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Workday HCM Configuration Analyst

McKesson
Alpharetta, GA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/6/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/12/2026
McKesson is an impact-driven, Fortune 10 company that touches virtually every aspect of healthcare. We are known for delivering insights, products, and services that make quality care more accessible and affordable. Here, we focus on the health, happiness, and well-being of you and those we serve – we care.

What you do at McKesson matters. We foster a culture where you can grow, make an impact, and are empowered to bring new ideas. Together, we thrive as we shape the future of health for patients, our communities, and our people. If you want to be part of tomorrow’s health today, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities:

Technical Configuration and Process Improvements

  • Manage and maintain configuration of the core Workday system, including organizations, security, and business processes for all HR modules.
  • Recommend process improvements and communicate Workday features to internal customers.
  • Serve as technical configuration contact for assigned applications and functional areas.
  • Ensure data integrity, test system changes, write reports, and analyze data flows for improvement opportunities.


Implementation and Support

  • Lead new implementation projects and recurring annual HR processes.
  • Provide production support for internal customer issues. Monitor case management system and ensure resolution within defined SLA’s.
  • Coordinate with third parties and stakeholders like payroll, benefits, and compensation as required.


Integrations and Updates

  • Support HR Shared Service and IT teams in creating data integrations with external systems.
  • Troubleshoot and correct issues with existing integrations.
  • Research and stay updated on Workday features and fixes, including system testing for biannual releases.
  • Maintain up-to-date documentation on system configurations and end-user job aids.


Data Changes and Acquisitions

  • Execute mass data changes, ensuring data integrity and customer service orientation.
  • Support acquisition and divestiture activities by managing worker data records, organizations, security, and related business processes.


Minimum Requirements:

  • 5 years of progressive HRIS or related experience, preferably in a large corporation within a matrixed environment
  • Direct experience with Workday HCM configuration, upgrades, security, and support required (multiple modules)
  • Advanced Microsoft Excel expertise and spreadsheet data management


Critical Skills:

  • Deep understanding of Workday data and structure, business processes, reporting and security capabilities.
  • Ability to manage high volume workload and respond to customer requests.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in fast paced environment.
  • Ability to apply judgment and discretion regarding data privacy.
  • Ability to communicate technical information clearly to HR and business leaders.
  • Familiarity with software development, testing, maintenance, and support.


Additional Skills & Knowledge:

Workday certification preferred

Education:

Bachelor’s degree required with experience in human resources, business analysis, information systems or a related field required.

We are proud to offer a competitive compensation package at McKesson as part of our Total Rewards. This is determined by several factors, including performance, experience and skills, equity, regular job market evaluations, and geographical markets. The pay range shown below is aligned with McKesson's pay philosophy, and pay will always be compliant with any applicable regulations. In addition to base pay, other compensation, such as an annual bonus or long-term incentive opportunities may be offered. For more information regarding benefits at McKesson, please click here.

Our Base Pay Range for this position

$79,500 - $132,500

McKesson has become aware of online recruiting-related scams in which individuals who are not affiliated with or authorized by McKesson are using McKesson’s (or affiliated entities, like CoverMyMeds or RxCrossroads) name in fraudulent emails, job postings or social media messages. In light of these scams, please bear the following in mind:

McKesson Talent Advisors will never solicit money or credit card information in connection with a McKesson job application.

McKesson Talent Advisors do not communicate with candidates via online chatrooms or using email accounts such as Gmail or Hotmail. Note that McKesson does rely on a virtual assistant (Gia) for certain recruiting-related communications with candidates.

McKesson job postings are posted on our career site: careers.mckesson.com.

McKesson is an Equal Opportunity Employer

McKesson provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other legally protected category. For additional information on McKesson’s full Equal Employment Opportunity policies, visit our Equal Employment Opportunity page.

McKesson welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. If you require accommodation please contact us by sending an email to Disability_Accommodation@McKesson.com.

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