Oracle PDH - Lead Consultant

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JOB SUMMARY:

A Lead Consultant at Argano is a highly experienced professional in the consulting family responsible for providing solution leadership to mid-to-large client engagements and contributing to the growth and development of the consulting practice. The ideal candidate will be a consummate professional who can thrive in an upbeat and innovative environment and collaborate with clients to deliver a state-of-the-art solution. The individual will excel at delivering high quality service and cutting-edge solutions to Argano clients in the Oracle community. The Oracle Cloud PDH Lead Consultant will focus on guiding and assisting clients through all phases of Oracle PDH Cloud implementation. The successful candidate will have completed three successful Oracle Cloud implementations with a leading role as the PDH subject matter expert and lead. An Oracle Cloud PDH Consultant is responsible for the overall Enterprise Cloud solution for his area throughout all phases of the implementation. This individual will identify and apply creative and innovative approaches to resolving product implementation and integration obstacles. They provide expert advice, guidance, and solutions related to technology to businesses and organizations. Their goal is to help clients optimize their technology infrastructure, processes, and strategies to achieve their business objectives more efficiently and effectively.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead mid to large size and complex Oracle Cloud consulting engagements.
• Extensive whole lifecycle experience in leading Oracle PDH requirements workshops, solutions architecture & design discussions.
• Leads the implementation of the Oracle Cloud PDH module from cradle-to-grave implementing industry best practices, in a cross functional capacity with other functional tracks, and consults with clients to provide cost-effective solutions to client business scenarios.
• Analyze current systems and data to identify new requirements, recognizing the need for systems enhancements or modifications if necessary (RICE items). This will involve presenting and clearly quantifying the benefits of the proposed solutions.
• Ability to lead, mentor, train, and guide an Oracle PDH application team.
• Identifies and applies creative and innovative approaches to resolving product implementation and integration obstacles and problems.
• Develop and implement long-term client strategies as required.
• Effectively communicate with clients, team members, and stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
• Continuously monitor the performance of implemented solutions to identify areas for improvement or optimization. Provide recommendations for updates, upgrades, or modifications as needed.

MINIMUM AND/OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as Information Technology, Computer Science, Business Administration, Economics, Finance, Engineering, etc.

EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum 7 years of experience as Oracle Functional consultant with 3+ years of experience in solution design for Oracle PDH cloud implementations.
• Expert level experience as an Oracle PDH Lead implementing or supporting Oracle Cloud implementation projects and upgrades.
• Knowledgeable and experienced with Web Services and the use of Oracle Cloud delivered Web Services (SOAP & REST) is preferred.
• Expert consulting experience and business analytical skills to gather and document business requirements, leading fit-gap analysis, business process designs, managing conference room pilots (CRPs), perform functional configuration, and manage testing of Oracle PDH solutions.
• Understanding of best practices product lifecycle management processes and/or new product development/introduction process requirements.
• Expert level experience in Oracle Product Data Hub with a good understanding of how attributes in PDH impact various functional areas in the following key Oracle Cloud Applications:
• Oracle Cloud Inventory
• Oracle Cloud Procurement
• Oracle Cloud Order Management
• Oracle Cloud Manufacturing
• Oracle Cloud Demand/Supply Planning
• Proven experience with guiding clients through business process improvements.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, presentation, and communication skills.
• High commitment to exceed performance expectations.
• Ability to write functional specification based on user requirements.
• Senior enough to be able to independently handle client expectations.
• Professional approach when dealing with internal and external customers.
• Ability to maintain a positive attitude under stressful circumstances.
• Willingness to travel as needed.
• Preferred consulting experience in a similar role in a professional services firm or industry experience at a strategic level is required.

SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• Communication: Proficient in English written and verbal communications. Excellent verbal and written communication skills to interact with clients, team members, and stakeholders.
• Complex Functional Track Leadership: Track leads are responsible for leading their functional tracks throughout the project.
• Thought Leadership: Providing thought leadership and industry expertise.
• Mentorship and Coaching: Indirectly developing and coaching junior and mid-level consultants.
• Strategic Vision: Contributes to the strategic goals and objectives of the project and department.
• Executive Presence: The ability to interact effectively with senior client executives when required.

Argano is the first of its kind: a digital consultancy totally immersed in high-performance operations. We steward enterprises through ever-evolving markets, empowering them with transformative strategies and technologies to exceed customer expectations, unlock commercial innovation, and drive optimal efficiency and growth.

Argano is an equal-opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.