ERP Lead, Senior Analyst - P2P

JOB DESCRIPTION A techno / functional role providing support of technology solutions that are complex and related to Oracle Cloud (SaaS) ERP environment for the core financial applications (GL, AP, AR, FA, Purchasing, Projects, Expenses).

The role will work with the business to understand requirements to determine the best options for implementing solutions within the SaaS and PaaS environments to align with the Inspire multi-brand model.

This role will be split (30 / 70) between supporting the production environment and leading projects and enhancements. This person should be able to think strategically and understand the bigger picture when developing solutions.

RESPONSIBILITIES

As a Lead within the Oracle Cloud P2P suite, your role involves taking a proactive approach to configuring, implementing, and troubleshooting end-to-end Oracle Cloud P2P solutions.

You will primarily focus on the Procurement and Accounts Payable modules, while experience with related Cloud SCM modules such as Inventory and Order Management would be advantageous.

You may be working within a consultancy or systems integrator, providing expertise and guidance to users.

Understand Business Requirements : Collaborate with the business and project team to comprehend their business requirements within the P2P stream.

Gain a deep understanding of their needs and objectives.

Design and Implement Solutions : Utilize your expertise in Oracle solutions to design, develop, and implement appropriate solutions that align with the business requirements.

Leverage industry best practices to ensure the user can achieve their goals effectively.

Risk Management : Identify potential risks and issues within the implementation project. Recommend strategies and approaches to mitigate these risks and ensure a successful project delivery.

Prototype Development : Provide users with options by creating prototypes, which serve as tangible examples to help them visualize potential solutions.

These prototypes can aid in decision-making and allow users to make informed choices.

Requirement Mapping and Gap Analysis : Conduct requirement mapping to align the user's business processes with the Oracle system's capabilities.

Perform a gap analysis to identify any disparities between the user's requirements and the system's functionality.

Lead User Acceptance Testing (UAT) : Take the lead in facilitating UAT sessions where stakeholders can test and validate the configured system.

Lead UAT activities to ensure users are comfortable with the system and identify any issues that need to be addressed.

Troubleshooting and Configuration : Perform hands-on configuration and troubleshooting of the Oracle application to ensure it functions as expected.

Resolve any technical issues that arise during the implementation process.

Documentation : Create and maintain comprehensive documentation of the implemented solutions, including configuration settings, customizations, and troubleshooting steps.

This documentation ensures knowledge transfer and provides references for future support and maintenance.

Communication and Business User Management : Establish effective communication channels with all relevant business functions and stakeholders involved in the project.

Address any concerns promptly and provide timely responses to maintain a positive relationship.

Overall, your role involves being a trusted advisor to business, leveraging your expertise in Oracle solutions to deliver successful P2P implementations, while ensuring effective communication, risk management, and user training throughout the process.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum : 4 Year degree in computer science or a related technical field required

7-10 years Implementing and supporting Oracle financial applications, preferably in a retail environment.

One full lifecycle of implementing Oracle Financial Cloud

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, OR ABILITIES

Oracle Cloud P2P Expertise : Demonstrate a minimum of 7-10 years of experience working with Oracle P2P, with at least 2-3 years specifically within the Oracle Cloud P2P suite.

Possess in-depth knowledge and hands-on experience in configuring, implementing, and troubleshooting Oracle Cloud P2P solutions including FBDI data loading.

Lead Role : Take a leadership position within the Oracle Cloud P2P implementation projects. Utilize your expertise to guide and mentor the implementation team, ensuring successful project delivery.

Configuration and Implementation : Apply your hands-on experience to configure Oracle Cloud P2P modules, including Procurement and Accounts Payable.

Ensure that the implemented solutions align with the user's business requirements and industry best practices.

Troubleshooting : Possess strong troubleshooting skills to identify and resolve any issues that arise during the Oracle Cloud P2P implementation process.

Use your expertise to quickly analyze problems and provide effective solutions.

Oracle Cloud SCM Knowledge : Familiarity with related Oracle Cloud SCM modules such as Inventory and Order Management is a plus.

Understanding how these modules integrate with the P2P stream can contribute to a comprehensive solution for users.

Consultancy / Systems Integrator Experience : Previous experience working within a consultancy or systems integrator is beneficial.

This experience can enhance your ability to work collaboratively with business users and contractors in a collaborative way, understand their unique business requirements, and provide valuable recommendations and solutions.

Proactive and Initiative : Possess a proactive mindset, taking the initiative to identify areas for improvement, provide recommendations, and drive the implementation process forward.

Demonstrate the ability to anticipate and address potential challenges before they become significant issues.

By meeting these qualifications and fulfilling your role, you will play a vital part in delivering successful Oracle Cloud P2P implementations, providing expertise and guidance to Business Users, and driving the adoption of industry best practices.

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Ability to multi-task effectively

Likes to accept new challenges and learn new things.

Self-starter that can work independently to achieve results.

Strong team orientation and interpersonal skills

Well-organized, excellent attention to detail

Ability to run advanced queries using tools such as Toad, as well as a basic understanding of Oracle table

structures and data models.

Proficient in the following technologies :

OTBI / BI Reports

Experience working with decentralized teams, vendors, and offshore development teams.

Ability to maintain composure in highly stressful situations.

This position sits within our Atlanta Support Center with an expectation to be onsite 80% of the time