Partner Solution Strategy Principal – Financials

Your work days are brighter here.At Workday, it all began with a conversation over breakfast. When our founders met at a sunny California diner, they came up with an idea to revolutionize the enterprise software market. And when we began to rise, one thing that really set us apart was our culture. A culture which was driven by our value of putting our people first. And ever since, the happiness, development, and contribution of every Workmate is central to who we are. Our Workmates believe a healthy employee-centric, collaborative culture is the essential mix of ingredients for success in business. That’s why we look after our people, communities and the planet while still being profitable. Feel encouraged to shine, however that manifests: you don’t need to hide who you are. You can feel the energy and the passion, it's what makes us unique. Inspired to make a brighter work day for all and transform with us to the next stage of our growth journey? Bring your brightest version of you and have a brighter work day here.About the TeamThe Partner Innovation organization works within GPO (Global Partner Organization) and is focused on developing new solution innovation with partners to better position Workday’s products. The team’s mission is to deliver winning partner innovations focused on opening new markets, filling industry needs and defining new routes to market. This role will report into the Workday Solution Management & Delivery organization that is responsible for the creation of innovative offerings combining products, platform and services packages with our partner ecosystem.About the RoleThis is an outstanding opportunity to build market moving innovations across the Workday Portfolio. Partner Innovations consist of joint solutions with the Strategic Systems Integrators, our ISV network, and technology partners. The role requires solid understanding of key HR and/or Finance concepts and developing solutions, from concept and architecture into design. This role will work closely with our internal and external partners to define solution portfolio strategies, individual use cases and own innovation roadmaps.  The role requires industry knowledge, business process competence and understanding in HCM and/or Finance, strong communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to collaborate successfully with stakeholders.About YouBasic Qualifications5+ years implementing, selling or managing product lifecycle for an ERP or enterprise B2B solutions5+ years experience in Financial, Human Resource, Payroll, Planning, or Analytics software application3+ Years working in roles that leverage or coordinate with a partners ecosystem​Other QualificationsBusiness process expertise in financial software applications including accounting, procurement, financial planning and/or financial analytics.Be able to provide 2 to 3 clear examples of creative solutioning for customers through product management, product strategy, services implementations and with Global SI partnersProven ability to structure and build a disciplined prioritized roadmap of innovations for multiple stakeholdersAbility to engage with product, marketing, services and across global partners, to prioritize and define solution opportunitiesAbility to work with and influence SI, ISV and technology partner ecosystemsAbility to build out solution requirements, identify use cases and create compelling solution designsAbility to create business cases that leverage market data, input from multiple stakeholders and competitive informationAbility to juggle multiple projects and initiatives simultaneouslyTeam player who will work across multiple organizationsExcellent communication and presentation skills, including to an executive audienceAn inherently collaborative style that enables you to win hearts and minds across organizations, live Workday valuesThe sort of personality who thrives in a dynamic environmentAble to travel 20%As a federal contractor, Workday is requiring all new hires to verify that they are fully-vaccinated against COVID-19 within 72 hours of beginning employment with Workday, consistent with applicable law. Workday is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who are not vaccinated due to a sincerely held religious belief, medical reasons, or other legally-protected reason should contact accommodations@workday.com to explore what, if any, reasonable accommodations or exemptions Workday is able to offer.Pursuant to applicable Fair Chance law, Workday will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.Workday is an Equal Opportunity Employer including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.Are you being referred to one of our roles? If so, ask your connection at Workday about our Employee Referral process!