Workday Test Manager

First IT Solutions Test and implement Workday in multiple countries within an assigned region. Tactical execution of work plans as directed by the project team for region/vendor population (i.e. data collection, contractual analysis, user onboarding, etc). Participate in workgroup meetings, testing, and provide status updates  Prepare and manage key stakeholders and user groups (audience readiness, training,  Escalate issues and risks to project team, as well as Vendor Manager, as they arise  Identify, research, and resolve customer issues  Monitor key metrics and CTQ to ensure goals are met and provide regular updates to project team ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Assist in developing and regional comms, adoption and engagement plans Ensure project remains on budget, helping to coordinate payment and invoice validation in partnership with project leader Serve as the dedicated resource to assist in development, implementation and support of the system for their region Work collaboratively with key stakeholders to ensure program compliance Flexibility to conduct multi-time zone meetings outside of local business hours  KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS:  Ability to speak English with professional verbal and written communication skills Ability to be an effective business partner with different people and cultures  Bachelor's degree in related area or an equivalent combination of education and experience Contributes as an effective team member and takes accountability for deliverables  Flexibility to adjust to multiple demands, shifting priorities, ambiguity and rapid change  2 + years vendor management or consulting experience (or experience working and partnering with 3rd party vendors) 1-2 years of experience in a leader/ team lead capacity Resourceful problem solver with experience in mid-size to large projects and implementations of new processes and/or technology Strong MS Office skills (Excel, Powerpoint, Access, Word, Visio, etc) Multi-lingual a strong plus - English plus Asia language, preferred not mandatory Six Sigma experience preferred Bachelor's or Master's Degree is Required Duration: Full Time Eligiblity: GC & US Citizens Only Share the Profiles to mkonni(at)1stitsolutions.com  Contact: 703-349-1214 Keep the subject line with Job Title and Location