SUMMARY:

• For 18 years, I have been a Hands - on Functional Consultant/Subject Matter Expert (SME) and Hands-On Functional Solution Architect in Oracle’s R12.2.4 EBS Human Capital Management (HCM) full suite of HCM product offerings and Oracle Fusion HCM. I am also a GURU in Oracle's Knowledge Center and UPK (User Productivity Kit Development).
• Recently, 3 years inclusive, I have been a Hands-On Configuration Consultant in Oracle’s Fusion HCM, Global Human Resources, Compensation, Benefits, Workforce Rewards, Workforce Development/Deployment, Functional Setup Manager, Talent /Performance Management and Succession Planning along with other areas of HCM for Ford Motor Company’s worldwide implementation. Also participated in the completion phases of Red Robin (Fusion HCM) and Chick-fil-a (Fusion HCM).
• I have performed 24 system implementations and upgrades with several Oracle Diamond Partners, numerous times, on clients that are Fortune 500 and Fortune 10 "household names" as an independent, self-employed consultant. I have extensive experience in 24 NAICS Industries.
• Prior to working with Oracle software, I also served 20 years in accounting, auditing, management consulting, human resources and payroll management leadership positions.
• I will relocate to a client’s site (anywhere), make their town my home and can be available for service 24/7.
• Past 18 years, seasoned Oracle HCM Fusion and Oracle EBS (Enterprise-wide Business System) R11i up to R11.5.10.2 and on into R12.2.4 Global Business Hands-On HCM Configuration Subject Matter Expert providing implementation, upgrade, go-live and production support through-out the full System Design Life Cycle (SDLC) of Initiation, System Concept Development, Planning, Requirements Analysis, Design, Development, Integration/Testing, Implementation and Post Production Operations & Maintenance.
• Additionally, for 20 prior years, served in accounting, human resources and payroll senior management leadership positions alongside assisting in implementing leading edge complex, enterprise wide Information Technology systems.
• Knowledgeable in the technical capabilities surrounding fast formulas, Open Standard Tools (Java, XML, HTML, BPEL, etc.), data modeling, design and architecture principles and techniques across master data, transaction data and derived/analytic data (e.g. KPIs), data storage/management technologies for both OLTP and DW solutions.
• At times, Concurrently provided Project Management, Change Management, Management, Project Scheduling, Project Tracking and Team Management for all functional/technical aspects on many projects (over 8 years specific PM experience). However, even while providing these skills, I was STILL the hands-on configuration HCM consultant.
• Expert in Team Management and Functional Hands-On Configuration/Management of Oracle HCM Fusion (Cloud) and Oracle R12.2.4 Human Capital Management (HCM), Human Resource Management System (HRMS), Oracle Advanced Benefits (OAB), Open Enrollment, Compensation Workbench (CWB), Business Intelligence/Analytics, Self Service (Employee, Manager and Benefits), Personalization, Payroll, Payroll Integrations, System Integrations, System Administration, Oracle User Productivity Kit (UPK) Developer, Discoverer Reporting Tool and Talent/Performance Management for 25 full system design life cycle implementations/upgrades and production roll-out for many “household name” Fortune 500/Fortune 10 companies within 24 different/diverse industries. Project delivered under stringent timelines/high pressure while providing a smooth interaction/experience to clients.
• Oracle Fusion HCM Cloud Compensation, Benefits and Talent Management for Ford Motor Company hands-on configuration implementing, managing client SME expectations//change, performing required hands-on full HCM Fusion setups and management of HCM team.
• Expert in Oracle Application Implementation Methodology (AIM) approach, Oracle Unified Method (OUM), project management, hands-on configuration and full SDLC documentation while working as an independent consultant for numerous world renowned implementation partners on global implementations/upgrades for multiple, various industries
• Expert HCM Best Practices knowledge and applications within complex business conglomerations
• Excellent knowledge transfer and client service skills. Superior written and verbal communication.
• Excellent UPK Developer and Trainer Skills. Extensive knowledge of UPK especially in the HCM suite area. Developed hundreds of Oracle HCM UPK topics and created dozens of curriculums. Setup and rolled out UPK on client desktops and server centric methods.
• Significant and solid contributor to cross-functional and technical teams. Excellent coordination between globally located teams. Findings, recommendations and analysis have often times led to removing implementation show-stopper roadblocks across various disciplines.
• Seasoned client change management and knowledge transfer consultant with an eye for both immediate and long range needs. Pursues projects with passion and a commitment to overall project success.
• Keen sense of client production environment adoption needs and successful proactive one-on-one, hand-holding approach in incorporating new systems into client day-to-day activities.
• Successfully managed complex projects with global implementation and rapidly evolving requirements.
• Exceptional ability to maintain and build client relationships, frequent travel meeting one on one with clients, able to comfortably converse with all facets and personnel of the clients organization.
• Conversant and intimately involved in technical database, conversion and development facets. Expert and comprehensive knowledge of gathering, designing, testing, executing and implementing “RICE” objects. Preferably, a more thorough explanation of extensions/customizations could be known as “RICEWALSH” objects Reports, Interfaces, Conversions, Extensions/Enhancements, Workflows, Alerts/AME (Approval Management Engine), Languages/Localizations, Security and Help objects
• Extensive experience in 24 NAICS Industries (Companies), specifically:

