HR Applications Manager

Job Description We are seeking an experienced HR Applications Manager with a passion for digital transformation and business process innovation. This role is responsible for the management and support of a portfolio of Applications that HR team leverages for their business operations. The Position has overall responsibility for the architecture, support, maintenance, deployment, and enhancement of the portfolio of HR Applications. The HR Applications Manager is responsible for all aspects of solution design to ensure that it meets business needs as well as IT Design and Security standards. The manager will build and motivate their team to continue to innovate, produce high quality solutions and operate efficiently while working collaboratively with cross-functional IT partners and Business partners to achieve the end goal for the team. Duties and Responsibilities: The IT Applications Manager - HR will be responsible for leading a team that is comprised of Analysts and Developers as well as leveraging an offshore Managed Services team to deliver business outcomes and achieve operational efficiency. The position works closely with Offshore support team in ensuring that we provide highest quality support for the HR team and maintaining SLA's. The ideal candidate will possess the following skills and experience: •Build, Motivate and Lead a team of Analysts and Developers that are skilled in the technology and Applications under this team. (Primary Application being Oracle Fusion HCM). •Collaborate with business and key IT stakeholders to plan, prioritize, and schedule applications development and enhancement requests, while providing direction and guidance to the applications development staff. •Thorough understanding of the Business processes and Data flows that cover the areas of functionality of HR business. •Analyze a high-level objective/Goal/Problem statement and lead independently a team through requirements gathering session and solution design. •Prepare and execute a detailed implementation plan for an agreed upon solution design. •Ability to handle small to medium sized projects/enhancements end to end through a standard SDLC process. •Manage Production and operational support activities for the HR Applications; This could be through a Managed service partner or internally staffed analysts and developers. •Work cross functionally with IT partners to execute the activities - Production or Operational support and enhancements/projects. •Establish solid design principles that aligns with overall company and IT standards and security; Ensure governance in place to make sure that the team follows established principles. •Establish and ensure follow through on all security and compliance standards across all responsible application/functionality. •Understand all aspects of configuration and integration for the responsible application/functionality. •Ensure patches and releases are executed timely and appropriately; ensure appropriate recovery, backup and archiving strategies are in place. •A passion for all things technology and a drive to learn/implement new technologies to see where they can benefit the business. •An interest in staying hands-on technical as well as wearing that team management hat. Requirements 8+ years of experience managing teams in an ERP environment (Both HCM and/or Finance). 5+ years of experience leading Oracle Fusion HCM support and/or implementation team. 8+ years of hands-on experience in Oracle fusion HCM configuration, integration, etc. in variety of modules (Core HR, Payroll, Compensation, Recruiting, Time &Labor, etc.). Proven experience in working collaboratively with business partners at various individual and leadership levels as well as managing relationships with vendors/consultants. Expertise in business process analysis, requirements gathering, solution design and development, vendor management, enterprise application support, and a strong business understanding. Demonstrated experience working with Managed service partners - offshore and nearshore. Proven experience in managing relationships with vendors/consultants, IT teams and internal stakeholders. Ability to analyze a problem or a requirement, break it down and derive detailed set of requirements. Knowledge of HR business processes. Ability to visually represent through business process flows, Data flows and other architecture diagrams. Highly effective problem solving and critical thinking skills. Project Management skills. Collaborative approach on working with business and IT partners. Communication leveraging different styles that is tailored to the audience. Calm and composed under pressure. Translate business to technical language and vice versa. Establish trusted network with peers and leaders in the company. Strive to achieve continuous improvement through innovative ideas. Hold oneself and their teams accountable for outcomes. Minimum Education: •Bachelor's Degree - Required Other: Direct Employee Hire only (no C2C or 1099)

Created: 2024-11-05