Echo Global Logistics

Sr. HRIS Analyst

Echo Global Logistics$85K — $123K *
Business Services
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3+ years of experience in Workday HCM.
  • Proficient in creating reports, dashboards, and calculated fields in Workday.
  • Knowledge of HR data and processes, along with HR system best practices.
  • Experience troubleshooting issues and improving processes.
  • Strong analytical skills for data-driven decision-making.
  • Attention to detail and the ability to handle sensitive information discreetly.
  • Excellent communication skills, capable of conveying technical concepts clearly.
  • Customer-focused approach, adept at managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting.

Responsibilities

  • Design, build, and maintain HR reports, dashboards, and metrics for decision-making.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to define reporting needs and create actionable solutions.
  • Enhance reporting on key workforce trends like headcount and turnover.
  • Create calculated fields and reporting logic for advanced analytics.
  • Ensure data accuracy and visibility for informed decision-making.
  • Administer and troubleshoot Workday and HR systems daily.
  • Participate in system enhancements, testing, and user training.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to impact HR data and reporting function significantly.
  • Develop dashboards that inform leadership decisions.
  • Gain exposure to analytics and cross-functional collaboration.
  • Work in a culture that promotes ownership and continuous improvement.
Full Job Description
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys both the technical and functional side of HR systems - someone who can turn business needs into reporting and system solutions, improve processes, and help ensure our data is accurate, actionable, and easy to use. You'll partner closely with HR, Payroll, Benefits, Recruiting, Finance, IT, and business leaders to help advance a scalable, data-driven HR technology environment.
At Echo, we're building an HR technology function that helps the business move faster, make better decisions, and create a better employee experience. We're looking for a Sr. HRIS Analyst to join our team and play a key role in enhancing our HR systems, with a strong focus on reporting, dashboards, data quality, and day-to-day Workday administration.

Responsibilities

Reporting, Metrics, and Dashboards
  • Design, build, and maintain reports, dashboards, and metrics that inform HR and business decision-making.
  • Partner with stakeholders to understand reporting needs and translate them into clear, actionable, and user-friendly solutions.
  • Enhance reporting and analytics related to headcount, turnover, hiring, retention, compensation, organizational changes, compliance, and other workforce trends.
  • Create and maintain calculated fields and reporting logic needed to deliver advanced insights and dashboarding.
  • Increase visibility into key people metrics so leaders can make informed, timely decisions.


HRIS Administration
  • Manage the day-to-day administration of Workday and related HR systems.
  • Troubleshoot system, data, and process issues, identify root causes, and recommend practical solutions.
  • Collaborate with business stakeholders to gather requirements and define system specifications.
  • Contribute to system enhancements, business process updates, testing, and release activities.
  • Maintain system documentation, training guides, and reference materials for HR processes and reporting.
  • Serve as a trusted resource to HR users by providing guidance and training as needed.


Data Integrity and Process Improvement
  • Conduct regular audits and validations to ensure data accuracy, consistency, and integrity across HR systems and reporting.
  • Strengthen data governance, documentation, and process controls across the HR technology landscape.
  • Identify manual or inefficient processes and recommend improvements that increase efficiency, accuracy, and user experience.
  • Participate in projects and enhancements that advance reporting, automation, and overall HR technology effectiveness.


Cross-Functional Partnership
  • Work closely with internal and external stakeholders to address system needs and business priorities.
  • Translate business requirements into scalable reporting and system solutions.
  • Coordinate testing and implementation efforts for system updates, new functionality, and process improvements.
  • Communicate clearly with both technical and non-technical stakeholders and encourage adoption of new tools and processes.


Required Qualifications
  • 3+ years of experience in Workday HCM.
  • Experience building reports, dashboards, and calculated fields in Workday.
  • Understanding of HR data, HR processes, and HR system best practices.
  • Experience troubleshooting issues, participating in testing, and improving processes.
  • Strong analytical skills and the ability to turn data into useful business insight.
  • Strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to handle sensitive information with discretion.
  • Strong communication and partnership skills, including the ability to explain technical concepts in a clear and practical way.
  • Customer service mindset with the ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, Information Systems, or a related field, or equivalent experience.


Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with mergers and acquisitions is a plus.
  • Experience with Workday releases, EIBs, or integrations.
  • Experience with dashboards, analytics, or visualization tools beyond standard reporting.
  • Experience working in a lean, collaborative, and growth-oriented environment.
  • Demonstrated ability to think creatively and approach challenges with an out-of-the-box, solutions-oriented mindset.


What's In It for You
  • Join a growing HR technology function and make a visible impact on how people data, reporting, and systems support the business.
  • Build dashboards and reporting that leaders rely on while strengthening data quality across the employee lifecycle.
  • Gain broad exposure to Workday, analytics, process improvement, and cross-functional partnership.
  • Work in an environment that values ownership, collaboration, and continuous improvement.


Work Environment/Physical Demands

This job operates in an office environment and uses a computer, telephone and other

office equipment as needed to perform duties. The noise level in the work environment is typical of

that of an office with an open seating floor plan. The employee may encounter frequent interruptions throughout the work day. The employee is regularly required to sit, talk, or hear.

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Benefits

For more information about our benefit offerings, please visit our careers page at https://www.echo.com/company/careers.

Compensation
$85,042.00-123,650.00 per year

This role is eligible for a bonus that is based on a combination of personal and business performance.

About Echo Global Logistics

Echo Global Logistics is a leading provider of technology-enabled transportation and supply chain management services. The company offers a wide range of services, including truckload, less-than-truckload, intermodal, and expedited shipping, as well as managed transportation, supply chain analytics, and freight audit and payment services. Echo's clients include shippers of all sizes, from small businesses to Fortune 100 companies, across a variety of industries. The company's proprietary technology platform, EchoShip, provides real-time visibility and control over shipments, helping clients optimize their supply chains and reduce costs. Echo has been recognized for its innovative technology and customer service, and has received numerous awards and accolades.
Learn more about Echo Global Logistics
Size
9 employees
Market Cap
$1.2 billion
Industry
Net Income
$15.8 million
Founded
2015
5 Year Trend
+10.7%
Revenue
$2.5 billion
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