What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Project Specialist (Workday) position at Panda Restaurant Group, Inc.?
Summary of Job Description:
The Senior Project Specialist (Workday) is responsible for leading optimization projects to realize the full potential of the Workday Talent and Performance module. This position effectively manages both in-house and other resources to deliver high quality Workday Talent and Performance solutions. The Senior Project Specialist builds alignment around business processes and design, ensuring alignment with Workday Talent and Performance best practices.
You’ll get a chance to:
Leads optimization projects to realize the full potential of the WorkdayTalent and Performance module. Effectively manages both in-house and other resources to deliver high quality Workday Talent and Performance solutions.
Defines project scope, objectives, and deliverables for Workday Talent and Performance implementation projects and participates in and/or leads kick-off meeting and ongoing project meetings, brainstorming best approach with the project team.
Oversees project tasks and activities, establishing milestone dates, assigning responsibilities to team members, and tracking progress. Prepares and delivers regular project status reports to stakeholders. Troubleshoots and offers solutions when challenges arise.
Provides support to business partners during the testing phase to ensure the Talent and Performance functionalities meet their needs and expectations.
Develops detailed technical specifications for Workday Talent and Performance configurations and integrations.
Maintains regular and effective communication with business partners, subject matter experts, and other stakeholders to ensure successful implementation and optimization of the Workday Talent and Performance module.
Builds alignment around business processes and design, ensuring alignment with Workday Talent and Performance best practices.
Analyzes downstream technical impact from backlog resolution and/or release management activities. Provides insights and recommendations to leadership and business partners related to these activities.
Contributes to large cross-functional initiatives and implementations activities.
How we reward you:
Hybrid Work schedule
401K with company match
Yearly bonus opportunity*
Full medical, dental, and vision insurance *
On-site fitness center, biometric screen, and flu shot clinic
Discounts at Panda restaurants, theme parks, and gym memberships
Paid time off starting at 15 days with 7 federal holidays*
Continuous education assistance and scholarships*
Income protection including Disability, Life and AD&D insurance*
Bereavement leave*
*Benefits available for eligible permanent full time associates
Your background and experience:
Bachelor’s degree in business, IS or related field required
Minimum five years of relevant experience, preferably in a retail/hospitality operations environment
Successful completion of initial and periodically required trainings.
Obtaining a valid Food Handler's Card within 30 days of employment is a requirement of this position.
Pay Range: M3: $90,000 - $126,500/ Annual
* Within the range, individual pay is determined using various factors, including work location and experience.
Panda Strong since 1983:
Founded in Glendale, California, we are now the largest family-owned American Chinese Restaurant concept in America. With close to 2,300 locations globally, we continue our mission of delivering exceptional Asian dining experiences by building an organization where people are inspired to better their lives. Whether it’s impacting our team or the communities we work in, we’re proud to be an organization that embraces family values.
You’re wanted here:
We value diversity in all forms and know the strength it brings. Workplace equality allows for creative ideas to bloom, diverse points of view to be heard, and improves overall happiness. We like the sound of that.
Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal opportunity, and does not discriminate on the basis of any characteristic protected by law, including but not limited to sex/gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related conditions), gender expression, race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, and veteran status. Additionally, Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. complies with all federal, state, and local laws regarding requests for workplace accommodations. If there is a reason you believe you require an accommodation, please reach out to our accommodation team vie email at PandaLOA@PandaRG.com.
Salary : $90,000 - $126,500
