Senior Oracle Cloud Project Portfolio Management Solution Architect

WHAT WILL YOU BE DOING :

• Establish and implement best practices for Oracle Cloud PPM solutions, including governance, risk management, and compliance.
• Engaging with clients to grasp their business needs, pinpoint challenges, and transform them into robust, scalable solutions utilizing Oracle Cloud technologies.
• Design end-to-end PPM system architectures based on Oracle Cloud PPM applications : Project Control, Project Costing, Project Contracts, Project Billing, Project Performance Reporting, Project and Task Management, Project Resource Management, and Grants Management.
• Offering expert advice on Oracle Cloud PPM best practices and leading global design workshops and presentations to showcase Oracle Cloud PPM capabilities and gather requirements from stakeholders.
• Lead implementation projects of Oracle Cloud PPM in the identification of business requirements, functional design, process design (including scenario design, flow mapping), prototyping, testing, defining support procedures for Oracle ERP products.
• Oversee the entire lifecycle of Oracle Cloud PPM implementations, from planning to deployment and support.
• Developing current and future-state business process flows using Oracle's recommended methodologies.
• Collaborating with clients to devise tailored solutions for business challenges, ensuring alignment with their objectives and optimal performance delivery
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including functional consultants, developers, and project managers to ensure delivery of a holistic solution in terms of accounting and impact to financial applications within project timelines and budget constraints.
• Maintaining thorough documentation including requirements, FIT / GAP Analysis, Key Design Decisions, Process Flows, Data Conversion Strategies, Functional Design Specifications, RAID.

WHAT YOU NEED FOR THIS POSITION

• Proven experience (+ years) as a Solution Architect, or similar senior consulting role specializing in Cloud Project Portfolio Management (PPM) solutions architecture.
• In-depth knowledge and hands-on implementation experience designing and implementing scalable, and reliable Oracle Cloud PPM applications and functionalities (PFJ, PCC, PCL, PPM, PRM, PGM, PJB, and PDSC) with at least end to end Cloud implementation projects.
• Experience leading and guiding clients with full lifecycle Oracle Cloud implementation projects, including requirements gathering, leading fit-gap analysis, solution design, configuration, testing, and deployment.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams in the development and deployment of complex solutions, including custom extensions and integrations.
• Expertise with business processes in PPM, SLA, including a flow from FIN, or SCM.
• Collaborating with FIN, HCM, SCM, and EPM leads in areas integrating with PPM applications.
• Experience working with C-level and mid-level client contacts, managing client interactions, and managing onshore and offshore resources.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple task assignments within a structured implementation methodology.
• Experience providing leadership and guidance to project team.
• Staying abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies to provide innovative solutions.
• Oracle Cloud certification(s) a strong plus.

This role requires strong analytical and problem-solving skills, along with the ability to communicate effectively with external and internal stakeholders, both technical and non-technical.

• Effective Communication : Able to convey complex information in a clear and concise manner.
• Excellent writing skills : Able to produce clear and concise documents; excellent verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively articulate ideas and thoughts.
• Problem-Solving : Able to analyze problems, propose effective solutions, and implement them meeting client expectations.
• Empathy : Understand clients' perspectives and empathize with their pain points to establish trust and rapport.
• Adaptability and Flexibility : Ability to handle deadlines and priorities without compromising on quality.
• Time Management : Managing time effectively to ensure timely completion of deliverables.
• Teamwork : Team player willing to support colleagues and contribute to a positive work environment; shares knowledge and resources with colleagues.
• Professional Presentation : Proficient in creating and delivering presentations.
• Demonstrates strong ownership and accountability.
30+ days ago