SUMMARY:

• A insightful, results - driven IT professional with notable success implementing a broad range of Global Corporate IT initiatives while participating in planning, analysis and implementation of solutions in support of business objectives. A very good background in implementing Oracle ERP solutions and web based applications. Has proven ability to bridge technology and business goals to provide productive solutions.
• Experience in interfacing with key business units including Marketing, Finance, Operations, Human resources, Manufacturing and Engineering in multi cultural global arena. Excel at providing comprehensive analysis, design and full life cycle project management. Hands-on experience leading all stages of Application development efforts, including requirements definition, design, architecture, Build, testing and post production support. Outstanding project leader; able to coordinate and direct all phases of project-based efforts while managing, motivating, and mentoring teams.
• Experience with offshore and onsite resource management. Excellent communicator with emphasis on building strong client relationships. Quick learner that rapidly adapts to emerging technologies.
• Enterprise Resource Planning Enterprise Architecture E - Commerce Systems
• Project Management Release Management Quality Assurance
• Production Support Data Warehouse Electronic Data Interface (EDI)
• Data Management Strategy Development Process Re-Engineering
• Client Relationships Service Oriented Architecture
• Offshore Resource Management Vendor Management
• Over 15 years of IT experience in design, development and deployment of large-scale Oracle ERP Implementations.
• Developed project scope definition and implementation plans to maximize allocation of resources, ensure timeliness of delivery and optimize technology solutions
• Proven Oracle Development Manager/Technical Project Manager.
• Participated as key stakeholder in ERP implementation projects to develop requirements, design, build, and support on-time implementations.
• Managed a fully integrated team to provide user support, on-going system maintenance (patching), and additional configurations that enhance business process changes and prevent system downtime
• Established and maintains standards for system and applications architecture, configuration, and documentation. Develops standardized documentation and policies
• Lead, manage, and participate in key organizational IT initiatives, such as business continuity planning, IT audits, and asset protection policy development
• Ensured that all processes and documentation are adequate and effective to meet specifications and requirements
• Manages and maintains productive relationships with business managers,, IT colleagues, and outside consulting resources.
• Experienced technical systems development and integration professional with strong technical background. Significant database applications implementation experience from selection through roll-out including development, major customization, testing, and . Extremely proficient in the use of data extraction, cleansing and related tool sets. Significant software industry experience in software design, development and testing.
• Extensive experience in Oracle ERP applications (E-Business Suite 11.x/R12) and Oracle Database (8i/9i/10g/11) and bolt on tools. Extensive exposure to RDBMS design/Architecture and Data Modeling. Extensive Use of Software Engineering and programming skills to design and implement C, C ++and JAVA and PL/SQL programs, UNIX/Linux Scripts. Implemented multiple projects in Oracle Applications (11.0.3,11.5.10 and R12) as part of a Global Deployment of a single ERP instance.
• Ability to manage internal and external development projects from inception to successful implementation. High degree of initiative, highly motivated, attention to detail, ability to multi-task, project management and organizational skills, interpersonal skills, verbal and written communication skills. Understanding of how to leverage business applications for competitive advantage.
• Expert in Design and Development of RICEW Objects.( Reports, Interfaces, Conversions, Extensions and Workflows)
• Expertise includes the requirement gathering, Technical Design, Data mapping, and code development of objects for Data conversion and Customization.
• Conversant with Key Flex fields, Descriptive Flex fields, in defining custom Value sets and using them where required. Conversant with defining new Application Responsibilities, Menus, Request Groups, Defining printers and printer styles.
• Workflow Related Skills includes Customization of Seeded workflow process using Workflow Builder tool, Configuring OAM, AME Approval definitions, Workflow Administration, Workflow Notification Mailer Configuration.
• Worked on Forms Personalization and Custom.pll changes.
• Implemented Data Model for a functional area in the Enterprise Data Warehouseas part of the architect team. The source of this Data Warehouse was various Oracle ERP Applications worldwide. ed Stock Options from a select few for exceeding performance.
• Developed Best Practices and standards for Design and development.
• Strong judgment, issues/risk management and problem analysis techniques and the ability to work as an individual contributor in a cross matrix environment.
• Knowledge of rapid application development (RAD) environments.
• Experience in ITIL Best Practices, Release Management, Quality Assurance and Production Support. Ability to develop and deliver projects using leading-edge technology. Exposure to SEI/CMM and Six Sigma.
• Strong analytical and communication skills, problem solving skills, self-motivated and a team player. Ability to blend creativity, problem solving, and technical skills for refining existing theories or developing new system approaches to seize opportunities and sustain business success.
• Ability to communicate status, schedules and needs to IT and clients, as well as ensure that plans are in place and standards are adhered to.
• Strong customer focus and ability to manage client expectations.
• Experience managing and interfacing with multi-site and offshore teams.

