Sr Director, Head of HRIS (Workday)

4 Minutes ago • 12 Years +

Job Summary

Job Description

The Senior Director, Head of HRIS (Workday) will lead the strategic vision, governance, and optimization of Sabre's global HR technology ecosystem, primarily focusing on Workday. This pivotal role drives digital transformation across the employee lifecycle, ensuring systems and data empower business decisions, enhance employee experience, and scale with organizational growth. Responsibilities include overseeing HRIS architecture, managing vendor partnerships, and collaborating cross-functionally to foster innovation and operational excellence, supporting both short- and long-term workforce strategies.
Must have:
  • Define and execute the global HRIS strategy, with emphasis on Workday modules.
  • Lead the design, development, and implementation of new systems, reports, and processes.
  • Drive continuous improvement through automation, analytics, and user-centric design.
  • Establish and maintain data structures, integrations, and governance protocols.
  • Serve as a strategic advisor to HR and business leaders.
  • Oversee vendor relationships, system upgrades, and compliance.
  • Build and mentor a team of HRIS experts.
  • 12+ years of progressive HRIS experience, including 5+ years in a leadership role overseeing Workday.
  • Proven success in leading enterprise-wide HR technology transformations.
  • Deep expertise in Workday configuration, reporting, and integration.
  • Strong business acumen and ability to translate complex requirements into scalable solutions.
  • Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
Perks:
  • Very competitive compensation
  • Generous Paid Time Off (25 PTO days)
  • 4 days (one day/quarter) Volunteer Time Off (VTO)
  • 5 days off annually for Year-End Break
  • Comprehensive medical, dental and Wellness Program
  • 12 weeks paid parental leave
  • Infrastructure that allows flexible working arrangements
  • Formal and informal reward, recognition and acknowledgement programs
  • Fun and engaging employee development events

Job Details

Sabre is a technology company that powers the global travel industry. By leveraging next-generation technology, we create global technology solutions that take on the biggest opportunities and solve the most complex challenges in travel. Positioned at the center of the travel, we shape the future by offering innovative advancements that pave the way for a more connected and seamless ecosystem as we power mobile apps, online travel sites, airline and hotel reservation networks, travel agent terminals, and scores of other solutions. Simply put, we connect people with moments that matter.

Note - TPG Capital, a global alternative asset management firm, recently acquired Hospitality Solutions. Over the coming months, Sabre is working with TPG to formally separate the Hospitality Solutions business from Sabre. It is important to understand that while you will be employed by a Sabre legal entity, your role will be supporting the Hospitality Solutions business, which is now owned by TPG.

Hospitality Solutions is growing and is rapidly expanding both its product and geographic footprint. Hospitality Solutions has a comprehensive suite of best-in-class products that empower hotels and hotel chains to better market and sell their products, as well as manage the guest experience.

Hospitality Solutions is a looking for a talented Sr Director, Head of HRIS.

What You’ll Do:

  • Define and execute the global HRIS strategy, with emphasis on Workday modules including Core HCM, Compensation, Talent to start with.
  • Lead the design, development, and implementation of new systems, reports, and processes to support evolving HR and business needs.
  • Drive continuous improvement through automation, analytics, and user-centric design.
  • Establish and maintain data structures, integrations, and governance protocols to ensure data integrity and compliance.
  • Serve as a strategic advisor to HR and business leaders on system capabilities, integrations, and best practices.
  • Oversee vendor relationships, system upgrades, and compliance with data privacy and security standards.
  • Build and mentor a team of HRIS experts, fostering innovation and operational excellence.

What You Bring:

  • 12+ years of progressive HRIS experience, including 5+ years in a leadership role overseeing Workday.
  • Proven success in leading enterprise-wide HR technology transformations.
  • Deep expertise in Workday configuration, reporting, and integration.
  • Strong business acumen and ability to translate complex requirements into scalable solutions.
  • Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.

Outstanding Benefits

  • Very competitive compensation
  • Generous Paid Time Off (25 PTO days)
  • 4 days (one day/quarter) Volunteer Time Off (VTO)
  • 5 days off annually for Year-End Break
  • We offer a comprehensive medical, dental and Wellness Program
  • 12 weeks paid parental leave
  • An infrastructure that allows flexible working arrangements
  • Formal and informal reward, recognition and acknowledgement programs
  • Lots of fun and engaging employee development events

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