At Life Fitness / Hammer Strength,we’renot just building equipment–we’reshaping the future of fitness and inspiring healthier lives around the world. As a global leader in commercial fitness equipment, we design and manufacture innovative, high-performance solutions that power workouts everywhere.
We are seeking a Manager, HR Systems (Workday)to leadthe configuration, maintenance, and ongoing optimization of the Workday platform in support of a global, multi-entity organization. This rolepartners withHR, Payroll, Finance, and IT to ensure Workday effectively supports business processes, deliversaccuratedata, and providesa stronguser experience. Reporting to the CHRO, this position plays a key role in executing the HR tech roadmap, supporting system-related projects, and driving continuous improvement across Life Fitness / Hammer Strength’s Workday tenant and UKG Dimensions timekeeping instance.
This is a hybrid role, based out of our Global Support Center in Rosemont, IL–M/F are remote and Tu-Th are in-office collaboration days #LI-Hybrid
As our Manager, HR Systems, you will:
Configure,maintain, and support Workday SKUs including HCM, Recruiting, Advanced Compensation, Benefits, Payroll, Time Tracking, Absence Management, Performance, Talent, Peakon Employee Voice, Workday Drive, and Dashboards/Reporting
Support the execution of the HR tech roadmap in partnership withHR leadership
Participate in and lead portions of Workday-related projects, including the annual engagement survey, new module implementations, enhancements, process redesign, and system upgrades
Partner with stakeholders to define business requirements, document processes, and translate needs into scalable system solutions
Coordinate and execute project activities such as configuration, testing (unit, integration, UAT), data validation, and deployment support
Participate in Workday bi-annual releases, including impact analysis, testing, and implementation of new functionality; work with HR leadership team to communicate any changesimpactingUX/UI to the HR, leader, and employee communities as appropriate
Identifyand implement process and system improvements to enhance efficiency, data accuracy, and user experience
Develop andmaintainstandard and ad hoc reports, dashboards, and analytics to support business and HR decision-making
Ensure data integrity, system security, and adherence to internal controls and global data privacy requirements
Develop, manage, and execute Workday Enterprise Interface Builder (EIB) integrations, including inbound and outbound data loads, mass updates, and data migrations; troubleshoot and monitor EIB processes to ensure accuracy and reliability
Partner with HR, Payroll, Finance, and IT stakeholders to troubleshoot issues, support projects, and deliver effective system solutions
Support payroll and benefits processes through system configuration, testing, and issue resolution
Maintain and support integrations between Workday and other enterprise systems
Provide end-user support, training, and documentation to HR teams, managers, and employees
Troubleshoot system issues, manage tickets, and ensuretimelyresolution of production support needs
All other duties and responsibilitiesas assigned
What Life Fitness / Hammer Strength is looking for in our Manager, HR Systems:
6-8 years of HRIS experience, with a minimum of3years hands-on experience with Workday
Bachelor’s degree in information technology, HR Information Systems, or related fieldpreferred
Experience configuring and supporting multiple Workday modules (Core HCMrequired;additionalmodules strongly preferred)
Demonstrated experience supporting or leading HRIS or Workday-related projects (e.g., implementations, enhancements, integrations)
Hands-on experience with Workday EIBs, including building, testing, and troubleshooting inbound/outbound integrations and mass data loadsrequired; experience with other integrations (APIs, etc.) strongly preferred
Experienceparticipatingin testing cycles (UAT, regression, integrations) and system deployments
Experience supporting HR systems in a multi-site environmentrequired, global experience strongly preferred
Solid understanding of HR processes across the employee lifecycle
Experience with Workday reporting and dashboardsdesirable
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple priorities and contribute to project timelines
Effective communication and collaboration skills across technical and non-technical stakeholders
Advanced analytical and excelproficiency
At Life Fitness / Hammer Strength, we think customer first, play as one team, and raise the bar on fitness innovation—in the gym and in every corner of our facilities. We persevere and get it done, with a clear purpose to inspire each other to live healthier lives If you’re ready to bring out the best in people while powering the future of fitness manufacturing, we invite you to apply.
Want to take the next step in your career?Life Fitness / Hammer Strength takes pride in our talented employees and believes in providing opportunities for further growth and advancement. We encourage you to test your strengths, push your limits, and unleash your potential. If you feel the positionis right for you, we invite you to apply.We’ll work with you closely to support you throughout the hiring process. If your CV/ resume shows that your skills and experience have synergy with the job description, then we’ll hop on a call to get to know you and your experience and discuss the position in more detail. If it’s not the right opportunity this time, we’ll always let you know.
At Life Fitness / Hammer Strength, we believe in taking care of our team with a comprehensive total rewards package that includes competitive pay and a range of valuable benefits. The salary range for this position, intended for U.S. applicants, is $149,400 - $182,500 annually.The actual salary will vary based on applicant’s education, experience, skills, and abilities. The salary range reflected is based on a primary work location of Rosemont, IL and the actual salary may vary for applicants in a different geographic location.This position is eligible to participate in Life Fitness / Hammer Strength’s annual Manager Incentive Plan to receive an annual discretionary bonus in addition to base salary. The amount of bonus varies based on company and individual performance goals and is subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan.
Life Fitness / Hammer Strength offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time team members, including, but not limited to: a 401(k) savings plan with 4% employer match; medical, dental and vision insurance, parental, medical and military leaves of absence, paid time off, including 12 paid holidays throughout the calendar year, paid vacation days beginning at 13 days annually, paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, company paid short-term disability and optional long-term disability, health savings account, health care and dependent care reimbursement accounts, employee and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance, hospital indemnity; identity protection, legal services, adoption assistance, tuition assistance, commuter benefits, employee discounts, and an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions. Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies.
Life Fitness / Hammer Strength is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, are encouraged to apply. Life Fitness / Hammer Strength complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding employment, recruitment and hiring. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
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For over five decades, Life Fitness / Hammer Strength has crafted state-of-the art cardio and strength equipment that moves in sync with the human body, helping athletes and exercisers globally, become faster, stronger, and healthier.
We created fitness. Now we’re making it better.
In 1968 Dr. Keene Dimick invented the first piece of electronic fitness equipment – the exercise bike. His creative spirit is in our DNA and continues to inspire us every day.
Today, the way people live, work and play is ever-changing. A phenomenon that is putting new challenges on our collective wellbeing. As creators in fitness, we notice and act on this by innovating, engineering and manufacturing the best workout experiences that move every partner, customer, athlete and exerciser, forward together.
We believe that everybody gains from working out.
That is why, at Life Fitness/Hammer Strength, we partner with our customers to create intuitive, high-performance, cardio and strength solutions, that move with the body’s natural biomechanics to make every goal feel possible.
Driven by the standards demanded by elite athletes, we share a passion to engineer our products to be accessible to all – young and old, athlete and improver, well and in-recovery.
As experts in fitness equipment innovation, we set the bar for our industry. By never compromising on performance, quality, or reliability, we continue to raise that bar.
Our purpose is to empower the world to work out, creating healthier lives together.