TECHNICAL SKILLS:

Languages: C, C++, Java(J2EE), SQL, PL/SQL, Pro *C,HTML, JavaScript, UNIX/Linux Shell Scripting, Awk, Perl, sed, CGI scripts, Visual Basic

Platforms: Windows 9x/NT/2000/XP, UNIX( HP-UX, Solaris),Linux- Red Hat, Sun Sparc, Mac OS,.NETOracle Applications (11i and R12)HRMS,Payroll,OTA

Distribution, Manufacturing, SCM, and Financials: Order Management (OM/OE/ONT),Advanced Pricing, Shipping Execution (WSH), Inventory (INV), Bill of Materials(BOM), Spares Management (CSP), Field Service (CSF), Electronic Commerce/EDI Gateway (EC), Accounts Receivable (AR), Accounts Payable (AP), General Ledger (GL),Fixed Assets ( FA),Purchasing (PO), Work in Process (WIP), Oracle Shop Floor Management (OSFM),Projects(PA),Enterprise Asset Management(EAM)

CRM: Oracle Service/Customer Relationship Management (CRM/JTF):Service/TeleService/Service Requests/Case Management/Customer Support/CustomerCare (CS/CSS/CSC), Installed Base (CSI/CSE), Service Contracts/Contracts Core(OKS/OKC), CRM Foundation (JTF), Trading Community Architecture (TCA/HZ), Depot Repair, Spares Management

Other Oracle Skills: Oracle Data Integrator(ODI),Workflow/Workflow Builder, AME Approval Management Engine Alerts (ALR), Application Object Library(AOL/FND), Concurrent Manager (CM), Flexfields, SQL, SQL*Plus, PL/SQL, Pro *C/C++, SQL*Loader, iDeveloper (including Forms6i and Reports6i) and Developer 2000, SQL*REPORT, Oracle Forms, SQL*Report Writer,TOAD, SQL Navigator, PL/SQL Developer,Logical Apps,SOA Suite(BPEL),JDeveloper,BI Publisher(XML Publisher)

RDBMS: Oracle 8.x/9.x/10g/11g, ODBC, JDBC, SQL Net

OLAP/Data warehousing: Essbase, Business Objects,Informatica

Reporting Tools: Oracle Reports,BI Publisher( XML publisher) Crystal Reports, Excel Addin for Essbase, Essbase reporting featuresData Modeling: Dimensional (Star, Snowflake Schema), 3NF

Design tools: Informatica PowerCenter 8.x,Erwin, Designer 2000

Change Management: SCCS, PVCS, Clear Case, ITG Kintana, Sub Version, SharePointDocumentum, ClearQuest, Bugzilla, RemedyMethodologies AIM,Waterfall, AGILE, RAD, SCRUM, ITIL

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

Confidential

Development Manager

Responsibilities:

