Tom Williams
About Tom Williams
Tom Williams is the Senior HRIS Manager (Workday) at Kohl's, with extensive experience in HRIS management and a background in programming and business administration.
Company
Tom Williams is currently working at Kohl's, where he holds the position of Senior HRIS Manager (Workday). His expertise at Kohl's focuses on managing human resources information systems, particularly leveraging Workday to meet the company's needs.
Title
Tom Williams serves as a Senior HRIS Manager specializing in Workday. In his role, he focuses on optimizing HR processes through the use of Workday tools and methodologies.
Education and Expertise
Tom Williams studied Management of Information Systems and received a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, completing his degree in 1999. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Wisconsin-Parkside, achieving a GPA of 3.934, and graduating in 2010. His academic background underpins his technical acumen and managerial skills.
Professional Background
Prior to his current role at Kohl's, Tom Williams has accrued significant experience at well-known companies. He worked as a Senior Programmer Analyst at AT&T from 2000 to 2005. His career started as an Intern at M&I Data Services in 1998, where he worked for six months. Over the years, Tom has developed a robust skill set in IT and HRIS management.
Public Speaking
Tom Williams showcased his expertise by presenting at Workday Rising 2022. His session, titled 'Winning with Automation at Kohl’s', highlighted key strategies and methodologies for leveraging automation to improve efficiency within HR operations.
Process Improvement Initiatives
Tom Williams implemented and leveraged a Kanban approach in JIRA to enhance workflow and deliver faster value to internal customers. This initiative helped streamline tasks and improve overall project management efficiency within Kohl's.
Collaborations and Partnerships
Tom Williams partnered directly with Workday through design partner groups and collaborations, influencing future changes to support the company's evolving needs. His collaboration efforts ensure that Kohl's remains aligned with industry advancements and best practices.
Vendor Management
In partnership with Kohl's Vendor Management Office, Tom Williams played a significant role in negotiating multiple successful contract renewals. His involvement in these negotiations ensured that Kohl's secured favorable terms and sustained valuable vendor relationships.
User Experience Enhancements
Tom Williams implemented multiple continuous feedback loops with key corporate and field business partners to address pain points and user experience gaps in Workday. This approach ensured that Kohl's HRIS solutions remained user-centric and adaptable to the needs of the organization.