Workday Product Owner – Talent Acquisition

RaceTrac; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

RaceTrac in Atlanta, GA is seeking a Talent Acquisition Product Owner to lead the strategy and execution of the Talent Acquisition technology roadmap. This role is pivotal for harmonizing HR processes and enhancing the employee experience, working closely with stakeholders across the organization.

Candidates should have strong experience with Workday and a solid background in product strategy within complex, cross-functional environments. The position offers a hybrid work model, allowing flexibility while maintaining collaborative efforts.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in product ownership, HR technology, or related roles.
• Proven experience in driving product strategy in a complex environment.
• Experience with enterprise-level initiatives from concept to delivery.

Responsibilities

• Own the roadmap for Talent Acquisition technology and align it with HR priorities.
• Lead product execution and manage the product backlog effectively.
• Ensure system compliance with regulatory requirements and optimize user experience.

Skills

Product strategy ownership

Talent Acquisition expertise

Workday experience

Agile frameworks knowledge

Analytical mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree or certifications

Tools

Workday

Agile methodologies

Job description

This is not a traditional product role. As the Workday Talent Acquisition Product Owner, you will architect the strategic roadmap for our Talent Acquisition technology ecosystem. You will play a pivotal role in harmonizing business processes, Talent Acquisition workflows, and data architecture to drive informed decision-making and elevate the employee experience. Serving as the executive-facing product leader for Talent Acquisition systems, you will sit within HR while operating at the intersection of strategy, technology, and operations. You will own the roadmap end-to-end, influence HR priorities, and help lead delivery within a scaled Agile environment. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on ownership, brings a strong point of view, and wants to leave a lasting impact on how a growing organization leverages Workday.

What You’ll Do

• Own the Strategy: Collaborate with the stakeholder to evolve the multi-year vision, strategy, and roadmap for Talent Acquisition technology
• Partner with senior HR and business leaders to align product direction with HR priorities and growth goals
• Serve as the voice of the business, influencing decisions across HR, IT, Finance, and external partners
• Establish and track KPIs to measure product success, adoption, and business impact

Lead Product Execution

• Own and prioritize a complex product backlog, balancing strategic initiatives, regulatory needs, and operational improvements
• Lead engagement within the Agile Release Train (ART), including PI planning, sprint execution, and release alignment
• Translate high-level business needs into clear, actionable user stories and scalable solutions
• Ensure high-quality delivery through rigorous testing, validation, and continuous improvement

Drive Integration & Optimization

• Oversee the ecosystem of integrations across Workday, payroll, finance, and third-party benefits providers
• Continuously evaluate system performance, data integrity, and user experience to identify opportunities for optimization
• Champion automation, simplification, and innovation across HCM processes

Elevate The Employee Experience & Governance

• Collaborate with the IT team to design solutions that improve the end-to-end employee journey
• Ensure system compliance with regulatory requirements while minimizing operational friction
• Proactively identify risks and implement scalable governance and controls

What You Bring

• Proven experience owning and driving product strategy in a complex, cross-functional environment
• Deep expertise in Talent Acquisition and supporting technologies
• Strong experience with Workday (highly preferred) or similar HCM platforms
• Demonstrated success operating within Agile frameworks at scale (SAFe or similar)
• Ability to influence senior stakeholders and translate business strategy into technology outcomes
• Analytical mindset with a track record of using data to drive decisions and outcomes

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree or certifications preferred
• 7+ years of experience in product ownership, HR technology, or related roles
• Experience leading enterprise-level initiatives from concept through delivery and optimization preferred

Our Approach to Flexible Work

We operate on a hybrid schedule that balances in-person collaboration with flexibility—allowing our teams to stay connected while doing their best work.

Fueled by Growth, Driven by You

At RaceTrac, our people make the difference. Whether you’re working in a store, at our corporate office, or on the road, you’ll be part of a team that brings energy, innovation, and a passion for serving others every day. We support each other, celebrate wins big and small, and create opportunities for growth at every level. With four operating divisions RaceTrac, RaceWay, Energy Dispatch, and Gulf - there’s always a new challenge to take on and a new path to pursue. Join us and discover how far your career can go.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment with RaceTrac without regard to their race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.