Dayforce HRIS Manager

As the fastest-growing distributor of restaurant equipment, HVAC and residential appliance parts, we embrace unique enthusiasm, high integrity, and courage to embrace change. We value passionate people with fresh ideas from diverse backgrounds and are proud of our workplace culture, recognized on the Inc. 5000 list for 15 consecutive years and as a Chicago Tribune Top Workplace for the last four years.

About the role

As our HRIS Manager (internally known as Manager, HRIS Guru), you will oversee the organization’s Human Resource Information System (HRIS) on the Ceridian Dayforce platform. Reporting to the Group Vice President of People & Culture, you will translate our People strategy into system requirements, collaborate with global stakeholders, and drive automation, integration, and data accuracy to enhance the team member experience.

Responsibilities

• Build strong partnerships with cross-functional stakeholders—including HR, IT, Finance, business leaders, and external vendors—to gather system requirements, assess HR processes, and identify opportunities to streamline, optimize, or automate workflows.
• Create and implement an HRIS project roadmap to determine priorities, deadlines, and resource allocation, communicating clear timelines, responsibilities, and costs to key collaborators.
• Work closely with the HRIS Analyst to build key system processes and procedures, ensuring data accuracy and proper system controls.
• Provide hands-on support in executing projects, including building system org structures, creating forms and workflows, configuring entitlements, and launching new capabilities.
• Support HRIS integration of newly acquired entities by merging HR processes and transitioning payroll, timekeeping, benefits, and entitlement policies.
• Manage and oversee the integration of HR systems with other enterprise systems, ensuring smooth data flow and connectivity.
• Provide ongoing HRIS system support, including troubleshooting, optimization, and implementation of new capabilities while ensuring compliance with data security and privacy requirements.
• Analyze HRIS data trends and report strategic recommendations to leadership.

Requirements

• 5+ years of HRIS experience with familiarity in human resources policies and procedures.
• Expertise in Ceridian Dayforce, including implementing new features, system optimizations, data and security controls, and building processes and workflows.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to prioritize complex projects of varying scale.
• Experience managing HRIS-related projects from start to finish, collaborating with team members and key stakeholders.
• Innovative mindset with enthusiasm for leading change management and seeing the big picture.
• Strong analytical skills to leverage data, identify trends, and drive actionable insights.
• Agility and adaptability in a fast-paced environment, balancing multiple priorities without compromising attention to detail.

About the team

Our People & Culture team is energetic, hardworking, and fun-loving. We collaborate on strategic projects, optimize the team member experience, and celebrate wins together. We value transparency, appreciation, and a positive workplace culture that prioritizes collaboration, growth, and work-life balance.

Pay

The salary range for this role is $109,859.58 to $164,116.21, based on qualifications, experience, and geographical location. Parts Town is a pay-for-performance company, and this role may include a profit-sharing program and an annual bonus.

Benefits

• Hybrid/remote work schedule
• Team member appreciation events and recognition programs
• Volunteer opportunities
• Monthly IT stipend
• Casual dress code
• On-demand pay options (access earned pay as needed)
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Employee assistance programs
• Paid time off, sick leave, holidays, and parental leave
• Professional development opportunities