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Lead Workday HRIS Analyst

Alpharetta, Georgia, Irving, Texas Job ID JR0141772 Category HRIS, Information Technology Post Date Jan. 14, 2026
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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.

Job Title: Lead HRIS Analyst

Current Need:

The Lead HRIS Analystwillbe responsible forWorkday HCM configurations, upgrades, security, and support.  Consults with stakeholders to understand the structure, policies, and operations of the organization andrecommendsWorkday solutions that enable the organization to achieve its goals. Ensuresalignment and awareness of future Workday functionality releases andensuressuccessfulimplementation. Executes mass changes such as re-organizations, acquisitions,divestitures. Bea mentor to provide guidance andtimelyfeedback for other configurators. Work individually or within project teams andparticipatein all phases of the development life cycle, including requirements gathering, design, development, testing, deployment, transition, and support; set expectations anddeterminethe timing of availability and delivery of projects.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Recommends process/customer service improvements, innovative solutions, and policy changes. Utilizes technology as a lever tofacilitatebusiness process improvements for end users. Serves asliaisonwith third parties and other stakeholders, such as payroll, benefits, and compensation. Manages projects and annual process cycles andhelpdesign solutions.

  • Serves as technicalconfigurationcontact for assigned applications and functional areas, ensures data integrity, conducts testing of system changes, performs report writing, and analyzes data flows for process improvement opportunities.

  • Leads new implementation projects and recurring human resources processes.

  • Manages andmaintainsconfiguration of the core Workday system including organizations and security and business processes relating to allHR modulesacross Workday.

  • Partners with HRIS to review and test applicable system integrations, asrequired.

  • Continually researches,testsand stays up to date on all Workday updates and fixes, including performing system testing for Workday delivered twice ayearrelease.

  • Maintains up to date documentation on all system configurations.

  • Executes mass data changes, ensuringhighestlevel of data integrity and customer service orientation.

  • Supports acquisition and divestiture activities in managing worker data records, organizations,securityand related business processes.

  • Participates inrequiredSOX auditas needed.

  • Communicates to internal customersregardingWorkday features and functionality.

  • Ensures internal customer issues and requests are addressed within definedSLA’s.

  • Supports andmaintainscomplex applications and processes within the human resourceWorkdaytechnology portfolio.

  • Works under consultative direction toward predetermined long-range targets.Determinesand pursues courses of action essential in obtaining desired outcomes. Goalsgenerally communicatedin 'solution' or project goal terms.

MinimumRequirements:

  • 10+ years of Workday HRIS experience, preferably in a large corporation within a matrixed environment

Education: 

  • Bachelor’s degreerequiredwith experience in human resources, business analysis, informationsystemsor a related fieldrequired.

Critical Skills: 

  • Deep understanding of Workday data and structure, business processes, reporting and security and authentication capabilities.

  • Extensiveexperiencedin Workday HCM configurations, upgrades,securityand support.

  • Requires knowledge and experience inowndiscipline to manage workload and respond to customer requests.

  • Proventrack recordof applying proper judgment and discretion.

  • Skilled in handling complex problems and providing solutions that are highly creative.Usesindependent judgement toaccomplishobjectives.

  • Experienced in advanced principles, theories, and concepts. May be regarded as'in-house' expert on specific technologies. Conducts projects requiringadditionalspecialized knowledge.  Contributes to the development of innovative principles and ideas.

  • Advanced analytical/problem solving skills to handle complex customer requests using systems and company knowledge.

  • Detail oriented, with excellent follow-through and capability to work in a fast-paced environment.

  • Systems thinking orientation, withproventrack recordofidentifyingand addressing root causes.

  • Exceptional oral and written communication skills.

  • Skilled in managing multiple, high priority tasks and adjusting to shifting priorities, while meeting deadlines.

  • Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.

  • Proficiencywith productivity software like Microsoft Office and Google Apps (Docs, Sheets, etc.).

  • Strong knowledge of software development, testing, maintenance, and support.

Additional Skills & Knowledge:

  • Workday certification preferred

  • Knowledge of Workday Extend is a plus

Physical Requirements: General Office Demands

Must be authorized to work in the US. Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Relocation assistance / allowance is not budgeted for this position

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

$118,500 - $197,500

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.

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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.

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