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 a...