Sr. HRIS Analyst - Workday
Orionsteel Open · verified Oct 19, 2026 At a glance
Senior People Operations & HRIS role at Orionsteel. Chicago · full-time · $133,000–$137,000 base.
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What you'll do
- Assess existing business processes and show teams where Workday can improve efficiency and ease of use
- Turn stakeholder needs into documented recommendations, then configure and deliver changes across Workday functional areas
- Handle user questions and difficult system problems, and train business users on functionality and reporting
- Develop reports that help teams use system data, then test biannual Workday releases and advise on relevant updates
What you bring
- At least five years working with Workday HCM in three or more areas, such as Learning, Compensation or Talent
- At least three years of direct HR experience, plus strong knowledge of Workday configurable security
- Strong experience building Workday dashboards, Hubs, complex reports and integrations
- You can use Excel pivot tables and VLOOKUPs and explain technical ideas clearly to nontechnical partners
Who this fits
This senior analyst role suits someone comfortable supporting several Workday areas, solving complex issues, and working with business partners. A bachelor’s degree in HR, business or a related field is preferred. Occasional domestic and international travel may be needed. Applicants must have US work authorization.
From the employer
Job Description and Responsibilities
Orion Steel Group is seeking a Senior HRIS Analyst to join our North American team. The Senior HRIS Analyst is responsible for administering and enhancing the utilization of our HCM system, Workday. Responsibilities for this role include assessing system needs based on business requirements, troubleshooting current configuration, enhancing the overall use of the system, and end user training. The successful candidate will have experience in multiple functional areas of Workday, as well as a developed business acumen which will enable you to create strategic relationships with our users.
- Consult with the organization on current business processes and how the HCM system can help create better system efficiencies and usability
- Create partnerships across business functions to support and deliver enhanced system solutions to the organization
- Work with internal stakeholders to gather and define system requirements, provide recommendations, document changes, and implement solutions
- Support multiple functional areas of the system. Configure and implement business process and system enhancements that support business objectives
- Provide functional and technical support, including answering user questions, and researching and resolving complex issues
- Train business users on system functionality that will drive greater data integrity and overall quality of the system
- Create reporting solutions that enhance the business’ abilities to derive data from the system. Train end-users on reporting capabilities
- Support the Workday bi-annual release process by evaluating and testing new features and recommending changes to stakeholders based on business needs
Requirements
- Strong experience in Configurable Security.
- Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business, or a related field preferred
- 5+ years of experience with Workday HCM in three or more of the following functional areas: Learning, Compensation, Talent
- 3+ years of direct HR experience
- Strong Experience in building Workday dashboards, Hubs, custom complex reports and Workday Integrations.
- Experience with Excel and Data Visualization tools; Excel proficiency should include using pivot tables and v-look ups
- Ability to be a problem solver and propose multiple solutions for business requirements
- Communicate technical concepts in a concise manner to non-technical business partners
- Must be a solid team collaborator with the ability to lead cross functional teams; be willing to share, and receive, knowledge
- Ability to manage partner resources (i.e. service desk and project partners)
- Comfort with ambiguity and proven track record managing multiple, competing priorities simultaneously
- Exceptional attention to detail and strong written and verbal communication skills
- Experience in a manufacturing environment, union experience preferred
- Kronos experience preferred
- Occasional domestic and international travel may be required (passport preferred)
Compensation
$133,000 - $137,000
Our total compensation package includes amazing benefits!
- Competitive wages and bonus opportunities
- Family medical, dental, and prescription coverage at minimal employee cost
- Short and long term disability programs
- Competitive retirement plans
- Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
- Employer-provided and Voluntary Life Insurance options
- Paid vacation and recognized statutory holidays
- Apprenticeship and career advancement within the company
- Tuition reimbursement
- Wellness program
All applicants must be eligible to work in the USA.
While we thank all those who apply, only those being actively considered for employment will be contacted.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Orion Steel Group, L.L.C. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.
Orion Steel Group, L.L.C. is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities.
If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please e-mail careers@orionsteel.com or call: (312) 533-3577. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.