Workday HR Analyst IV - The Toro Company

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of a school/employment or any other visa, regardless of expiration date, now or in the future.   Who Are We?       The Toro Company is a homegrown, Minnesota-based company that has been in business since 1914. We pride ourselves on providing world-class equipment to help maintain the environment that we love, while putting an emphasis on giving back to the communities that surround us. From residential lawns and gardens, to venues such as St Andrews Links and Target Field, we are a company with a global footprint and a passion for helping people beautify whatever landscape they may be in. With 100 years of operation under our belt and a healthy tenure, come find out what makes The Toro Company the best place in the Twin Cities to build a career.      As the ​ Workday HR Analyst IV ​, you will be r esponsible for overall HR systems performance and maintenance, including system administration, configuration, data integrity, and information security. Serves as the principal Workday expert, leading large-scale initiatives and influencing cross-functional decisions to drive innovation, scalability, and operational excellence across HR systems. What Will You Do?    In order to grow and build a successful career with The Toro Company, you will be responsible for:   Serve as principal expert and own end-to-end system design and configuration for assigned Workday areas. Lead enterprise HRIS programs, including large-scale implementations, system transformations and acquisition-related activities. Oversee enterprise processes such as performance cycles and talent reviews. Influence Workday strategy by advising leaders on system capabilities, trade-offs, and roadmap priorities. Own and govern Workday security, including role design, user access, and permission assignments; ensure appropriate access controls are in place to maintain data integrity, comply with security and privacy requirements, and support business operations. Establish and enforce data governance, compliance, and audit frameworks. Define system design standards, architecture, and frameworks. Maintain and govern Workday foundational data structures, including supervisory organizations, cost centers, job profiles, locations, and custom organizations. Serve as lead and liaison between HR, IT, and external vendors. Oversee integration strategy and system performance, guide resolution of complex issues. Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and guidance to HRIS team members while supporting complex, escalated system issues and enterprise initiatives. What Do You Need?    To be considered for this role, an individual should meet the following minimal requirements:   Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, IT, or related field. 7+ years of HRIS experience (Workday preferred). Expert-level knowledge of HR systems architecture, configuration, and integrations. Proven ability to lead large-scale HRIS initiatives and system transformations. Deep understanding of data governance, security, and compliance practices. Ability to evaluate emerging technologies and drive innovation. What Can We Give You?       At The Toro Company, we are always working to make sure our employees know just how valued they are. In addition to a competitive salary, an affordable and top tier medical/dental/vision plan, 401k, and many other great benefits - The Toro company offers employees at our Bloomington, MN HQ location a variety of perks, including:   Dress for your day  - We know you're more productive when you're comfortable, which is why TTC employees are encouraged to take advantage of our casual, corporate environment.   Location  – Conveniently located near both St. Paul and Minneapolis, we are centrally located for most commuters!   Food  - Take advantage of our onsite café, which serves both breakfast and