Workday Systems Specialist

Solenis is a leading global producer of specialty chemicals focused on delivering sustainable solutions for water-intensive industries, including consumer, industrial, institutional, food and beverage, and pool and spa water markets. Owned by Platinum Equity, the company’s product portfolio includes a broad array of water treatment chemistries, process aids, functional additives, and cleaners and disinfectants, as well as state-of-the-art monitoring and control systems. These technologies are used by customers to improve operational efficiencies, enhance product quality, protect plant assets, minimize environmental impact, and create cleaner and safer environments.  

Headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, the company has 69 manufacturing facilities strategically located around the globe and employs a team of over 16,500 professionals in 130 countries across six continents. Solenis is a 2024 US Best Managed Company, recognized three years in a row.

Employment Type: Full-time

Contract: Contract of employment (PL: Umowa o Pracę)

Office Location: Giełdowa Street 1, Warsaw (near Rondo Daszyńskiego)

Work Mode: Hybrid (3 days in the office / 2 days remote)

Scope of Responsibilities:

• Provides production support for Workday including, but not limited to, researching and resolving issues, unexpected results or process flaws; performs scheduled activities such as system updates and audits; recommends solutions or alternate methods to meet requirements.

• Supports interfaces between Workday and other systems. This includes internal and external targets (for example, benefits and payroll vendor integrations).

• Supports HRIS related projects to include Workday twice-yearly releases as well as future system implementations.

• Supports major HR initiatives such as setup for New Workday Functionality or Integrations and Mergers and Acquisitions by preparing the system through requirements documentation, data gathering, and system loads.

• Serves as a technical 'super user' and administrator of Workday to identify best practices, assesses functionality and system requirements, and recommends process improvements as applicable.

• Works closely with IT support teams (internal and external) to ensure adherence to Solenis policies and procedures, completion of assigned tasks, and provide guidance where applicable.

Qualifications:
Education

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college, or equivalent experience/combined education

Experience

• 5-8 years HR Systems experience

• 3-5 years of Workday experience

Knowledge

• Expertise in Workday Compensation, Advanced Compensation, Benefits, US Payroll, Canadian Payroll, Payroll Interface, Absence Management, Recruiting, Learning, beneficial but not required.

• Expertise with Workday technology and integrations including Workday Studio, Web Services, API, Cloud Connect, PECI, PICOF, Global Payroll Connect, EIB, preferred.

• Understanding of HR processes including understanding of HR system design, structure, and functions.

• Excellent computer skills, e.g. MS Project, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint, etc.

• SQL and XSLT experience preferred

• Previous exposure to project-related activities through active participation in system-related projects.

Licensure & Certifications

• Workday Certification in any HCM/technical area desired but not required.

Behavioral & Technical Skills

• Exceptional troubleshooting and problem-solving skills required.

• Strong organization/project management skills. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple assignments/projects, timelines and to identify project interdependencies, resource needs, potential risks/pitfalls and mitigation plans. Recognized as an integrator and solution provider.

• Ability to exercise sound judgment and confidentiality in handling information and issues that arise while staying within defined policies and practices.

• Possess solid teamwork capabilities and when needed, scales in support of unforeseen assignments and tasks through demonstration of personal initiative.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills. Demonstrated experience in preparing and delivering presentations that convey key concepts and outline recommendations to various levels of management.

• International, global experience preferred.

What We Offer:

• Hybrid working schedule

• Private medical care by Lux-MED

• Life insurance and Travel insurance

• Employee retirement plan (PPE) after trial period

• Sports card (Multisport) - partially employer-funded

• Employee Assistance Program for Employees and Families

How to Apply
Interested? Send us your CV. We look forward to reviewing your application and will reach out if there’s a match to arrange a brief exploratory call. All candidates must be eligible to work in the EU area.

Solenis is proud to be an employer that gives equal consideration to all candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status or disability status.

At Solenis, we understand that our greatest asset is our people. That is why we offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits and numerous opportunities for professional growth and development. So, if you are interested in working for a world-class company and enjoy solving complex challenges, whether in the lab or the field, consider joining our team.

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