Workday Project Manager (San Jose)

Job Title: Project Manager – Change Management & Internal Communications

Experience: 10+ Years

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager with a strong background in Change Management and Internal Corporate Communications. This role will be responsible for driving organization-wide communication strategies and leading change initiatives across enterprise systems such as ERP and SaaS platforms.

The ideal candidate will bridge the gap between IT and business stakeholders by ensuring effective communication, smooth adoption of new systems, and successful execution of change programs.

Key Responsibilities

Internal Communications Strategy

Develop and execute enterprise-wide IT communication strategies

Create, review, and distribute clear, engaging communication materials (emails, newsletters, leadership updates, announcements)

Partner with leadership to align messaging with business goals and transformation initiatives

Manage communication calendars and ensure timely delivery across all channels

Change Management

Lead end-to-end change management initiatives for enterprise system implementations

Drive adoption strategies for platforms like:

ERP (Oracle Fusion, SAP, etc.)

CRM (Salesforce)

HCM (Workday)

Conduct stakeholder analysis, impact assessments, and readiness evaluations

Develop training, adoption, and reinforcement plans

Stakeholder Management

Collaborate with IT, HR, and business leaders to ensure alignment

Act as a liaison between technical teams and end-users

Facilitate workshops, town halls, and feedback sessions

Program & Project Management

Manage project timelines, deliverables, and communication plans

Track adoption metrics and change effectiveness

Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies

Required Skills & Qualifications

10+ years of experience in Project/Program Management

Proven experience in Change Management frameworks (e.g., ADKAR, Prosci)

Strong experience in Internal Corporate Communications

Hands-on experience with enterprise platforms:

Oracle Fusion / SAP / Workday / Salesforce

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ability to create executive-level presentations and messaging

Experience working in large enterprise environments