Sr. Manager, HRIS

Boot Barn • Irvine, CA

6d • $135,000 - $145,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Boot Barn is where community comes first. We thrive on togetherness, collaboration, and belonging. We build each other up, listen intently, and implement out-of-the-box ideas. We celebrate new innovations, congratulate one another’s achievements, and most importantly support each other. At Boot Barn, we work together to make a positive impact on the world around us, and by working collectively with encouragement, we consider ourselves “Partners.” With the values of the West guiding us, Boot Barn celebrates heritage, welcomes all, and values each unique Partner within our Boot Barn community. Our vision is to offer everyone a piece of the American spirit – one handshake at a time. We are seeking an experienced and strategic Sr. Manager of HRIS to lead our HR technology systems and data strategy. This role focuses on optimizing HR systems, driving workforce insights, and supporting data-driven decision-making — all while leading a collaborative, high-performing team. The ideal candidate will also have experience supporting HR data that ties into key workforce processes, such as compensation, time management, and compliance reporting.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, Data Science, Statistics, Information Systems, or a related field a plus.
• 6-8 years of experience in HRIS management, people analytics, or HR technology leadership, with exposure to compensation or time management data processes.
• Hands-on experience with systems like ADP, Workday, Dayforce
• Experience leading system implementations, upgrades, or integrations
• Background in data interpretation, compliance, or reporting
• Ability to see the big picture, align HRIS and analytics strategies with business goals, and prioritize effectively.
• Proven track record of managing and developing high-performing teams.
• Strategic and forward-thinking mindset
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Effective communicator across technical and non-technical audiences; listens carefully and attentively to others' opinions and ideas.
• Communicates information clearly, concisely, and professionally.
• Ability to drive change and improve processes
• Collaborative leadership and relationship-building skills
• High attention to detail with a focus on data integrity
• Comfortable navigating ambiguity and prioritizing competing demands
• Follows through on commitments. Is honest and direct with others. Promotes a culture of respect for, commitment to, and compliance with Company values, beliefs, and standards. Ensures the protection of confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the configuration, maintenance, and optimization of HR systems to ensure accurate data flow across Partner records, compensation structures, and time-tracking processes.
• Develop and execute a people analytics strategy to deliver actionable insights that inform talent management, workforce planning, and operational efficiencies.
• Ensure data accuracy and consistency across systems supporting Partner lifecycle processes — from hiring and benefits to compensation adjustments and regulatory reporting.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of HRIS Analysts and Coordinators, driving collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Apply statistical analysis and data science principles to uncover workforce trends, forecast needs, and optimize labor-related insights.
• Build and maintain dashboards and reports using Excel and business intelligence tools to support business decisions, including workforce planning, headcount, and compensation analysis.
• Partner with HR, Finance, and Operations teams to align HR data systems with workforce planning, budget forecasting, and compliance reporting needs.
• Drive system enhancements, data processes, and analytics initiatives that support long-term organizational and workforce strategy.
• Demonstrates high level of quality work, attendance and appearance.
• Demonstrates a high degree of professionalism in communication, attitude and teamwork with customers, peers and management.
• Adhere to all local, federal and state laws in addition to Company policies, procedures, and practices.
• Perform any other duties that may be assigned by management.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Merchandise discount: 50% off of Exclusive Brands and 40% off of third-party brands.
• Paid Time Off plan for year-round Boot Barn Partners.
• Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance.
• 401(k) plan with generous company matching.
• Flexible schedules and work/life balance.
• Opportunities for growth at every level – we are opening 50+ new stores each year.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager