Principal Functional Consultant for OTM (Oracle Transportation Management)

Job description

An experienced consulting professional who has an understanding of solutions, industry best practices, multiple business processes or technology designs within a product/technology family. Operates independently to provide quality work products to an engagement. Performs varied and complex duties and tasks that need independent judgment, in order to implement Oracle products and technology to meet customer needs. Applies Oracle methodology, company procedures, and leading practices.

Operates independently to provide quality work products to an engagement. Performs varied and complex duties and tasks that need independent judgment, in order to implement Oracle products and technology to meet customer needs. Applies Oracle methodology, company procedures, and leading practices. Demonstrates expertise to deliver functional and technical solutions on moderately complex customer engagements. May act as the team lead on projects. Effectively consults with management of customer organizations. Participates in business development activities. Develops and configures detailed solutions for moderately complex projects.

5-7 years of experience relevant to this position including 2 years consulting experience preferred. Undergraduate degree or equivalent experience. Product or technical expertise relevant to practice focus. Ability to communicate effectively. Ability to build rapport with team members and clients. Ability to travel as needed.

Desired profile

Qualifications :

Oracle EMEA Consulting Overview

Oracle Consulting (OC) has an extremely high profile with customers. We understand and analyze their IT problems and opportunities, then provide the best Oracle technology solutions. Technology and Applications consultants act as trusted advisors for customers, and do whatever it takes to deliver solutions that meet their business and value objectives.

As a consulting business, customer relationships are the heart of growing our business. We are ambassadors at the customer site both to create the right relationship and trust from the customers and to deliver high quality projects, services and advices. Our skills and capabilities are Oracle Consulting's most important asset.

Oracle runs its EMEA Consulting Services organization with a geographical focus and product (solution) focus.

SCOPE:

·  Reports to OTM Practice Manager and works as part of the EMEA Oracle Transportation Management (OTM) Consulting Team
·  Works across Oracle lines of business assisting with delivery, pre-sales & education
·  Works closely with EMEA country organisations, as required, with potentially extensive travel within the region
·  Works alongside Partners and other third party organizations as required
·  Interacts with and works alongside the Client team, at customer site as/when required
·  Works towards an utilisation/cost recovery target

RESPONSIBILITIES:

·  Assisting with requirement definitions
·  Implementing OTM and GTM applications in line with an agreed proposal
·  Contributing to Solution design, including Prototype configuration, Solution documentation and Testing
·  Balancing the clients demands with protecting Oracle commercial interests
·  Working alongside Partner and other third party organisations as required
·  Developing and maintaining an up to date knowledge of relevant Oracle products and services
·  Training and knowledge transfer of application configuration details and sharing best practice within the practice and across lines of business
·  Acting as an expert in the specialist practice area

ACCOUNTABILITIES:

·  Listen to & understand clients requirements and translate into implementable solutions
·  Gain client acceptance of the defined solution
·  Maintain knowledge of Oracle's current and future products/solutions offerings
·  Maintain Industry/business knowledge
·  Represent Oracle professionally to clients, partners and other third parties