• Work in conjunction with the Client Director to set IT technical objectives, technical scope and technical strategies around software technologies in place and to be implemented, identifying critical success factors, risks and key business assumptions.
• Participated in Global Design Sessions to understand client requirements, gather and design solutions and educated the client of Oracle Best practices.
• Developed the Data Conversion Strategy to convert data from Legacy systems an put together a Legacy system disposition plan .
• Mentored the client in Data Cleansing approach and put together a Data Cleansing plan to clean up legacy data.
• Participate in Functional and Technical Design Reviews and Code reviews to ensure Design standards and Coding Standards are being adhered to and all requirements are being met.
• Identify change management tactical plans, forecast needs for resources, confirm IT organization commitment, readiness for change and accountability, as well as address business organization buy-in and ownership around software technologies.
• Conducted sessions to client technical team on Oracle Technologies and introduce them to Oracle tool sets and AIM methodology.
• Constantly evaluate the overall technical effectiveness of IT solutions, ensure key decision makers are involved in appropriate stages of the projects, and manage IT key risks to success.
• Designed the system architecture and interface architecture.
• Work as a Liaison between the Business the technical teams to understand functional requirements and analyze impact from a business process and system stand point.
• Third party vendor management like Vertex, Core, Athand e.t.c and banks for positive pay interfaces.
• Work with Oracle Support to manage critical SR’s and patching.
• Work with Core Systems who is our hosting partner to manage database related activities such as cloning, patching and backups.
• Developed the instance strategy and patching process flow for this project.
• Worked on Project planning activities and providing estimates for RICEW deliverables and hiring resources. Developed the technical plan for the project.
• Design and Development of RICEW objects.
• Coordinating and supervising the work of the IT Technical Leads and Software Engineers, and provide management and guidance to the team, ensuring that quality and methodology standards are adhered to.
• Designed the Data Conversion Flow .
• Report weekly development status to the PMO.
• Managing 5 onsite and 12 offshore resources.

Confidential

Development Lead

Responsibilities:

• Identify and procure all project-related items, including need for integration partners and staff augmentation.
• Participate in the interfacing with the customers to gather future requirements.
• Develop, maintain, and provide status reports on technology progress metrics for project team, executive management and team members.
• Prioritize and coordinate developments necessary to customizations.
• Participate to the management of inter-projects dependencies.
• Control and manage overall software technology aspects of the project effort and adherence to IT standards, and support the use and evolution of the defined project methodologies.
• Design and Development of Reports Using BI Publisher.
• Design and development of RICE components for various modules.
• Design and Development of Conversions from Legacy Systems.( Items, Item Categories, BOM, WIP conversions)