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

Confidential

Senior Functional Oracle HCM Solution Architect

Responsibilities:

• Managed requirements and design phase towards identifying mutually agreed solutions with technical teams and functional business partner
• Conducted SME preparation workshops driving requirements and configuration design
• Provided hands-on setup for Fusion HCM, Compensation, Workforce Development/Deployment, Security, Functional Setup Manager, Person Profiles, Work Structures and various other HCM setups required
• Acted as Fusion HCM liaison to client personnel and other functional, technical local and global teams.
• For 1+ years, implemented full suite of Oracle EBS R12.2.4 HCM modules during an end to end full SDLC project.

Senior Functional Oracle HCM Solution Architect

Confidential

Responsibilities:

• Participated in the pre - sales initiative which lead to the successful closure of the contract
• Managed requirements and design phase towards identifying mutually agreed solutions with technical teams and functional business partners from around the world (Regions: Asia, South America, South Africa, Europe, US, Canada and UK)
• Managed global/local teams and workshop (CRP, conference room pilot) preparation/presentation
• Conducted SME telephone preparation workshops driving requirements and configuration design
• Provided hands-on setup for Fusion HCM, Compensation, Workforce Development/Deployment, Security, Functional Setup Manager, Person Profiles, Work Structures and various other HCM setups required
• Acted as Fusion HCM liaison to client personnel and other functional, technical local and global teams. Project managed system integration team members

Confidential

Responsibilities:

• Assisted 24 Major USA/Internationally-based HCM Oracle Clients - All Fortune 500/Fortune 10 “household names” across 24 Multiple Varied Industries. Extensive experience in Automotive and Manufacturing Industries. Also 8 union-collective bargaining Public Sector clients.
• Worked multiple times for world renowned Oracle Diamond/Platinum Partners: Deloitte Consulting, IBM Consulting, Oracle Consulting, Confidential, Accenture, PwC, CSC, CGI, Spherion and other top middle tier system integrator consulting firms
• 18 Years Oracle HCM+ consulting, hands-on functional configuration, AIM docs, technical interaction, functional lead and change / project management
• Utilized all AIM document/procedures, such as As-Is/To-Be Process Flows, Requirements Gathering, GAP Analysis, Setup Docs (BR.100), Business Scenarios, Requirements Matrix, Technical Design, Test Scripts, Cut Over and assorted other AIM docs for management of project, communications, change and instance management.
• All engagements included direct involvement in accuracy and completeness of process documentation, work instructions and user guide materials. Possesses extensive, expert experience in Oracle’s User Productivity Kit developer and end user skills for over 7 years.
• All engagements were delivered as successful go-lives on time and on budget
• Provided & enabled significant improvements and project management in all HCM areas with all clients and engagement partners. Heavy involvement in business, legislative, system interfaces, data control and data security requirements.
• Extensive experience in resolving, tracking and monitoring complex system issues. Extensive “My Oracle Support” (SRs) experience working with Oracle Corporation. Also very experienced in SharePoint and various issues tracking system experience too.
• Direct involvement with testing and implementation of system patches, enhancement requests and system upgrades
• Clients Included (in order of most current to past): Bob Evans Farms, Inc., Ford Motor Company (Fusion HCM), Red Robin (Fusion HCM), Chick-fil-a (Fusion HCM), Southwest Gas, Michaels’ Stores, Ciena, Burlington Coat Factory, Schnitzer Steel, Port of Oakland, City of Chattanooga, NAV Canada, Weight

PM/HCM Track Lead

Confidential

Responsibilities:

• Prepared and maintained detailed Project Plans work breakdown structures, monitor activity progress, created Weekly Status Reporting and delivered regular communication presentations to client for Functional/Technical Team Effort for all activities including HR2HR integrations, data conversions, onshore/offshore technical RICE objects, CRP, Global Workshops, design, build, deploy, change management,, testing (Unit Testing, UAT, SIT, PROD) and production conversion
• Responsible for driving and approving all documentation deliverables, risk management, risk mitigation, issue tracking, issue resolution, change management, testing, instance coordination, workshop, and Go Live execution
• Followed Oracle Unified Method (OUM) approach
• Provided oversight and approval for all business process flows, deliverables and strategic process initiatives

