Revvity - Payroll/Time & Absence Lead/Workday Program Manager

Position Overview: We are seeking an experienced Payroll, Time & Absence Lead - Workday Program Manager to spearhead the global rollout of payroll, time, and absence management tools across Revvity. This strategic role requires a seasoned professional who combines deep subject matter expertise in Payroll, Time and Absence Management with proven program management capabilities to drive enterprise-wide transformation initiatives. Role & Responsibilities: 1. Program Leadership & Execution: - Lead end-to-end global implementation of payroll, time, and absence management solutions across multiple regions and business units. - Develop comprehensive program roadmaps, timelines, and governance frameworks for multi-country deployments. - Manage program budgets, resource allocation, and vendor relationships to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery. - Coordinate cross-functional teams including HR, IT, Finance, Legal, and regional stakeholders across diverse geographies. - Establish and monitor KPIs to measure program success and drive continuous improvement. 2. Subject Matter Expertise: - Serve as the primary SME for payroll, time, and absence modules within Core systems (Workday, SAP, ADP, UKG, Atoss etc). - Design and configure payroll processing workflows, time tracking mechanisms, and absence management policies aligned with global and local requirements. - Ensure compliance with country-specific labor laws, tax regulations, and statutory reporting requirements across all deployment regions. - Provide expert guidance on system capabilities, best practices, and optimization opportunities. 3. Vendor & Integration Management: - Manage integrations between Core ERP systems and third-party payroll vendors (ADP, UKG, ATOS, and similar platforms). - Lead technical integration design sessions, data mapping exercises, and interface testing protocols. - Lead functional design and requirement gathering sessions by working with other stakeholders. - Oversee vendor performance, SLAs, and escalation processes to maintain service quality. - Actively contribute to RFP development, vendor evaluation, and selection processes for payroll and time management solutions. 4. Stakeholder & Change Management: - Build and maintain strong relationships with C-suite executives, regional HR leaders, and business unit heads. - Facilitate executive steering committee meetings and provide regular program status updates. - Develop and execute comprehensive change management and communication strategies to drive user adoption. - Conduct stakeholder impact assessments and implement mitigation strategies for organizational change. 5. Risk & Issue Management: - Proactively identify program risks, dependencies, and potential roadblocks across technical, operational, and compliance domains. - Develop and maintain risk registers with mitigation plans and contingency strategies. - Lead issue resolution efforts, escalating critical items to appropriate governance bodies. - Ensure business continuity during system transitions and cutover activities. Preferred Candidate Profile: - 10+ years of progressive experience in payroll, time, and absence management systems. - 5+ years leading global, enterprise-scale Payroll, Time and Absence implementations. - Proven track record managing flagship programs across multiple countries and regions. - Demonstrated experience with full project lifecycle from requirements gathering through post-go-live support. 1. Functional Skills: - Expert-level knowledge of payroll processing, tax calculations, wage types, and statutory compliance requirements. - Deep understanding of time and attendance tracking, scheduling, overtime rules, and labor cost allocation. - Comprehensive knowledge of absence management including leave accruals, entitlements, and policy administration. - Strong grasp of global payroll operations including multi-currency processing, international tax implications, and cross-border compliance. - Experience with payroll accounting, general ledger integration, and financial reconciliation processes. 2. Technical Skills: - Advanced proficiency in Payroll, Time Tracking, and Absence modules configuration, reporting, and integration experience required. - Hands-on experience integrating Core ERP systems with third-party payroll vendors: ADP, UKG (Ultimate Kronos Group), ATOS, or similar platforms. - Strong understanding of integration technologies: APIs, web services, middleware platforms, file-based interfaces (SFTP, batch processing). - Proficiency with data migration strategies, ETL processes, and data validation techniques. - Knowledge of security protocols, role-based access controls and data privacy regulations (GDPR, CCPA). 3. Program & Project Management Skills: - PMP, PgMP, or equivalent certification preferred. - Expertise in Agile, Waterfall, and hybrid project management methodologies. - Proficiency with project management tools (MS Project, Smartsheet .