YYZ Manager, HRIS

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Cargojet is Canadas leading provider of time-sensitive overnight air cargo services and carries overpounds of cargo each business night. Cargojet operates its network across North America each business night utilizing a fleet of all-cargo aircraft Cargojet has been awarded one of Canadas 50 Best Managed Companies as well as being awarded the Shippers Choice Award for the best Air Cargo Carrier in Canada for the past number of years. Being part of Cargojet will allow you to become a part of a diverse and vibrant family at the leading edge of the air cargo industry both domestically and internationally. Cargojet team members are dedicated hardworking and have a strong sense of leadership and commitment.

Primary Objective of the Position:

The Manager HRIS is responsible for the strategic and operational management of the organizations Human Resources Information Systems. This role leads the optimization maintenance and continuous improvement of HR systems ensuring data accuracy regulatory compliance and seamless integration across HR Payroll and Finance. The successful candidate will serve as a systems expert lead related projects and partner with stakeholders to enhance employee lifecycle processes and reporting capabilities.

Job Duties:

• Serve as the system owner and subject matter expert for UKG (UltiPro) and UKG Workforce Management (WFM) overseeing all configuration workflow design security roles and system integrations.
• Manage the implementation of new modules system upgrades and enhancements in partnership with IT Payroll and UKG support.
• Monitor and resolve system issues escalate to vendors when needed and lead root cause analysis for technical problems.
• Maintain and update system documentation configuration records and change logs.
• Oversee and maintain UKG WFM functionalities including timekeeping scheduling attendance tracking and leave management.
• Partner with operations and payroll teams to ensure alignment of time rules pay codes job profiles and labor allocations.
• Support audits and compliance by ensuring WFM configurations meet legislative and organizational standards.
• Build maintain and optimize UKG reports and dashboards to support HR Payroll Finance and Operations.
• Lead data analysis and reporting efforts for employment equity pay equity turnover headcount and other compliance-related reports.
• Ensure data accuracy through regular audits reconciliations and proactive monitoring.
• Lead HRIS-related projects from planning through implementation (e.g. new module rollouts WFM optimization automation of onboarding/offboarding).
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and automation across HR and WFM workflows.
• Act as a liaison between HR IT Payroll and third-party vendors to drive cross-functional project success.
• Provide technical support and training to HR team members managers and employees on UKG and WFM functionalities.
• Lead the implementation and ongoing enhancement of AI-powered HR tools (e.g. chatbot knowledge base automation workflows SharePoint).
• Participate in HR projects related to digital transformation system enhancements and process improvement.
• Develop and deliver training resources job aids and change communications to support adoption and system usage.
• Support end-users through troubleshooting and process education.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 7 years of progressive HRIS experience including 2 years in a managerial or system leadership role.
• PCP or CPM designation from the National Payroll Institute is considered an asset.
• Hands-on experience with UKG (UltiPro) and UKG Workforce Management (WFM) is required.
• Strong understanding of time and attendance rules scheduling logic pay code configuration and labor tracking within WFM.
• Bachelors degree in Human Resources Information Systems Business Administration or a related field.
• Demonstrated success in HRIS system implementation workflow design and project management.
• Proficiency in data analytics and reporting tools (e.g. Cognos Business Intelligence Power BI).
• High level of accuracy attention to detail and commitment to data governance.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work cross-functionally.
• Knowledge of payroll and labor compliance standards (e.g. CLC ESA) is an asset.

Important to Know:

• Cargojet is an equal-opportunity employer. We thank you for your interest. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
• We are committed to providing accommodations for persons with disabilities. If you require accommodation we will work with you to meet your needs.
• At Cargojet we make safety the highest priority. Because of this priority and as we operate in a safety-sensitive environment we require all employees to abstain from consuming Cannabis in and outside of the workplace. This is a critical element of our drug and alcohol policy that all employees must comply with at all times.
• Team members interested in the position must submit their application through the internal recruitment system by the specified deadline. Applications submitted after the deadline will be considered late and will not be reviewed.

Required Experience:

Manager