Overview

Job Location:
Japan, Tokyo

Your work days are brighter here.

At Workday, it all began with a conversation over breakfast. When our founders met at a sunny California diner, they came up with an idea to revolutionize the enterprise software market. And when we began to rise, one thing that really set us apart was our culture. A culture which was driven by our value of putting our people first. And ever since, the happiness, development, and contribution of every Workmate is central to who we are. Our Workmates believe a healthy employee-centric, collaborative culture is the essential mix of ingredients for success in business. That’s why we look after our people, communities and the planet while still being profitable. Feel encouraged to shine, however that manifests: you don’t need to hide who you are. You can feel the energy and the passion, it's what makes us unique. Inspired to make a brighter work day for all and transform with us to the next stage of our growth journey? Bring your brightest version of you and have a brighter work day here.

About the Team

The Engagement (Project) Manager will be responsible for ensuring the successful implementation of the Workday solution for large enterprises. The Engagement Manager will drive the client implementation and will be involved in the development of several key project deliverables (e.g., charter, project/staffing plan, issue logs, etc.) and work with the Client project manager to resolve issues that stand in the way of project success. The Engagement Manager will also be responsible for managing to the agreed to budget and delivering the project profitably.

About the Role

The Sr. Engagement Manager will be an expert with the Workday Deployment Methodology. They will lead/manage mid to large deployments and resolve complex issues in creative and effective ways. They will also support executive level expectations by providing internal suggestions to management, based on field experience, as to how to potentially enhance the Workday Deployment Methodology.

About You

The Engagement Manager will be responsible for ensuring the successful deliverables （e.g., charter, project/staffing plan, issue logs, etc.） and work with the Client project manager to resolve issues that stand in the way of project success. The Engagement Manager will also be responsible for managing to the agreed to budget and delivering the project profitably.

Basic Qualifications

  • 3+ years experience of project management with HCM, Payroll, Financial or Student implementations within medium enterprise, large enterprise, higher education and/or state and local governments.
  • 3+years of experience implementing Workday, Oracle, SAP, PeopleSoft or similar applications.

Responsibilities:

  • Become an expert in Implementation Methodology and leverage it on all engagements.
  • Manage the implementation of 1 － 2 simultaneous projects.
  • Demonstrate competency in the product suite － HCM, Recruiting and Learning
  • Participate in the sales cycle when requested to gather requirements, formulate delivery approach and develop a proposal/SOW.
  • Provide guidance and mentoring to those Professional Service resources working on their implementations.
  • Ensure projects are properly planned and staffed.
  • Work with the client project manager to identify/resolve all issues that could impact project scope and/or timeframes.
  • Work with Delivery Assurance to ensure compliance with agreed to checkpoints.
  • Present at Executive Steering Committee meetings.
  • Ensure the client takes advantage of best practices.
  • Be a liaison for professional services when interacting with sales and/or development.
  • Identify opportunities to position other service offerings.
  • Ensure the client can serve as a reference upon completing their implementation.
  • Assist in the transition of the customer from professional services to product support.
  • Ensure the project is delivered within the budget outlined in the SOW.
  • Present client with change orders in the event they're asking us to perform tasks that are outside the scope of the SOW.

Our Approach to Flexible Work
 

With Flex Work, we’re combining the best of both worlds: in-person time and remote. Our approach enables our teams to deepen connections, maintain a strong community, and do their best work. We know that flexibility can take shape in many ways, so rather than a number of required days in-office each week, we simply spend at least half (50%) of our time each quarter in the office or in the field with our customers, prospects, and partners (depending on role). This means you'll have the freedom to create a flexible schedule that caters to your business, team, and personal needs, while being intentional to make the most of time spent together. Those in our remote "home office" roles also have the opportunity to come together in our offices for important moments that matter.

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