure Dayforce to meet documented requirements.
• Conduct consulting sessions and document outcomes.
• Provide status updates in internal meetings and deliverables.
• Offer follow-up consulting and assistance in your areas of expertise.
• Lead workshops for customers and internal teams.
• Support Organizational Readiness activities for Dayforce rollout.

Skills

HCM/WFM consultant experience

German and English fluency

Requirement gathering

Change management

Microsoft Office

SaaS/cloud HRIS experience

SQL basics

HRIS/ERP integrations

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Workday

PeopleSoft

JD Edwards

Kronos

Job description

Dayforce is a global human capital management (HCM) company headquartered in Toronto, Ontario, and Minneapolis, Minnesota, with operations across North America, Europe, Middle East, Africa (EMEA), and the Asia Pacific Japan (APJ) region.

Our award-winning Cloud HCM platform offers a unified solution database and continuous calculation engine, driving efficiency, productivity and compliance for the global workforce.

Our brand promise - Makes Work Life Better™- Reflects our commitment to employees, customers, partners and communities globally.

About The Opportunity

As a WFM Implementation Consultant, you will participate in all stages of the implementation lifecycle, including discovery, configuration, testing, deployment, and post-go-live support. Working under the direction of the Project Manager, you may lead one or more implementation activities while supporting customers throughout their implementation journey.

In this role, you will gather customer requirements, configure the Dayforce solution to meet documented business needs, manage customer expectations, provide guidance to Associate Consultants, identify project risks, and communicate issues to the Project Manager. You may also deliver Organizational Readiness consulting in support of the Dayforce Organizational Readiness toolkit.

What You'll Get To Do

• Document and validate customer business requirements and map them to Dayforce functionality.
• Configure the Dayforce application to meet documented customer business requirements.
• Conduct consulting sessions, both virtually and in person, and document outcomes through meeting minutes.
• Attend internal project meetings and provide status updates on activities and deliverables.
• Provide customers with follow-up consulting and general assistance within your areas of expertise.
• Serve as a subject matter resource for specific functional areas for both internal and external stakeholders.
• Work with customers to implement Dayforce Organizational Readiness best practices in preparation for solution rollout.
• Document implementation solutions and contribute to the solutions repository.
• Document best practices and share knowledge across the implementation practice.
• Contribute to internal knowledge sharing by reviewing feedback and responding to questions.
• Participate in continuing education sessions.
• Complete product release training on a timely basis and maintain knowledge of new and enhanced functionality.

Skills And Experience We Value

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• Five or more years of experience in Human Capital Management (HCM) or Workforce Management (WFM) application consulting.
• Experience with business process mapping.
• Change management experience is an asset.
• Fluency in German and English is a significant advantage.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience working with SaaS or cloud-based software solutions, including HRIS systems.
• Basic understanding of relational databases and SQL is an asset.
• Experience with one or more of the following applications: SAP, Workday, PeopleSoft, JD Edwards, Kronos, Workbrain/Infor, RedPrairie/JDA, Ultimate, Oracle HR/Payroll, or Dayforce.
• Ability to successfully implement an HRIS module or similar end-to-end solution.
• Understanding of common Human Capital Management (HCM) business practices.
• Understanding of different industries and how Dayforce implementation best practices apply to customer business practices.
• Strong customer relationship management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and customers simultaneously while balancing priorities.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Ability to lead and facilitate customer workshops and working sessions.

What Would Make You Stand Out

• Experience delivering Organizational Readiness consulting.
• Previous Dayforce implementation experience.
• Experience implementing Workforce Management (WFM) solutions across multiple industries.

What’s In It For You

Dayforce is fueled by the diversity of our talented employees. We are an equal opportunity employer and consider and embrace ALL individuals and what makes them unique. We believe our employees should be happy and healthy, with peace of mind and a sense of fulfillment.

Dayforce encourages personal and professional growth. We offer excellent time away from work programs, comprehensive wellness initiatives and recognition through competitive pay and benefits.

With a commitment to community impact, including volunteer days and our charity, Dayforce Cares we provide opportunities for you to thrive both in your career and personal life. Our focus is not just on your job but on supporting you to be the best version of yourself.

Artificial intelligence may be used in the screening, assessment, or selection of applicants for this position.