Senior Principal Consultant- SCM Cloud

Applications Software Technology (AST) was founded on one simple thought, to put our people and our customers first, and you can never lose. AST is a globally recognized award-winning full-service enterprise systems integrator, serving clients in the Public and Commercial Sectors for over 27 years. Clients look to AST for leadership and assistance in systems integration, business process redesign, project management, systems administration, and training. From on-premise applications to modern cloud technology, AST's services encompass all aspects of Enterprise Resource Planning, Business Intelligence, Enterprise Performance Management, Customer Experience, and Middleware. AST also offers flexible Managed Services, supporting the needs of over 200 Public Sector and Commercial customers around the globe. If you're someone with energy, drive, and creativity, AST is the place for you.

Why should you join AST? 

At AST, people are at the center of everything we do, and we work to provide you with benefits beyond a paycheck.  We strive to develop and recognize our people at all levels and give them the rewards they deserve.  We offer full benefits including medical and life insurance. Our corporate culture is our competitive advantage. We offer equal growth opportunities across the organization and provide an engaging and nurturing environment, creating highly collaborative teams.​ We practice open and transparent ​communication and provide immense ​support to your work-life balance with ​Hybrid working model. If you're someone with energy, drive, and a passion for innovation, you will be surrounded by like minds at AST. We are Oracle Certified Partners, who strive every day to be the best at what we do.

If you're an Oracle SCM aficionado with a passion for driving efficiency and innovation, AST is the place for you. Join us in revolutionizing the SCM landscape, and let's elevate your career together.

The Role:

Are you ready to elevate your career as a financial technology expert? Join AST as a Senior Principal Consultant- SCM.

As a Senior Principal Consultant- SCM at AST, you'll step into a world of innovation and transformation. You'll collaborate closely with clients, leveraging your deep knowledge of SCM modules to craft tailored solutions that optimize financial processes and business operations.

This role isn't just about numbers; it's about making a tangible impact on businesses' financial health. You'll be at the forefront of change management, guiding organizations as they embrace new technologies and processes.

What you'll do: 

• Serve as the Functional Expert and Trusted Advisor in support of Oracle Cloud SCM functional modules
• Solid experience with Oracle Cloud SCM Modules like Purchasing, SSP, Sourcing, Supplier Qualification Management, Procurement Contracts, PIM, Inventory
• Lead complex functional/process analysis and translate customer business requirements into Oracle SCM cloud solution architecture.
• Nice to have experience or exposure on Manufacturing, Quality and Order Management modules.
• Engage with clients and lead workshops to define business requirements 
• Must have led teams including resource and performance management
• Good knowledge of Oracle processes around Oracle Supply Chain modules.
• Conduct gap analysis between delivered functionality and client requirements. Provide solutions to Gaps along with recommended solution for the SCM modules 
• Map customer's business process to Oracle Cloud SCM Applications processes 
• Configure/Setup the modules to align with customer's business processes 
• Handling multiple delivery engagements and assessing, delivering new functional developments for clients
• Hands-on configuration, functional design document and configuration, support tech development, building test scripts and user manuals, conducting application testing.
• Deeply understand customer needs and translate them into system, application, or process designs

What We're Looking For: 

• 12 plus years of experience in leading and supporting Oracle Cloud SCM Applications
• At least 6 to 8 years of experience in End-to-End implementation / Production Support projects of Oracle Fusion SCM modules across industry domains
• Experience in gathering and documenting business requirements, functional configuration, testing, client user training
• Experience in Production Support and trouble-shooting the issues and resolving the issues meeting SLA timelines
• Experience in Month End Period Close Process and Year End Close Process. 
• Collaborate with the team to meet tight deadlines
• Oracle Fusion Certification in SCM modules will be an added advantage
• Excellent verbal and written communication, active listening, and interpersonal skills
• Adapt to new projects quickly with a can-do, jump-right-in attitude
• 4-year Bachelor degree (or equivalent experience
• Prior experience leading a project team in a delivery role; required
• Public Sector (K12 Educational Sector, Federal/State/Local) experience highly preferred. Private Sector experienced considered

Our Culture:

At AST, people are at the center of everything we do. In over 27 years of business, we know that putting our people first is the key to success.  Our passion for people has earned us multiple awards.  Here are some of the most recent:

• 2022 Top Workplaces in the Nation by Energage
• 2022 National Cultural Excellence for Leadership by Energage
• 2022 National Cultural Excellence for Innovation by Energage
• 2022 Chicago Tribune Top Workplaces by Energage
• 2022 Dallas Fort Worth's 2022 Best and Brightest Companies to Work For by National Association for Business Resources (NABR)
• AST India- 2022 Great Place to Work Certification
• 2021 Best & Brightest Companies to Work For by National Association for Business Resources (NABR)
• 2021 National Cultural Excellence for Remote Work by Energage
• 2021 National Cultural Excellence for DE& I Practices by Energage
• 2021 Chicago Tribune Top Workplaces by Energage
• AST India- 2021 Great Place to Work Certification

We foster a culture of trust, ownership, and innovation at every level of the organization. All doors are open and everyone's ideas matter, giving our people the ability to quickly understand our customers' needs and translate those needs into action. While we celebrate individual wins, we always strive for shared success. We are One AST.

Statement of Non-Discrimination: We value global diversity and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where we learn from each other. AST is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, making all employment decisions, including recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status or any other characteristic or classification protected by law.

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