Program Manager, Oracle SaaS

Program Manager

The Program Manager will manage large technology implementation projects that contain multiple sub‑projects within an overall program. These programs will have a high degree of complexity, are often on a global scale, and can contain multiple technology components. The individual will also work closely with the Apps Associates PMO on internal initiatives to grow the Practice. This position reports to the Practice Director within the Apps Associates PMO.

• Collaborate with client contacts managing cross‑functional client project team members to facilitate project delivery.
• Ensure the delivery of programs through the following phases:
  Concept, Requirements Definition, Design, Build, Test, and Deployment.
• Collaborate with onshore and offshore project team members to successfully deliver projects.
• Manage the execution of the project's activities and resources in partnership with division technical leads and business partners.
• Lead project teams through scoping definition and ensure all execution efforts align to project goals.
• Lead the establishment of measurable and achievable critical success factors for the project.
• Control planning and execution to ensure that cost, time, and quality goals are met.
• Develop and maintain project plans and related artifacts and provide view of plans and progress to date.
• Manage against the approved budget and recommend course correction as necessary.
• Conduct periodic stakeholder meetings to ensure status clarity and clear expectations.
• Adhere to the Apps Associates project management methodology.
• Possess the ability to turn troubled projects around when and if needed.
• Make continuous improvement a priority; solid grasp of basic and many advanced project management principles.
• Support Apps Associates sales team with development support of new sales opportunities and/or support changes to existing scope utilizing internal change control processes.

• Ability and willingness to travel up to 75% if needed.

• Remote work approved with on‑site/customer facing work required periodically depending on project phase and/or customer requirements.
• For remote work, associate must have a dedicated space to conduct/attend meetings and perform job duties.

• Education and years of experience: BS/BBA 16‑18, MS/MBA 14+.
• 5+ years of Program Management experience with programs of $7M+ in annual revenue.
• 10+ years of consulting experience, most recently in a Senior Project Manager, Program Manager, or similar level role.
• Leadership of a minimum of twelve (12) full life‑cycle implementations in the Senior Project Manager or Program Manager role.
• Global/multi‑product implementation experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong time management, organization, and collaboration skills.
• Proficiency with project management tools such as Microsoft Project, Smartsheet (preferred), Jira (preferred).
• Proficiency with the Microsoft suite of business productivity tools (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, One Note, Teams).
• Strong understanding of the cloud software development lifecycle including waterfall, agile and hybrid methodologies.
• Demonstrated ability to lead multi‑pillar, multi‑project programs.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with C‑Suite stakeholders.
• Effectively manages engagement risks and escalates appropriately.

• Oracle Cloud ERP (Fusion, SCM, Financials, HCM, or equivalent)
• Oracle EBS
• Amazon AWS
• Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI)
• Custom Software Development (Enterprise space)
• Integration technologies such as Boomi, Mule Soft, Oracle Cloud Integration Service or equivalent
• Analytics technologies such as Snowflake, Hyperion, Oracle Analytics Cloud or equivalent
• Salesforce implementation experience

• PMP Certification (PMP, PGMP, CAPM, PMI‑ACP)
• Oracle Cloud Project Management Professional
• Six Sigma Green Belt Certification
• MBA or Higher Education Level

• Perform quality work within deadlines with or without direct supervision.
• Interact professionally with other employees, customers and suppliers.
• Work effectively as a team contributor on all assignments.
• Work independently while understanding the necessity for communicating and coordinating work efforts with other employees and organizations.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Apps Associates is an at‑will employer.

Equal Opportunity Employer. Veterans/Disabled.