Senior Manager, Enterprise Apps, Workday Architect

Sumitomo Pharma Co. Ltd. is a global pharmaceutical company based in Japan with operations in the U.S. (Sumitomo Pharma America Inc.) focused on addressing patient needs in oncology urology womens health rare diseases cell & gene therapies and CNS. With several marketed products and a diverse pipeline of early- to late-stage investigational assets we aim to accelerate discovery research and development to bring novel therapies to patients sooner. For more information on SMPA visit our website or follow us on LinkedIn.

The Business Applications team is part of IT andis responsible forsupporting developingmanagingand enhancing the capability of enterprise applications which make up the platform that delivers SMPAs business processes.

The Senior Manager Enterprise Apps Workday Architectis responsible forpartnering with HR toarchitectthecompanys HR applicationsincluding Workday and other integrated HR platforms (e.g. benefits time tracking learning and recruiting payroll systems). This role serves as the primary liaison between IT HRIS and HR stakeholders ensuring that HR applications align with enterprise architecture standardsITcompliance requirements andbusiness goals.

The ideal candidate has hands-on Workday experience a strong understanding of HR processes and proven success in leading system enhancements integrations andITdata governance initiatives.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Systems Management & Architecture

• Serve as the technicallead forWorkdayand other HR-related applications.
• Design andmaintaintheHR systems architecture ensuring alignment with enterprise IT standards and data governance policies.
• Oversee Workday configuration testing and deployment across modules (HCM Absence Compensation Talent Recruiting Learning and others).
• Manage integrations between Workday and downstream systems such as SAP Payroll Finance and Identity Management platforms.
• Ensure stability scalability and continuous improvement of HR systems through proactive monitoring and optimization.
• Designmonitor and troubleshoot integrations between Workday and external systems (e.g. ERP Finance Payroll providers Identity Management).

Stakeholder Engagement

• Partner with HR IT and Finance stakeholders to deliver high-impact HR technology solutions.
• Primary liaisonfor WorkdayTechnicalsupport helpdesk and enhancement requests.
• Provide functional guidance and mentorship to HRIS analysts or other team members.

Data Reporting & Compliance

• Managedata governance ensuring accuracy consistency and compliance with data privacy and audit requirements.
• Develop andmaintainreports dashboards and analytics to support business decisions.
• Support internal and external audits by ensuring proper system controls and documentation.

Key Core Competencies

• Strong problem-solving documentation and communication skills.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Strong understanding of HR business processes (Core HR Recruiting Performance Learning Compensation and Payroll).

Education & Experience:

• Bachelors degree in information systems Computer Science Human Resources or Business Management (Mastersdegree preferred).
• 7 years of hands-on Workday and HR Applications IT experience
• Experience integrating Workday with ERP (SAP) payroll and identity management systems.
• Proven success in project management system upgrades and cross-functional collaboration.
• Workday Pro Certification(s) in one or more modules (HCM Compensation Reporting Integrations) is preferred.
• Experience with Workday Extend is desired.
• Proficient in Workday Studio EIB and Report Writer.
• Deep understanding of security roles data governance and SOX/ GDPR compliance.

The base salary range for this role is $145300 to $181600. Base salary is part of our total rewards package which also includes the opportunity for merit-based salary increases short incentive plan participation eligibility for our 401(k) plan medical dental vision life and disability insurances and leaves provided in line with your work state. Our robust time-off policy includes flexible paid time off 11 paid holidays plus additional time off for a shut-down period during the last week of December 80 hours of paid sick time upon hire and each year thereafter. Total compensation including base salary to be offered will depend on elements unique to each candidate including candidate experience skills education and other factors permitted by law.

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time as needed.

Confidential Data:All information (written verbal electronic etc.) that an employee encounters is considered confidential.

Compliance: Achieve and maintain Compliance with all applicable regulatory legal and operational rules and procedures by ensuring that all plans and activities for and on behalf of Sumitomo Pharma America (SMPA) and affiliates are carried out with the best industry practices and the highest ethical standards.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Mental/Physical Requirements: Fast paced environment handling multiple demands. Must be able to exercise appropriate judgment as necessary. Requires a high level of initiative and independence. Excellent written and oral communication skills required. Requires ability to use a personal computer for extended periods of time.

Sumitomo Pharma America (SMPA) is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; nationality; marital domestic partnership or civil union status; sex gender; affectional or sexual orientation; disability; veteran or military status or liability for military status; domestic violence victim status; atypical cellular or blood trait; genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing) or any other characteristic protected by law.