Executive Director, Enterprise Applications (Workday)

Executive Director, Enterprise Applications (Workday Financials) RaceTrac is looking for an experienced and forward‑thinking Executive Director of Enterprise Applications to lead the strategy, performance, and evolution of our enterprise application ecosystem. This senior leader will oversee more than 400 applications—including Workday Financials & HR, ServiceNow, Salesforce, and key corporate systems—and ensure they are reliable, scalable, and aligned with RaceTrac’s long‑term business goals. This role is ideal for a seasoned applications leader with deep Workday expertise (especially Workday Financials), exceptional leadership skills, and the ability to influence at the highest levels of the organization. As a key member of our technology leadership team, you’ll partner closely with the Senior Leadership Team, guide a team of managers and technical professionals, and play a critical role in RaceTrac’s succession‑planning strategy. Note: this role is based in Atlanta, GA at RaceTrac's Store Support Center. This is not a remote‑based position. What You’ll Do Set the vision and strategy for RaceTrac’s enterprise applications, ensuring systems support growth, efficiency, and operational excellence. Provide leadership for the design, development, implementation, and support of enterprise applications—with a strong emphasis on Workday. Build trusted partnerships with SLT, business owners, Finance, HR, and IT to ensure alignment and shared accountability. Oversee application roadmaps, licensing, vendor relationships, and total cost of ownership. Champion new technologies, including AI‑enabled capabilities, that enhance automation, decision‑making, and user experience. Lead, coach, and develop a team of managers and technical experts; build a strong leadership pipeline and support succession planning. Drive enterprise‑wide process improvements that simplify work for team members and elevate the guest experience. Stay ahead of industry trends and emerging technologies to strengthen RaceTrac’s competitive advantage. Serve as the executive escalation point for critical Corporate Applications issues. What Success Looks Like (First 6–12 Months) Strong, trust‑based relationships with SLT, business owners, and IT leadership. A clear, actionable roadmap for modernizing and optimizing the enterprise application portfolio—notably Workday Financials and HR. Improved communication and alignment between IT and business units. Early wins in system stability, process optimization, or cost efficiency. Demonstrated strategic foresight in identifying opportunities for AI, automation, and scalable enterprise solutions. Recognition as a high‑potential leader capable of stepping into broader executive responsibilities. What You Bring Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or related field, or equivalent experience. 10+ years of progressive experience leading enterprise applications in complex environments (retail or multi‑unit experience a plus). 7+ years of leadership experience managing managers and multiple functional areas. Deep expertise in Workday—across Workday Financials and HR—with a strong emphasis on Workday Financials. Strong executive communication skills and the ability to influence and collaborate with C‑level leaders. Experience supporting M&A activities from a systems and integration perspective. Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced environment and adapt to evolving business needs. Preferred Qualifications Experience in organizations known for operational excellence. Background supporting HR, Finance, construction, engineering, or corporate services applications. Familiarity with AI‑driven tools and how they integrate into enterprise ecosystems. Strong executive presence with excellent presentation and influencing capabilities. Who You’ll Work With Reports to: Senior IT Leadership Partners with: Senior Leadership Team, HR, Finance, Construction, Engineering, Corporate Services, and business owners across 19+ departments Join a team that values collaboration, communication, innovation, and doing what’s right for the guest. #J-18808-Ljbffr RaceTrac