Manager Strategic Program Delivery and Operations

JOB SUMMARY

The Strategic Program Delivery and Operations manager is a strategic and influential role designed to steer and innovate cloud operations and lead the transformation through Oracle Cloud ERP (and other project) implementations within Enterprise Finance and Supply Chain organizations. This position calls for a visionary leader who can blend technological acumen with strategic business insights to drive operational excellence and transformative outcomes. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of cloud services and ERP systems demonstrating an ability to navigate complex transformation initiatives with a focus on delivering value enhancing operational efficiency and achieving strategic business goals. This role demands a leader who is adept at fostering collaboration inspiring innovation and cultivating a culture that prioritizes purposeful execution teamwork and a customer-first approach. Through strategic direction and impactful leadership the this manager will play a crucial role in shaping the future of the organizations cloud and ERP landscape ensuring alignment with overall business objectives and delivering sustainable growth and competitive advantage.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform management responsibilities to include but are not limited to: involved in hiring and termination decisions coaching and development rewards and recognition performance management and staff productivity. Plan organize staff direct and control the day-to-day operations of the department; develop and implement policies and programs as necessary; may have budgetary responsibility and authority.
• Lead the strategic planning and execution of systems across Finance and other areas ensuring operational excellence and alignment with business priorities through the management of the organizations portfolio of technology and non-technology initiatives from initiation through execution ensuring alignment with strategic goals. Establish and report upon qualitative and quantitative measurements of project status and success.
• Own all aspects of the cloud operations process lifecycle including strategy planning and cloud governance including the Change Advisory/Change Control Board and oversee change management activities.
• Drive operational excellence through the identification and implementation of continuous improvement initiatives best practices and procedures across all areas of operations. Define KPIs metrics and SLAs to measure and monitor performance cost and support baselines.
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives for tools and processes to support the expansion of cloud services and customer base.
• Other duties as assigned or requested.

EXPERIENCE

• 3 years of experience in management or leadership role.
• 6 years of experience in project management.

Preferred

• 5 years of experience in consulting technology services cloud operations or related field.
  

SKILLS

• Track record of driving transformational change leading teams developing talent and building relationships
• Outstanding customer focus results orientation strategic thinking change advocate continuous improvement talent development
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills

EDUCATION

• Bachelors degree or relevant experience and/or education as determined by the company in lieu of bachelors degree.

Preferred

• Masters

LICENSES or CERTIFICATIONS

• Project Management Professional (PMP)

Preferred

• Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL)
• Lean Six Sigma

Language (Other than English):

None

Travel Requirement:

0% - 25%

PHYSICAL MENTAL DEMANDS and WORKING CONDITIONS

Position Type

Office- or Remote-based

Teaches / trains others

Occasionally

Travel from the office to various work sites or from site-to-site

Rarely

Works primarily out-of-the office selling products/services (sales employees)

Never

Physical work site required

No

Lifting: up to 10 pounds

Constantly

Lifting: 10 to 25 pounds

Occasionally

Lifting: 25 to 50 pounds

Rarely

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