Manager, Oracle HCM Project

Job Title: Manager, Oracle HCM Project Location: [US" Remote"] Department: Human Resources / HRIS Reports To: [VP Global Compensation, Benefits & HR Systems] Position Summary: The Manager, Oracle HCM Project is responsible for leading the planning, coordination, and execution of Oracle HCM Cloud initiatives. This includes managing cross-functional teams, collaborating with both technical and business stakeholders, and ensuring successful delivery of projects within scope, schedule, and budget. The ideal candidate will possess a solid understanding of Oracle HCM Cloud modules, HR operations, and project delivery best practices. Key Responsibilities: • Lead end-to-end project management for Oracle HCM Cloud enhancements, integrations, upgrades, and ongoing support. • Develop and maintain extensive project plans, schedules, budgets, and resource allocation. • Coordinate tasks across technical, functional, and business units to ensure timely and aligned project execution. • Oversee quarterly Oracle upgrades, patches, and bug fixes; track and manage additional system issues. • Facilitate business requirements gathering, solution design review sessions, UAT planning, and deployment strategies. • Manage project risks, issues, scope changes, and communications across all phases of the project lifecycle. • Collaborate with internal departments (HR, IT, Finance) and third-party vendors to ensure seamless delivery. • Monitor and report project status, risks, and mitigation plans to stakeholders. • Ensure compliance with data governance, system security standards, and change management protocols. • Assists in the development of communication, education and documentation of change that users will experience with system upgrades. • Support post-deployment stabilization and handover to support operations. • Maintain and communicate enhancement backlogs and help prioritize them with the HR team. • Oversee and manage Oracle help desk and associated tickets. • Coordinate with Oracle for Service Requests (SRs) and monitor the impact of new product releases. • Track and report on key metrics such as SLA adherence and system adoption rates. • Remain informed of new Oracle HCM Cloud features, functionalities, and best practices. Requirements & Qualifications: • Minimum 5 years of project management experience, ideally in an HRIS or HCM environment. • Experience with change management. • Strong functional understanding of Oracle HCM Cloud applications and HR processes. • Knowledge of project management methodologies including Agile and Waterfall. • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word). • Experience working in a global, cross-cultural environment. • Strong attention to detail with superior analytical and problem-solving abilities. Personal Attributes: • Strong leadership and organizational skills with a proven ability to manage multiple initiatives. • Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills. • Self-starter with a high level of energy and a proactive approach to completing tasks. • Ability to present complex ideas in a user-friendly and business-oriented manner. Apply tot his job