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Director, HR Information Systems (HRIS)
- Boucherville, QC, Canada
Full-time
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At RONA, our employees let their passion blossom every day. Our teams are driven by the desire to help people bring their projects to life and are committed to making a difference in the communities we serve.
We operate or service corporate and affiliated dealer stores. With a distinctive product and service offering and complementary store formats ranging from neighbourhood hardware stores to big box stores, our RONA+, RONA and Dick’s Lumber banners are well equipped to help meet the needs of all DIYers and contractors.
You’ve got the talent? We’ve got the tools! Here, your work and ideas will contribute to building a flourishing organization. Your voice will always be heard and valued. You’ll find career opportunities that live up to your ambitions and be able to further develop your unique set of skills.
So, if you’re looking to do what you love, we could be a perfect match.
Our expectations
Reporting to the Senior Director, Total Compensation & HR Operations, the selected candidate will act as a strategic leader for the HRIS function across the organization. The Director will define the vision, governance and roadmap for HR technologies while ensuring the evolution of HR administration services supporting the associate life cycle.
Responsible for the HR technology ecosystem, analytics, automation and continuous process improvement, the Director will contribute to operational efficiency, the quality of the associate experience and the achievement of business priorities.
Your role
Strategic leadership and transformation
RONA is committed to encouraging diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of race, colour, religion, sexual orientation, gender, nationality, age, disability, or any other protected status.
We operate or service corporate and affiliated dealer stores. With a distinctive product and service offering and complementary store formats ranging from neighbourhood hardware stores to big box stores, our RONA+, RONA and Dick’s Lumber banners are well equipped to help meet the needs of all DIYers and contractors.
You’ve got the talent? We’ve got the tools! Here, your work and ideas will contribute to building a flourishing organization. Your voice will always be heard and valued. You’ll find career opportunities that live up to your ambitions and be able to further develop your unique set of skills.
So, if you’re looking to do what you love, we could be a perfect match.
Our expectations
Reporting to the Senior Director, Total Compensation & HR Operations, the selected candidate will act as a strategic leader for the HRIS function across the organization. The Director will define the vision, governance and roadmap for HR technologies while ensuring the evolution of HR administration services supporting the associate life cycle.
Responsible for the HR technology ecosystem, analytics, automation and continuous process improvement, the Director will contribute to operational efficiency, the quality of the associate experience and the achievement of business priorities.
Your role
Strategic leadership and transformation
- Define and implement the organization’s HRIS vision, strategy and roadmap.
- Ensure governance of the HR technology ecosystem and prioritize investments based on business needs.
- Advise HR leaders and business partners on digital transformation and process optimization opportunities.
- Monitor emerging trends in HR technology, artificial intelligence, automation and analytics.
- Assess the business benefits and return on investment of HR technology initiatives.
- Lead the evolution and optimization of the HR systems portfolio, including Workday and related platforms.
- Establish standards, processes, controls and governance mechanisms to ensure the integrity, security and compliance of HR data.
- Collaborate with HR teams, IT and external partners to ensure optimal alignment of technology solutions.
- Lead the planning, prioritization and execution of roadmap projects.
- Oversee system implementations, enhancements, upgrades and technology integrations.
- Ensure rigorous management of budgets, timelines, risks and the achievement of expected benefits.
- Develop and implement an HR data strategy that supports data-driven decision-making.
- Define the operating model for HR analytics and organizational performance indicators.
- Lead automation, robotization and artificial intelligence initiatives aimed at increasing operational efficiency.
- Ensure the governance and evolution of HR administrative processes in order to support an efficient, consistent and compliant associate experience across the organization.
- Define service orientations, service standards and performance indicators related to HR administration activities.
- Ensure the optimization, automation and continuous improvement of HR administrative processes by leveraging the capabilities of technology platforms.
- Ensure governance of the processes and systems supporting the full administrative associate life cycle, from hire to departure.
- Ensure the integrity, quality and compliance of data associated with associate records.
- Identify and implement opportunities to simplify, automate and improve HR administrative processes.
