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RaceTrac ยท 15 hours ago

Director, HR Technology & Operations

RaceTrac is seeking a Director of HR Technology & Operations who will modernize and scale people operations to enhance employee experiences and operational excellence. This senior HR leader will oversee HR technology, payroll, reporting, and service delivery while leading a high-performing team to meet organizational needs.

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Responsibilities

Provide strategic direction and daily oversight of Payroll, HR Technology, HR Reporting & Analytics, and HR Operations (shared services)
Ensure accurate, timely, and compliant payroll processing across multiple jurisdictions
Deliver consistent, people-centered HR service through Tier 1 employee support, policy guidance, and routine HR transactions
Standardize HR policies, workflows, and SLAs to ensure efficiency and accountability
Establish and track KPIs/SLAs to measure service delivery, quality, and employee experience
Lead strategic HR initiatives, including process redesign, technology enablement, and service model modernization
Drive ongoing initiatives such as workforce management system implementation and optimization of Workday HCM
Champion automation, digitization, and self-service solutions to improve scalability and employee empowerment
Apply continuous improvement methodologies to streamline workflows and elevate HR service delivery
Lead change management efforts, including stakeholder engagement, communications, training, and adoption strategies
Own the HR technology ecosystem, ensuring systems are optimized, integrated, and aligned with business needs
Safeguard HR data integrity, security, and governance; ensure compliance with internal and external standards and requirements
Deliver actionable workforce analytics and dashboards to enable data-driven decision-making
Partner with business partners (including but not limited to; IT, Accounting, and Operations) to integrate HR data with enterprise systems for end-to-end insights and planning
In partnership with the HR Compliance Manager, ensure HR and payroll operations comply with all labor laws, tax regulations, and internal controls
Proactively identify and mitigate operational and compliance risks; maintain documentation, reporting, and governance standards
Build, lead, and develop a collaborative, high-performing team focused on accountability, service excellence, and innovation
Partner with HR COEs, HRBPs, and business leaders to align HR operations and technology solutions with organizational strategy
Serve as a trusted advisor to HR leadership and stakeholders on operational performance, transformation progress, and compliance risks

Qualification

HR TechnologyPayroll ManagementHR Reporting & AnalyticsProcess ImprovementWorkdayStrategic PlanningChange LeadershipStakeholder ManagementCross-functional CollaborationCommunication Skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (Master's preferred)
10+ years of progressive HR leadership, with depth in HR operations, payroll, HR technology, and transformation
Proven success leading HR initiatives, focusing on modernization and transformation (systems, process, shared services optimization)
Expertise with HR technologies and platforms (Workday preferred; ADP, UKG, or similar a plus)
Strong analytical skills, with ability to translate HR data into actionable business insights
Skilled in strategic planning, program management, operational excellence, change leadership, and cross-functional collaboration
Exceptional communication, stakeholder management, and leadership capabilities

Company

RaceTrac

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Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, family-owned RaceTrac is one of the largest privately held companies in the United States, serving guests since 1934.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Karla Ahlert
Chief Financial Officer
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John Lukas
CIO and Vice President
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