Manager – Workday, HR Platforms

Canadian Tire Corporation

. Act as the Workday subject matter expert for Scheduling and Time Tracking .

Posted 11/9/2026full-timeToronto • CanadaMid-LevelSenior💰 CA$80,000 - CA$131,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Workday Scheduling and Time Tracking, with a strong focus on configuration, testing, and process improvement. Capable of managing HR technology projects and fostering relationships with stakeholders to enhance operational effectiveness.

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Workday ConfigurationScheduling And Time Tracking ExpertiseHR Technology Project ManagementRequirements Gathering And DocumentationRegression Testing

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Hard Skills

Workday ConfigurationWorkday TestingWorkday TroubleshootingWorkday AutomationRequirements GatheringProcess ImprovementData Flow ManagementFunctional SpecificationsSystem Changes AssessmentEnd-To-End Testing

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsCollaboration Skills

Tools & Technologies

WorkdayHR Technology StandardsGovernance ControlsAccess Management

Certifications & Qualifications

Workday Certification

Industry Keywords

Human ResourcesEmployee LifecycleHCMRecruitingTalent ManagementPayrollBenefitsRetailDistribution CenterHourly Workforce

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Act as the Workday subject matter expert for Scheduling and Time Tracking
Work with vendors and technical partners to maintain Workday configurations and resolve issues that affect data flow
Manage the Workday tenant for optimal usage by business and technical teams
Lead and support Workday’s semi-annual releases to deliver new functionality and enhancements
Lead requirements discussions and document requirements, functional specifications, process flows, and system changes
Configure solutions, or coordinate their configuration, based on approved requirements
Identify gaps between current capabilities and business needs and recommend sustainable solutions
Assess how system changes affect modules, integrations, reports, and business processes
Guide stakeholders on Workday functionality and best practices
Plan and run testing for enhancements, fixes, and releases, including end-to-end test cases and user acceptance testing
Resolve testing defects and maintain regression testing
Simplify HR processes, reduce manual work, and automate processes and testing
Lead or join HR technology projects, managing workstreams from requirements through post-production support
Contribute to the HR technology roadmap
Build relationships with HR business partners, Centers of Excellence, Payroll, HR Operations, and IT
Maintain documentation, ensure changes are tested and approved, follow governance and security controls, and support access management and HR technology standards

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Information Technology, Business, Computer Science, or a related discipline
6 - 8 years of hands-on experience maintaining and enhancing Workday Scheduling and Time Tracking
Strong understanding of Scheduling and Time Tracking business processes, associated data elements, and the employee lifecycle
Demonstrated experience in several or all of these areas: HCM, Recruiting, Talent Management / Performance, Learning, Absence, Payroll, and Benefits
Hands-on expertise with Workday configuration, testing, troubleshooting, and production support
Experience gathering requirements and translating business needs into system solutions
Experience participating in or leading HR technology projects and enhancements
Demonstrated ability to manage relationships with external vendors, consultants, and third-party providers while meeting project deliverables, timelines, and expectations
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills, with an ability to identify and resolve complex, multi-dimensional problems
Ability to work independently, multitask, prioritize competing workloads, and take ownership of deliverables, with strong attention to detail
Ability to work in a fast-paced, results-driven environment
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Exceptional collaboration skills, with the ability to influence and drive change and contribute to operational effectiveness
Willingness to learn, explore, innovate, and think outside the box
Experience with Workday releases and regression testing
Experience with Workday automation and process improvement
Workday certification, particularly in Scheduling and Time Tracking, is an asset
Knowledge of retail, distribution center, and hourly workforce is an asset

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive benefits and retirement programs
Performance incentives
Continuing Education Programs
Other perks to support your well-being
Career growth opportunities
Product discounts
Competitive salaries and wages
Store discounts
Supported learning through the Triangle Learning Academy
Canadian Tire Profit Sharing
Retirement and savings programs for eligible employees
Mental health benefits of $5,000 per year for benefits-eligible employees and their families
Mental health tools and resources for all employees