- Ensure the effectiveness of administrative support mechanisms for associates, managers and HR partners.
- Ensure the evolution of practices, procedures and tools to meet operational needs and improve the user experience.
- Analyze recurring trends and issues in order to guide continuous improvement actions.
- Ensure governance and optimization of HR transactions performed in Workday.
- Ensure the standardization, compliance and efficiency of transactional processes.
- Collaborate with HR teams, IT and business partners to maximize the use of Workday, improve the user experience and increase process automation.
- Engage, develop and coach the team to ensure the development of current and future expertise.
- Foster a culture of innovation, continuous improvement and operational excellence.
- Ensure that the team has the skills and tools required to support the evolution of the function.
- Bachelor’s degree in administration, information technology, human resources or a related field.
- Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in HRIS, HR technology or digital transformation.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience managing teams and project portfolios.
- Recognized expertise in Workday solutions and the HR technology ecosystem.
- Experience in data governance, HR analytics, artificial intelligence and automation.
- Experience in continuous improvement and supporting change initiatives.
- Ability to collaborate with leaders at various levels and build effective partnerships.
- Strategic vision combined with a strong ability to execute.
- A childcare centre that can accommodate up to 78 children
- A cafeteria with a delicious menu prepared by a dedicated chef, healthy options, as well as FARO Roasting Houses and Tim Hortons coffee stations
- Electric car charging stations
- A fitness centre, sports activities, and showers
- Exclusive employee discounts, plus a 10% discount on store merchandise (at all RONA locations)
- Benefits: retirement savings plan, annual bonuses, student incentive program, etc.
- Access to the GreenShield+ telemedicine platform, including virtual consultations with healthcare professionals and pharmacy services
- Career growth opportunities within the company
- An inclusive and safe working environment
- Promotion of work-life balance
- An employer that’s involved in the community
- And much more!
RONA is committed to encouraging diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of race, colour, religion, sexual orientation, gender, nationality, age, disability, or any other protected status.
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Responsibilities
Lead the HRIS strategy, technology roadmap, governance, and project portfolio, including the optimization of Workday and related platforms. Oversee HR data and analytics, automation and AI initiatives, administrative processes and associate lifecycle transactions, while developing the team and improving service quality and operational efficiency.
Requirements
Requires a bachelor’s degree in administration, information technology, human resources, or a related field, at least 10 years of progressive HRIS, HR technology, or digital transformation experience, and at least 5 years managing teams and project portfolios. Candidates should have recognized Workday expertise and experience in data governance, HR analytics, AI, automation, continuous improvement, and change initiatives, along with strategic execution and collaboration skills.
Skills
- HRIS Strategy
- Workday
- HR Technology Governance
- Project Portfolio Management
- HR Data Governance
- HR Analytics
- Artificial Intelligence
- Automation
- Process Improvement
- Digital Transformation
- Change Management
- Budget Management
- Team Leadership
- Data-Driven Decision-Making
- Stakeholder Collaboration
Benefits
- Childcare Centre
- Cafeteria
- Electric Vehicle Charging Stations
- Fitness Centre
- Sports Activities
- Showers
- Employee Discounts
- Retirement Savings Plan
- Annual Bonuses
- Student Incentive Program
- Telemedicine
- Career Growth Opportunities
- Inclusive and Safe Working Environment
- Work-Life Balance
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Categories
- Human Resources
- Technology
- Management & Leadership
- Data & Analytics
- Retail
Keywords
- HRIS
- Workday
- HR Technology
- HR Technology Ecosystem
- HR Data Strategy
- Data Governance
- HR Analytics
- Organizational Performance Indicators
- Artificial Intelligence
- Automation
- Robotization
- Digital Transformation
- Process Optimization
- Continuous Improvement
- Project Portfolio Management
- System Implementations
- System Upgrades
- Technology Integrations
- Information Technology
- HR Administration
- Associate Lifecycle
- Workday Transactions
- Data Integrity
- Data Security
- Compliance
- Change Management
- Return on Investment
- Operational Excellence
- Team Management
- Retail