PM/HCM Track Lead

Confidential

Responsibilities:

• User Productivity Kit (UPK) Developer prepared topics in all desktop procedures and end user/administrator/business analyst functional . Utilized these topics to publish job aids, test scripts, system process documentation, process flows.
• Project was a reimplementation and upgrade as Financial Chart of Account (COA) structure was completely revamped and COA Key Flexfield structures revised creating a need to remap/re-implement all HR, Payroll and Benefits into a new instance.
• Project also involved migration and conversion of another business segment operations
• Prepared and maintained detailed Project Plans work breakdown structures, monitor activity progress, created Weekly Status Reporting and delivered regular communication presentations to client (CIO, CEO, Program Executive Stakeholder Sponsors) for Functional/Technical Team Effort for all activities including HR2HR integrations, data conversions, onshore/offshore technical RICE objects, CRP, Global Workshops, design, build, deploy, change management,, testing (Unit Testing, UAT, SIT, PROD) and production conversion
• Responsible for driving and approving all documentation deliverables, risk management, risk mitigation, issue tracking, issue resolution, change management, testing, instance coordination, workshop, and Go Live execution
• Followed Oracle Implementation Methodology (AIM) approach
• Provided oversight and approval for all business process flows and strategic process initiatives

PM/HCM Track Lead

Confidential

Responsibilities:

• User Productivity Kit (UPK) Developer prepared topics in all desktop procedures and end user/administrator/business analyst functional . Utilized these topics to publish job aids, test scripts, system process documentation, process flows.
• Project was a fresh install of Oracle and involved migration and conversion of legacy systems data to Oracle R12.1
• Prepared and maintained detailed Project Plans work breakdown structures, monitor activity progress, created Weekly Status Reporting and delivered regular communication presentations to client (Program Executive Stakeholder Sponsors) for Functional/Technical Team Effort for all activities including HR2HR integrations, data conversions, onshore/offshore technical RICE objects, CRP, Global Workshops, design, build, deploy, change management,, testing (Unit Testing, UAT, SIT, PROD) and production conversion
• Responsible for driving and approving all documentation deliverables, risk management, risk mitigation, issue tracking, issue resolution, change management, testing, instance coordination, workshop, and Go Live execution
• Followed Oracle Implementation Methodology (AIM) approach
• Provided oversight and approval for all business process flows and strategic process initiatives

PM/HCM Track Lead

Confidential

Responsibilities:

• Project was a fresh install of Oracle and involved migration and conversion of legacy systems data to Oracle R12.1 plus migration/integration of two other restaurant entities purchased during the implementation
• Prepared and maintained detailed Project Plans work breakdown structures, monitor activity progress, created Weekly Status Reporting and delivered regular communication presentations to client (Program Executive Stakeholder Sponsors) for Functional/Technical Team Effort for all activities including HR2HR integrations, data conversions, onshore/offshore technical RICE objects, CRP, Global Workshops, design, build, deploy, change management,, testing (Unit Testing, UAT, SIT, PROD) and production conversion
• Responsible for driving and approving all documentation deliverables, risk management, risk mitigation, issue tracking, issue resolution, change management, testing, instance coordination, workshop, and Go Live execution
• Followed Oracle Implementation Methodology (AIM) approach
• Provided oversight and approval for all business process flows and strategic process initiatives

Program Manager

Confidential

Responsibilities:

• Project was a fresh install of Oracle and involved migration and conversion of legacy systems data to Oracle 11i
• Direct management of 85 SMEs and all their activities
• Prepared and maintained detailed Project Plans work breakdown structures, monitor activity progress, created Weekly Status Reporting and delivered regular communication presentations to client (Program Executive Stakeholder Sponsors) for Functional/Technical Team Effort for all activities including HR2HR integrations, data conversions, onshore/offshore technical RICE objects, CRP, Global Workshops, design, build, deploy, change management,, testing (Unit Testing, UAT, SIT, PROD) and production conversion
• Responsible for driving and approving all documentation deliverables, risk management, risk mitigation, issue tracking, issue resolution, change management, testing, instance coordination, workshop, and Go Live execution
• Followed Oracle Implementation Methodology (AIM) approach
• Provided oversight and approval for all business process flows, final documentation deliverables and strategic process initiatives
• Led daily team member meetings of all project personnel