Role Overview:
We are seeking a driven and detail-oriented Project Manager to join our ERP implementation team. Under the guidance of the Program Manager, you will own and execute multiple critical workstreams within the overall Oracle system implementation and associated integrations. This role demands strong project management skills, the ability to manage a team and budgets, and collaboration with diverse stakeholders. It requires a focus on delivering results within defined timelines.
Key Responsibilities:
Workstream Ownership: Manage the detailed project plans, timelines, dependencies, budgets, and resource allocation for assigned workstream(s) of the Oracle ERP implementation, ensuring alignment with the overall project plan.
Process Management: Collaborate with business process owners and functional leads to define requirements, map processes, and configure systems in your designated area(s).
Team Management: Lead and guide a team of business analysts and other project team members within your assigned workstream(s).
Risk and Issue Management: Proactively identify and manage risks within assigned workstreams. Escalate potential impact on the broader project to the Program Manager. Develop and implement solutions to keep your project components on track.
Partner Coordination: Where required, work with Oracle representatives and/or external partners to manage technical integrations and align on requirements.
Communication: Provide regular progress reports to the Program Manager, team members, and other project stakeholders.
Documentation: Maintain accurate and comprehensive project documentation as per defined standards.
Testing and Validation: Participate in the development of test plans for assigned workstream(s). Support execution of testing and UAT, ensuring issues are addressed.
Qualifications:
Experience: Minimum of 3+ years of project management experience. Demonstrated experience in technology implementations and managing budgets is preferred. Deep financial knowledge to assist in translating the implementation process to financially minded stakeholders. Experience in K-12 education industry.
Domain Knowledge: Understanding of core Oracle ERP concepts and familiarity with workstream areas like work orders, inventory, and finances associated is desirable.
Certifications: PMP certification or equivalent is a plus.
Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, adept at working with both technical and business teams.
Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset.
Organization: Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously, prioritize effectively, and maintain attention to detail.
Experience in higher education is preferred.
Location: Ideally based in or with the ability to relocate to the Reno, Nevada area.