EY Oracle Services - Cloud SCM Cost Management 

United States, Ohio, Akron 

213085141

Oracle Services practice assists our national consulting practices in planning, pursuing, delivering and managing large, complex full lifecycle initiatives along with providing experience in leading practices, methods, and resources in the Oracle applications and technology space. This group advises clients to understand, architect and implement the core applications and technology required to run their business. This position will support Oracle Services Supply Chain/Asset Management sub-practice as a Manager within of project teams working with our clients and guiding them through agreed upon phases of the ERP project governance, requirements definition, technology risk analysis, customization, testing, implementation, training and rollout of a client's project lifecycle. They will also provide advisory services as part of assessments and support services either as post implementation support or manage service agreements.

Join our dynamic team as a Technology Business Analyst Manager, where you will bridge the gap between business needs and technical solutions. You'll be instrumental in analyzing business models and processes to capture requirements that translate into technical specifications. Your role will be pivotal in ensuring that the system architecture solutions align with business objectives.

Your key responsibilities

As a Manager in Technology Business Analysis, you will manage and deliver high-quality processes, solutions, or projects with a focus on risk management. Your responsibilities will include continuous process improvement, innovation, and leveraging best practices. You will oversee professional employees or supervise teams to achieve complex technical initiatives. Expect to maintain billable client charging, lead delivery streams, manage projects, and engage with external clients daily. Travel may be required based on client needs.

• Lead the translation of business requirements into technical specifications

• Evaluate and ensure alignment of technology solutions with business objectives

• Drive continuous improvement and innovation in processes and solutions

Skills and attributes for success

To thrive in this role, you'll need a strong foundation in managing processes and solutions with an emphasis on quality and risk management. Your ability to engage in research and apply best practices will be key to driving innovation.

• Leading and mentoring teams of junior practitioners

• Facilitating client facing meetings

• Team with client business and technology professionals, and/or third-party strategic alliances to provide implementation of Oracle solutions

• Ability to configure Oracle EBS or Cloud applications related to Cost, Inventory Management and related products (examples: WIP, BOM, PLM, Agile, etc.)

• Understanding of business concepts and processes involving cost management, inventory management, transactions, movements, costing methods, variance reporting, overheads, resources, manufacturing, period end close, product costing, assembly costing, and cost accounting.

• Develop long-term relationships and networks both internally and externally

• Interact and communicate effectively with supply chain and technology senior and middle management executives as well as end user and business subject matter experts.

• Demonstrate strong decision-making skills in developing solutions for complex problems

• Modify policies and establish procedures within the scope of work

• Exercise sound judgment in selecting methods and criteria for obtaining results

• Possess a functional understanding of system development lifecycle and technology business architecture frameworks

To qualify for the role, you must have

• A Bachelor's degree

• 4 to 6 years of relevant experience working with an ERP system in a software configuration implementation role specifically in Oracle EBS or Cloud

• A proven track record in system implementation for Manufacturing (Discrete and/or Process) and related modules/applications

• 4-6 full lifecycle implementations in any of the above

• A familiarity with Oracle methodologies such as OUM or AIM

• Strong written and verbal communication, presentation, client service and technical writing skills, coupled with a strong interest in further developing and integrating enterprise business processes with technology skills

• Ability and comfort level researching client inquiries and emerging issues

• A willingness and ability to travel as needed to meet client demand

• Industry experience in manufacturing roles is a plus

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Additional qualifications that enhance your ability to succeed in this role

• Experience in leading cross-functional teams

• A proactive approach to problem-solving and decision-making

• Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
• Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.