Workday

Principal Business Process Analyst

Workday$147K — $221K *
US-AnywhereRemote in California, US
Business Services
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years in Business Process Analyst or similar roles, ideally in customer support or software organizations.
  • 5+ years experience with knowledge management tools and KCS methodologies.
  • Strong analytical skills with proficiency in data analysis tools like Tableau.
  • Experience with digital support technologies, including AI and machine learning concepts.
  • Proficient in process mapping and business analysis tools like Visio and Lucidchart.

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate processes for the creation and maintenance of knowledge articles to improve self-help tools.
  • Analyze knowledge usage and customer interactions to identify enhancement opportunities.
  • Collaborate with technical teams to integrate knowledge management systems with other platforms.
  • Map and document existing support processes through clear documentation and SOPs.
  • Facilitate access to knowledge and improve the quality of AI case resolutions.
  • Assist in deploying new knowledge projects using the latest KCS and AI/ML frameworks.
  • Plan and implement process improvement initiatives utilizing methodologies like Lean and Six Sigma.

Benefits

  • Flexible work schedule allowing for a mix of remote and in-office work.
  • Opportunity to engage with customers and stakeholders in-person as part of role.
  • Access to comprehensive benefits packages including health and wellness programs.
Full Job Description
About the Team
Global Support Operations & Enablement (GSOE), part of Workday's Global Customer Support organization, implements programs to support the goals and priorities of Support, ensuring a best-in-class customer experience at Workday. The Support Readiness & Enablement team partners with GSOE counterparts and Support business partners to enable exceptional workmate performance.

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled, data-driven Business Process Analyst to join our Global Support Operations team, analyzing knowledge trends, identifying operational efficiencies, and driving process improvements and optimization initiatives that strengthen our knowledge ecosystem and enhance digital AI tools supporting our global Customer Support organization. This adaptive, agile self-starter will develop a deep understanding of Support's business priorities and day-to-day operations, collaborate closely with cross-functional teams across Support and other Workday groups, and leverage data, knowledge frameworks, and emerging AI technologies to deliver recommendations aligned with business goals and drive meaningful, measurable change.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and implement processes for the creation and maintenance of knowledge articles to directly develop, improve, and strengthen the effectiveness of self-help and digital AI tools.

Analyze knowledge usage and industry trends alongside customer interactions with digital agents to identify opportunities for knowledge base enhancements and additional AI capabilities that drive proactive issue resolution.

Collaborate with technical teams to ensure seamless integration of the knowledge management system with other platforms , enabling better analysis of data, logs, and system configurations to optimize the overall effectiveness of AI solutions.

Map, analyze, and evaluate existing support processes to develop clear process documentation, including process flows and standard operating procedures (SOPs). Align these process requirements to provide clear direction for product teams working to enhance the capabilities of digital agents.

Facilitate access to knowledge and continuously improve the quality of the knowledge base so that when serving as an escalation point for stalled AI cases, you can provide expert assistance and use those insights to further refine AI performance.

Assist with the planning and deployment of new knowledge projects utilizing the latest KCS and AI/ML frameworks.

Plan, perform, and implement process improvement initiatives, utilizing methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma, or other relevant frameworks.

Develop clear and concise process documentation, including process flows, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and knowledge articles.

Collaborate with leaders, cross-functional teams and technical teams to collect requirements and ensure seamless integration of the knowledge management system with other tools and platforms.

Work with product and engineering teams to enhance the capabilities of digital agents.

Skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with experience analyzing data, logs, and system configurations to identify actionable insights, using tools such as pivot tables and Tableau.

Knowledge of support technologies, with hands-on experience using support platforms and tools to efficiently troubleshoot issues, assist users, and quickly learn new systems.

Experience with digital support technologies such as chatbots and virtual assistants, along with an understanding of artificial intelligence and machine learning concepts, is a plus.

Proficiency in using process mapping and business analysis tools (e.g., Visio, Lucidchart, Miro).

Strong documentation skills, including creating and maintaining clear and concise materials, supported by excellent written and verbal communication abilities to present complex information effectively.

Highly adaptable and organized, with outstanding attention to detail and a strong commitment to continuous learning, including staying up to date with the latest technologies, frameworks, and the rapid business and organizational changes of a high-growth environment.

About You

Basic Qualifications
10+ years of Business Process Analyst, Process Manager or similar role, preferably within a global customer support or software organization.

5+ years in knowledge management tools, processes and KCS methodologies.

Other Qualifications
- Outstanding written, visual representation, and verbal communication skills.
- Six Sigma certification is highly desirable.
- Experience defining, designing, and implementing solutions to achieve desired business outcomes by evaluating, diagnosing, documenting existing business processes, developing and applying metrics for process and performance measurement

- Strong ability to establish relationships, influence without authority, and drive alignment across teams with varied strengths and leadership levels.
- Outstanding organizational, interpersonal, and negotiation skills; flexible and adaptable; able to work in ambiguous situations.
- Passion for customer service and commitment to delivering high-quality results.
- Proficient in project management and collaboration tools (e.g., Workfront, Google docs, Smartsheet, MS Project, etc.).

Experience with AI chatbot/automated systems.

Demonstrated experience in process mapping, analysis, and improvement methodologies (e.g., BPMN, Lean, Six Sigma).

Workday Pay Transparency Statement

The annualized base salary ranges for the primary location and any additional locations are listed below. Workday pay ranges vary based on work location. As a part of the total compensation package, this role may be eligible for the Workday Bonus Plan or a role-specific commission/bonus, as well as annual refresh stock grants. Recruiters can share more detail during the hiring process. Each candidate's compensation offer will be based on multiple factors including, but not limited to, geography, experience, skills, job duties, and business need, among other things. For more information regarding Workday's comprehensive benefits, please click here.

Primary Location: USA.CA.Home Office

Primary Location Base Pay Range: $147,800 USD - $221,800 USD

Additional US Location(s) Base Pay Range: $133,800 USD - $237,600 USD

Our Approach to Flexible Work

With Flex Work, we're combining the best of both worlds: in-person time and remote. Our approach enables our teams to deepen connections, maintain a strong community, and do their best work. We know that flexibility can take shape in many ways, so rather than a number of required days in-office each week, we simply spend at least half (50%) of our time each quarter in the office or in the field with our customers, prospects, and partners (depending on role). This means you'll have the freedom to create a flexible schedule that caters to your business, team, and personal needs, while being intentional to make the most of time spent together. Those in our remote "home office" roles also have the opportunity to come together in our offices for important moments that matter.

About Workday

Workday, Inc. is a provider of enterprise cloud applications for finance and human resources. The Company delivers financial management, human capital management and analytics applications designed for various companies, educational institutions and government agencies. As part of its applications, the Company provides embedded analytics that capture the content and context of everyday business events, facilitating informed decision-making from wherever users are working. Its applications include Workday Financial Management, Workday Human Capital Management (HCM) and Other Applications. It also provides open, standards-based Web-services application programming interfaces, and pre-built packaged integrations and connectors. Workday, Inc. is headquartered in Pleasanton, California.
Learn more about Workday
Size
15,932 employees
Market Cap
$42.2 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$282.4 million
Founded
2005
5 Year Trend
+26.7%
Revenue
$4.3 billion
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