POSITION SUMMARY:
The Oracle ERP
Functional Project Manager (FPM) reports
to the Director of Technology Applications and performs the lead role in
overseeing and managing all small, large and midsize implementations and
upgrades of all enterprise software solutions as well as all other interfaces
or business enhancements systems.
In
addition to acting owning and managing all Oracle financial projects, the FPM
will conduct end-to-end planning, upgrade and implementation of ERP system
functionality, which spans multiple departments/divisions/functional areas,
from business planning and modeling to execution and launch.
This
position requires close collaboration with other financial and HRMS modules
officers, supervisors, team leads, department Directors and other senior level
managers
With emphasis on IT
Services Delivery and keeping IT Projects on track, on schedule and on budget,
the Oracle ERP Functional Project Manager also serve as a subject matter expert
for Oracle R12 and Oracle Financials Business Suite or
other enterprise systems.
DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
Maintains
complete control of project schedules, project staff resources, budget, and
risk issues while facilitating timely discussions and decisions to identify
project risks;
Must
be able to lead all RFI, RFP and pre-bid forums for future projects;
Works
on ERP functional issues that arise from upgrade, new system features
implementations and other customer needs that may arise;
Provides
various administrative services necessary to keep the project on track and on
budget;
Develop
scope of work statements, work breakdown structures, resource allocation models
and implementation action plans;
Lead
meetings between stakeholders, resources, senior managers and executives;
As
an Oracle functional Project Manager related to financial modules, this
resource must possess the expertise in the Oracle EBS R12, GL, AR, AP, FA, PO,
WMS, IP, iProcurement, iExpense and other oracle financial modules;
Responsible
for troubleshooting, modifying multiple oracle modules, focusing on Oracle EBS
R12;
Collaborate with developers, DBAs and business users on
system requirements gathering, system analysis, design and implementation of
new features and systems;
Work with the training department to ensure proper trainings
before projects are implemented;
Apply SDLC procedures and practices for all activities and
deliverables;
Provide operational support to internal clients, including
troubleshooting and resolving application issues;
Conduct Oracle Applications functional setups;
Coordinate and verify system testing for system upgrades,
enhancements, and the implementation of new modules;
Partner with business functional areas to improve processes
and realize efficiencies;
Liaison with vendors and consultants to ensure projects are
completed in a timely manner;
Work with Oracle Support to resolve Non-Technical issues with
E-Business Suite functionality;
In-charge of onboarding consultants and vendors as well as
making sure they have proper access as stated in the guidelines of PGCPS;
Demonstrate accountability for meeting milestones and delivery
of a quality product;
Must be cognizant of the feasibility, goals and objectives of
all ERP projects as well as its associated risk;
May occasionally supervise finance team in the absence of their
technical lead; and
Perform other duties as required.
QUALIFICATIONS:The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Must have solid functional knowledge of Oracle iProcurement,
Purchasing, Payables, Sourcing, Contracts, Financial modules, Concurrent Manager
and EBS System Administration;
Experience with supporting Oracle EBS Finance or HRMS
Applications modules;
Proficiency
in developing project plan and managing integrated project schedule using MS
Project;
Experience
implementing IT Systems for private or public sector organization;
Experience
with local and/or state government financial/general ledger programs,
procedures, requirements and reporting, related to financial, procurement,
payroll/personnel, and budgeting processes;
Advanced
level experience/competency in managing and administering the functional
aspects of complex, large-scale ERP financial systems and related post-implementation
issue resolution, particularly Oracle E-Business;
Strong analytical skills;
Basic knowledge of reporting tools such as OBIEE, EIS, Discoverer
and FSGs;
Basic knowledge and understanding of Unix and SQL;
Ability to communicate complex ideas to others; and
Must excellent interpersonal, written, communication and
presentation skills.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor’s degree, Master’s preferred, from an accredited
college or university in Computer Science, Management Information Systems or
related area; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which
provides the required knowledge skills and abilities necessary to perform
effectively in the position.
At least 7 years of Oracle EBS functional experience
supporting Oracle Applications
CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Active Project
Management Professional (PMP) Certification, Preferred
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
No direct supervisory responsibilities.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, talk, hear, walk, sit, and use fingers, tools or controls. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision such as to read handwritten or typed material, the ability to adjust focus, and depth perception. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally push or lift up to 25 lbs.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
None.