Senior Business Analyst, Workday HCM – Canadian Tire – Toronto, ON

Canadian Tire Corporation is looking for a Senior Business Analyst, Workday HCM to join their team in Toronto, Ontario. This is a technical leadership role focused on Workday Security and Workday Integrations — two areas that are central to how Canadian Tire manages its global workforce. If you’re someone who thrives at the intersection of HR policy and technical systems, this role offers the scope and complexity to keep you engaged.

Sitting within the Workday & HR Platforms chapter, you’ll be a functional lead who ensures employees have the right level of system access while maintaining seamless data flow between Workday and external platforms. Beyond day-to-day support, you’ll drive quarterly security audits, lead semi-annual Workday releases, and collaborate with both internal teams and external vendors to deliver meaningful enhancements across the organization.

About the Role: Senior Business Analyst, Workday HCM

This position goes well beyond system maintenance. You’ll act as a Workday subject matter expert for the Integrations and Security modules, bringing hands-on expertise while also drawing on working knowledge across Core HCM, Recruiting, Compensation, Benefits, Payroll, Learning, Talent, Time Tracking, and Absence Management. You’ll partner with functional teams to review business requirements, recommend process improvements, and translate HR policy into technical configuration.

Collaboration is a key part of this role. You’ll work closely with external technical vendors, internal partners, and audit stakeholders to ensure data accuracy, system integrity, and compliance. Whether you’re building Enterprise Interface Builders (EIBs) for mass data uploads or leading the rollout of new security frameworks, you’ll be expected to manage complexity with precision and initiative.

Benefits and Salary

Canadian Tire offers a broadband salary range of $80,000 to $131,000, with final compensation determined by experience, internal equity, and market alignment. Beyond salary, employees can access store discounts, Canadian Tire Profit Sharing, retirement and savings programs, and supported learning through the Triangle Learning Academy. The enhanced flex benefits package includes $5,000 per year in mental health support for eligible employees and their families, along with total well-being tools and resources.

Responsibilities

In this role, you’ll take ownership of Workday Security configurations and Integration modules while providing day-to-day functional support across the platform. Your work directly impacts how employees across the organization access systems, how data moves between platforms, and how HR technology evolves to meet the business’s needs.

• Act as subject matter expert for Workday Integrations and Security, with working knowledge across HCM Core, Payroll, Benefits, Compensation, Recruiting, Talent, Learning, and more
• Lead quarterly security audits and semi-annual Workday release cycles to deliver new functionality and enhancements
• Maintain and develop Canadian Tire’s Workday security framework, including custom security roles and security configurations for new integrations
• Coordinate with external vendors to execute maintenance and enhancements of Workday configurations, including business processes, notifications, and eligibility rules
• Troubleshoot and resolve integration issues with technical partners to ensure accurate and timely data flow between systems and external providers
• Build, test, and upload Enterprise Interface Builders (EIBs) for mass data uploads as required
• Partner with functional teams to review business requirements, recommend process improvements, and deploy system enhancements
• Support internal and external audit requirements as needed

Requirements / Skills

The ideal candidate brings deep, hands-on Workday expertise — particularly in Security and Integrations — along with the communication skills to bridge HR and technology teams. Canadian Tire values candidates who are collaborative, curious, and comfortable navigating complex, multi-dimensional problems in a fast-paced environment.

• 4–7 years of hands-on Workday experience covering Integrations (Studio, API, EIB, Connector) and Security module administration
• Workday certification in Security and/or Integrations is considered a strong asset
• Knowledge of additional Workday modules such as HCM Core, Scheduling, Time Tracking, Benefits, Compensation, Recruiting, Talent, Learning, Help, and Payroll
• Strong vendor management skills with a proven track record of managing external consultants and third-party service providers
• Deep understanding of HR business processes and data requirements in a complex organizational environment
• Exceptional problem-solving ability with the capacity to identify and resolve complex, multi-dimensional issues
• Retail, distribution centre, or hourly workforce exposure is considered a strong asset

How to Apply

To apply for this Senior Business Analyst, Workday HCM position at Canadian Tire in Toronto, use the link below to access the official posting. Ensure your resume is up to date and reflects your Workday Security and Integrations experience before submitting.

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