Oracle CX Fusion - Senior Project Manager

Applications Software Technology (AST) was founded on one simple thought… we put our people and our customers first, and you can never lose. AST is a globally recognized award-winning full-service enterprise Cloud transformation and systems integrator, specializing in Oracle Cloud, NetSuite, JD Edwards and Salesforce, serving clients in the Public and Commercial Sectors for over 30 years. Clients look to AST for leadership and assistance in systems integration, business process redesign, project management, systems administration, and training. From on-premises 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 might be the place for you.

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Oracle Fusion CX - Senior Project Manager with extensive experience in Scrum methodologies and proficiency in Jira. The successful candidate will play a key role in leading and managing Oracle Fusion projects, ensuring successful delivery within scope, schedule, and budget. Must have a a strong background in project management, Oracle Fusion applications, including Oracle CX applications and Agile methodologies. This is a US based, full-time/Permanent and remote role only, with travel to customer sites as needed.

What You'll Do:

• Project Planning and Execution including:
• Develop and execute project plans, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and objectives.
• Utilize Oracle Fusion project management best practices to deliver projects on time and within budget.
• Monitor and control project activities, identifying and addressing risks and issues proactively.
• Responsible for profitably managing the development and implementation of medium-to-large-scale services projects or sub-projects that consistently deliver high client value.
• Provides leadership and creativity in the development and implementation of services and solutions engagements.
• Establishes and manages the project plan (development, delivery schedule, resource requirements, 3rd parties, cost budget methodology, tools, standards and quality).
• Agile Methodologies:
• Implement and drive Agile/Scrum methodologies for Oracle Fusion projects.
• Lead and facilitate Scrum ceremonies, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
• Foster a collaborative and transparent team environment to maximize efficiency and effectiveness.
• Manage and configure Jira to support Agile project management processes.
• Create and maintain project boards, workflows, and dashboards in Jira.
• Train and support team members on Jira usage for project tracking and reporting.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders, ensuring clear and concise updates on project progress.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including developers, business analysts, and quality assurance, to achieve project objectives.
• Allocate and manage resources effectively to ensure optimal project performance.
• Collaborate with HR and department heads to identify resource needs and address staffing requirements.
• Implement and oversee quality assurance processes to deliver high-quality Oracle Fusion solutions.
• Conduct regular reviews and assessments to ensure compliance with project standards.
• Jira Proficiency:
• Stakeholder Communication:
• Resource Management:
• Quality Assurance:

What You’ll Bring:

• A minimum of 10 years of consulting experience, with at least 4 years of managing projects/programs within the organization's industry, domain or program solutions.
• Proven experience managing Oracle Fusion CX application projects from initiation to completion.
• Project management experience with at least 2 of those years managing large, more complex projects, generally up to $5 million of services value per year.
• Strong understanding and application of Agile/Scrum methodologies.
• In-depth knowledge of Jira and its application in project management.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
• PMP, Scrum Master, or related certifications are a plus.
• Previous experience in Oracle Fusion applications implementation is highly desirable.
• Using business process redesign, change management and information planning tools and methodologies to identify new business opportunities.
• Successful track record of engagement capture and client relationship management.
• University degree or equivalent education or experience.
• Must have a successful track record as a project manager and have proven leadership and people development capabilities.

What We Bring:

At AST, people are 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, dental, vision, retirement/401k, disability, life insurance, and unlimited PTO for all our North American employees to balance your work and life. We also offer additional benefits, such as commuter benefits, legal insurance, pet insurance, sabbatical leave, education reimbursement, parental leave, and much more.

Our Culture:

At AST, people are the center of everything we do. In 30 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:

• 2024 Chicago Tribune Top Workplaces by Energage (6th consecutive year)
• 2024 National Cultural Excellence for Woman-Led Organizations by Energage
• 2024 National Cultural Excellence for Innovation by Energage
• 2023 National Cultural Excellence for Remote Work by Energage
• 2023 National Cultural Excellence for Innovation by Energage
• 2023 National Cultural Excellence for DE&I Practices by Energage
• 2023 National Cultural Excellence for Leadership by Energage

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. The salary range for this role is $155K to$205K. A link to AST's benefits can be found here: https://astcorporation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/AST-Benefits-Summary_2025.pdf