Senior Workday Specialist - Core Hcm

Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp

Hybrid
2+ years workday core hcm configuration experience
Experience with servicenow or jira service management
Minimum 2 years leading user acceptance testing
Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp is seeking a Senior Workday Specialist focused on Core HCM solutions to enhance their HR technology capabilities through AI-driven automation and continuous improvement. The ideal candidate will possess strong HR functional knowledge and technical skills, particularly in Workday Core HCM, and will thrive in a collaborative, matrixed environment

Job Summary

  • This role focuses on configuring and supporting Workday Core HCM while evolving to incorporate AI-enabled solutioning across the HR technology stack.
  • The ideal candidate will act as a functional subject matter expert, managing system changes, integrations, and bi-annual upgrades in a matrixed environment.
  • Candidates must possess strong analytical skills to resolve complex business problems and present technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

Matching Summary

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Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp is seeking a Senior Workday Specialist focused on Core HCM solutions to enhance their HR technology capabilities through AI-driven automation and continuous improvement. The ideal candidate will possess strong HR functional knowledge and technical skills, particularly in Workday Core HCM, and will thrive in a collaborative, matrixed environment.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 2+ years Workday Core HCM configuration experience
  • Experience with ServiceNow or Jira Service Management
  • Minimum 2 years leading user acceptance testing
  • Solid understanding of GDPR and data privacy laws
  • Ability to translate business requirements into technical specs

Nice-to-have

  • Interest in AI-enabled HR solutions and automation
  • Familiarity with Compensation, Time & Absence modules
  • Experience supporting global payroll integrations
  • Knowledge of regional privacy regulations beyond GDPR
  • Background in Mergers and Acquisitions support

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree with minimum 4 years relevant experience OR high school diploma with 6 years
  • 2+ years hands-on Workday Core HCM configuration experience
  • Minimum 2 years experience leading end-to-end system testing

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