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WorkdayCutoverLead

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Role: Workday Cutover Lead (Hybrid)

Client: State of Georgia
Department: SAO
Location: Atlanta, GA

Duration: 9 Months
Contract Type: W2, C2C, 1099
Interview Mode: Webcam or In-Person

Job Overview:

The Workday Cutover Lead will play a critical role in the successful implementation of a cloud-based SaaS ERP system. This position requires a professional with a strong background in leading complex ERP cutovers, managing dependencies, and ensuring a seamless transition. The ideal candidate will possess excellent project management skills, stakeholder engagement capabilities, and a proactive approach to identifying and mitigating risks.

Local candidates are strongly preferred. However, out-of-state applicants will be considered for a fully remote schedule.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead and oversee all aspects of Workday cutover planning and execution.
  • Collaborate with internal teams, technical groups, and implementation partners to create a comprehensive cutover schedule, covering functional (HCM, Payroll, Finance, Procurement), technical (integrations, reports, security), and change management (training, communication) components.
  • Address escalations and resolve outstanding issues related to the cutover process.
  • Track and manage tasks, risks, and project timelines to ensure successful completion.
  • Work closely with business and technical subject matter experts to refine cutover strategies and deliverables.
  • Provide detailed reports on progress, risks, and challenges, while developing mitigation strategies to meet go-live deadlines.
  • Lead cutover readiness activities, including mock cutovers, stakeholder reviews, and execution planning.
  • Act as a key decision-maker, escalating critical issues that may impact the project timeline.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

  • Proven experience as a Workday implementation program manager, overseeing multiple Workday components.
  • At least 5 years of experience with Workday SaaS ERP implementations.
  • Minimum 10 years of project management experience in enterprise-level implementations.
  • Strong expertise in technical project management, operations management, change management, and release management.
  • Prior experience working with state or public sector clients.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong leadership and organizational skills with the ability to drive change effectively.
  • Proficiency in project management tools and methodologies.
  • Solid understanding of cloud infrastructure architecture and ability to guide onboarding and system transitions.
  • Ability to facilitate meetings, influence stakeholders, and make strategic decisions to ensure project success.
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