Senior HRIS Advisor – Workday

Saputo Inc.

. Support the implementation and configuration of HR systems aligned with the company’s strategic direction .

Posted 11/2/2026full-timeMontréal • CanadaSenior💰 CA$80,130 - CA$105,170 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Workday configuration and support, with a strong focus on HCM, Recruitment, Reporting, and Security. Capable of conducting data integrity checks, providing HR metrics, and facilitating change management through effective communication and documentation.

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Workday ConfigurationHCM KnowledgeBusiness AnalysisChange ManagementData Integrity Checks

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Hard Skills

WorkdayBusiness AnalysisData Loads (EIBs)HR Metrics/KPI DashboardsReportingData AccuracyTestingDocumentationLean/Agile Management PrinciplesMicrosoft Excel

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsAnalytical SkillsMultitaskingWritten CommunicationOral Communication

Tools & Technologies

SharePointHR SystemsAutomation Tools

Industry Keywords

Human ResourcesRecruitmentHR PrinciplesContinuous ImprovementStakeholder Communication

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the implementation and configuration of HR systems aligned with the company’s strategic direction
Provide support and ongoing knowledge transfer to HR teams to promote optimal system use
Partner with HR on Recruitment, HCM, Reporting and Security, and collaborate with IT and Operations teams on automation, continuous improvement and systems enhancements
Serve as subject matter expert for HCM, Recruitment, Reporting, data loads (EIBs), Security applications and related business processes
Gather business requirements and solve problems with business stakeholders
Act as primary point of contact for data gathering, testing and internal systems teams
Ensure data accuracy and ongoing enhancements of Workday features and functionality
Support end users across management levels, countries, divisions, facilities and locations; resolve issues and implement corrective action plans
Document best-practice recommendations, test scripts, business processes and procedures
Participate in test cycles and publish online help documentation on SharePoint
Provide HR metrics/KPI dashboards and consistent HR business measures to senior leadership
Conduct data integrity checks, audits and reporting
Contribute to change management by communicating and educating key users and impacted populations on system and process changes
Keep current with Workday improvements using Workday Community

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration or a related field
3 to 5 years of hands-on Workday configuration and support
Knowledge of Workday HCM, Recruitment, Reporting and Security
3 to 5 years of experience as a Business Analyst or HR systems related positions
Knowledge of HR principles, practices, and processes drawn from closely working with HR business partners
Great track record in accomplishing business analysis and recommendations with capability to quantify and demonstrate business process efficiencies
Skillful in managing changes effectively and identifying business processes and systems impacts
Experience supporting change management efforts, including training, documentation, and stakeholder communication
Understanding of lean/agile management principles (an asset)
Ability to communicate technical or business information to various audiences in layman’s terms
Advanced user skills with the Microsoft suite, especially Excel
Strong analytical, multitasking and interpersonal skills
Exceptional written and oral communication skills in French, English and ideally Spanish
Ability to communicate and collaborate with colleagues and stakeholders by email and video calls in French and English

Benefits

Comp & perks

Generous and complete benefit coverage with group insurance
Group retirement plan with employer contribution
Telemedicine and assistance program for employees and their families
Employee Share Ownership Plan with an employer match
Paid Parental Leave program
Paid time off: Sick days, floater days and volunteer day off
Opportunity to contribute to a collective RRSP & TFSA
Training and development programs
Saputo Flex Program, flexible work environment (schedule/location/time off) according to department needs
Organized activities for employees and their families
Advantageous discounts on Saputo products