Workday Analyst, Payroll & Compensation

Job Description

At SpartanNash, we deliver the ingredients for a better life through customer-focused innovation. We do this for our supply chain customers and U.S. military commissaries, retail store guests and, most importantly, our Associates. In fact, we see a day when each will say, “I can’t live without them.”

Our SpartanNash family of Associates is 20,000 strong, ranging from bakery managers to order selectors; from IT developers to vice presidents of finance; from HR Business Partners to export specialists. Each of them plays an integral role in SpartanNash’s People First culture, Operational Excellence and Insights that Drive Solutions. Ready to contribute to the success of our food solutions company? Apply now!

Location :

850 76th Street S.W. - Byron Center, Michigan 49315

Job Description : Position Summary :

The Workday Analyst role supports the effective operation of the company’s HR system to meet organizational and operational business needs and will be an integral part of our Human Resources Technology team. The role involves assisting with HR projects such as system implementations, data analysis, reporting, and continuous improvement initiatives. It includes balancing assigned tasks with ad hoc reporting and troubleshooting while collaborating with HR Business Partners and end users. This role will focus on the following Workday modules :  Advanced Compensation, U.S. Payroll and Absence.

Here’s what you’ll do :

Monitor HR system performance and identify areas for improvement. Propose process improvements and innovative solutions, ensuring audit and internal controls compliance.

Assist in the implementation of system changes, including testing and documentation.

Participate in reviewing, testing, and implementing HR system upgrades and configuration projects, collaborating with team members to document processes and results.

Help maintain data integrity in HR systems by conducting data analysis and ensuring timely resolution of issues, driving automation where feasible.

Support creating and maintaining queries and reports (scheduled or ad hoc) to meet business needs, working with team members to define requirements.

Provide functional and technical support for HR systems by troubleshooting issues, researching data discrepancies, and ensuring processes flow smoothly. Employ root cause analysis and data-driven decision-making to diagnose issues, streamline workflows, and optimize system performance.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams (HR, Payroll, IT, etc.) to recommend and implement solutions to meet business requirements.

Document system processes and assist in training users on system functionality.

Stay updated on HR systems trends, tools, and best practices, and apply this knowledge to improve current processes.

Participate in user group meetings and training sessions to enhance skills and share insights.

Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed.

Here’s what you’ll need :

Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, Information Systems or related area or equivalent combination of education and / or experience.

Prior experience in HR systems, data analysis, and reporting or functional experience administering payroll or compensation

Analytical skills to work with data, identify trends, and draw meaningful conclusions.

Critical thinking skills to thoroughly analyze complex system requirements, identify potential challenges, and devise innovative solutions.

Logical reasoning skills to evaluate system processes, identify inconsistencies, and design cohesive solutions.

Strong written and verbal communication skills to collaborate with various levels of the organization.

Attention to detail, organizational skills, and managing multiple priorities.

Basic understanding of relational databases and reporting tools is an advantage.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.).

Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.

Physical Requirements :

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

May be required to lift and / or move 20 pounds. The associate is frequently required to sit / stand / walk. While performing the duties of this position, the associate is subject to a typical office environment and is rarely exposed to outside weather conditions. Temperatures may vary for those subject to any of the following areas : computer / server room, print shop, production area). The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate but may be high in distribution settings. Travel requirements vary by assignment.

As part of our People First culture, SpartanNash is proud to offer a robust and competitive Total Rewards benefits package.

SpartanNash is an Equal Opportunity Employer that invests in Associate development, recognizes and celebrates success, fosters two-way communication, and promotes a sense of belonging. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals, including those with disabilities and Veterans.

We are not able to sponsor work visas for this position.