Champion Homes, a leader in modular home manufacturing based in Troy, MI, seeks an experienced Oracle Fusion ERP Program Manager to drive their digital transformation journey.
As Program Manager, you'll lead the successful implementation of their multi-year Oracle Fusion ERP Transformation initiative. This key role requires proven experience overseeing large-scale ERP deployments including implementation, rollout, change management, and stakeholder engagement specifically with Oracle Fusion Applications.
The ideal candidate will take ownership of project outcomes and be directly invested in the success of this strategic initiative.
Detailed Job Description is posted below:
SUMMARY
Reporting to the Director of PMO, the primary focus of the Program Manager is to ensure the success of the Oracle Cloud ERP implementation, oversee internal business project management, and manage training, adoption and communication. This individual will lead change management initiatives, execute project plans, manage budgets, and mitigate risks. The Program Manager will play a critical role in aligning with and reporting to senior leadership, including EVP, RVP, and C-suite, while possessing strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Program management:
- Lead the successful program management across several Oracle ERP business-led IT projects across corporate and multiple plant locations.
- Manage change and adoption and sunset initiatives, ensuring smooth transitions and minimal disruption.
- Develop and execute detailed project plans, including budgeting and resource allocation.
- Identify, assess, and mitigate risks associated with IT and Business projects across multiple manufacturing facilities
- Regularly update and align with senior leadership, including EVP, RVP, C-suite, and Board of Directors.
- Provide comprehensive reports on project progress, challenges, and outcomes.
Training and Communication:
- Lead adoption of new systems, processes and ways of working across multiple plants transitioning from legacy systems
- Lead design and delivery of training programs to ensure effective adoption of new systems and processes.
- Develop communication strategies to keep all stakeholders informed and engaged.
- Create training materials and documentation to support ongoing education and development.
Oversight of Internal Business Project Management:
- Oversee the management of various projects within the ERP program.
- Ensure projects are completed on time, within scope, and within budget.
- Coordinate with cross-functional teams and vendors to ensure alignment and collaboration.
- Monitor project performance and implement improvements as necessary.
- Develop and implement a comprehensive change management strategy for Champion’s ERP implementation across all facilities.
- Drive program objectives, operationalize launch plans, and manage implementation activities across diverse stakeholder groups.
- Scale services, tools, and processes to support business growth while maintaining a high bar for customer experience.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate new initiatives and ensure seamless execution.
- Develop clear and thorough program/process launch announcements for impacted stakeholders.
- Advocate for the Business Development office’s objectives and strive to simplify and improve impacted departments and facilities’ experience.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Project Management, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in program management, with minimum of 5 years of experience in Oracle ERP implementation and internal business projects.
- Experience with ERP systems implementation in a distributed manufacturing environment (particularly Oracle Fusion) is a MUST.
- Strong expertise in change management, budgeting, planning, and risk management.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and influence senior leadership.
- Demonstrated ability to design and deliver effective training programs.
- Strong organizational and multitasking skills, with a keen attention to detail.
- Proficiency in project management tools and software.
- PMP or similar project management certification is a plus.
- Experience managing large-scale, complex projects from initiation to completion.
- Strong knowledge of project management methodologies, tools, and best practices.
- Experience managing and growing technical leaders and teams.
- Experience running company-wide initiatives requiring teamwork across a broad set of partners and participants.
- Proven knowledge of portfolio, resource, and process management.
- Adept at working well across organizations and building relationships with a nationally diverse workforce.