Confidential, Dallas,Texas

Oracle Development Manager

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the management of projects to ensure projects are completed on time, on budget, according to company standards and business requirements. Develops project plans and schedules with key milestones, contingency plans and charts.
• Identified resource requirements and resource availability considering factorsf project based initiatives and support requirements. Responsible for planning and directing resource allocation to ensure emphasis is placed on major strategies and high payback opportunities.
• Designed and Developed custom applications that interface with Oracle application modules using SOA ( BPEL ) and Portal technologies. Exposed various web services to external customers for real time interfaces.
• Designed a Custom Application that uses SOA/BPEL for field engineers to access the Field Service/Spares Management Module from their PDA’s /Smart Phones .
• Worked directly with customers to identify systems development needs, to clarify requirements and the objectives of the program’s intent, to identify problems, recommend changes, and to determine the extent of required Oracle application changes. Helped drive solutions that follow industry best practices and businesses objectives. Participates in directing the revision of existing programs to increase operating efficiency and to adapt the system to the new requirements.
• Responsible for establishing standards and processes to support: Defining Business and
• Systems Requirements; Designing and Developing Functional and Technical Solutions;
• Solution Testing; Implementing Post-Go Live Support; and Operational Procedures including establishing/monitoring key SLA objectives; and Project Governance.
• Lead and mentor developers and business analysts involving Oracle E-Business Suitedevelopment and implementation to ensure proper technical solutions and processes are implemented to meet business needs.
• Responsible for design and development of all RICE components, forms personalization’s and Data Mart designs.
• Areas include Finance ( GL,AP,AR), Order Management,Advanced Pricing, Purchasing, Distribution and Service ( Field Service,Service Contracts,Installed Base, Spares Management) with touch points in a lot of Oracle Modules.
• Conversion Strategy for all Conversions was developed by me.
• Wrote the development standards and guidelines for the entire implementation.
• Involved in Data Mapping exercises for several conversions.
• Developed the architecture for all internal interfaces and EDI to external customers and vendors ( SOA/BPEL/Legacy).
• Tuned several interfaces and process flows for performance improvements.
• Introduced AIM methodology for the various stages of SDLC.
• Work with DBA’s for patch management, instance strategy and change control.
• Work with SOX auditors for compliance.
• Successfully delivered all components for CRP’s, IT and UAT.
• Work with several IT departments for issue resolution and delivery.
• Vendor Management.
• Customer Interface Interaction.
• License Management.
• Worked on Cutover Plans for the various phases.
• Designed and developed the Service Request Conversion.
• Designed and developed Service request and task interfaces with external customers using Business Events.
• Designed interface for IVR system.
• Worked on several personalization’s in Contact Center form.
• Vertex Integration.
• Design and Development of all RICE components.( Sales Order Conversion, Item conversion,BOM conversion,Routing Conversion, Service Request Conversion)
• AIM Methodology(MD50,MD70 e.t.c)
• Engaged to resource planning, project planning and managing resources off-shore and onsite.
• Defined Enterprise wide Architectural and Development Standards.
• Leading a team of Offshore and onsite developers and BSA’s/functional consultants.

Confidential, Dallas, Texas

Development Manager

Responsibilities:

• Worked with key business functional partners, to plan, configure, and supports system implementations and business process integrations.
• Served as the Business Unit Manager’s conduit to IT to address business process changes and their impact on enterprise systems.
• Planned systems applications and resources to develop, test, and complete programs
• Developed and implemented methodologies, policies, and procedures to ensure systems and applications are in compliance with company standards
• Managed and maintained productive relationships with business managers, IT colleagues, and outside consulting resources.
• Primary resource for company compliance program. Assist with management of internal control testing and evaluation, Perform continuous monitoring activities, prepare test plan documents and test procedures.
• Designed and Developed an Enterprise Data warehouse sourcing from the various ERP systems from different Organizations within Confidential . The sources for these systems were various Oracle ERP systems(both 11.0.3 and 11.5.10 versions ) worldwide. I was a SME for the Oracle Apps to translate the Oracle Apps tables into the DW data model for various functional areas like Finance,Revenue,Chart Of Accounts,Exchange Rates,Shipment,Sales Order,Purchasing e.t.c.
• Helpled team to understand the ERP table structures to generate various views like Revenue from AR tables, Shipments .Created interfaces between the Oracle Apps ERP system and DW to extract data for various functional areas.
• Managed a team of developers, Business System Analysts,Data Architects both offshore and onsite. Responsible for all overall architecture and design of the solution. Directed the IT development team on technical, architectural, resource, capacity, project and general planning activities.
• Developed the Physical data model for various Data Marts.
• Reviewed overall DW Architecture, ETL design, Database Design, participated in design and code reviews. Hands on coding and testing when appropriate.
• The source systems are mostly Oracle ERP systems and the target Data warehouse is Oracle 10g cluster. Informatica Power Center 8.x is used for the ETL and the end reporting is done using Business Objects XI and some web based custom reporting using PL/SQL. Involved in the ETL approach and design of Informatica mappings and sessions. Reviewing dependencies in workflows and over all workflow design.
• Responsible for creating business solutions for Incremental and Full loads.
• Involved in planning and coordinating cross-company/cross function projects and environmental oversight for key client initiatives and deliverables.
• Develop and monitor Release Management policies and procedures.
• Some custom modules extraction written in PL/SQL for some Data Marts.
• Provide weekly metrics and trend reports to the Release Partners and facilitate all release meetings. Provide comprehensive release documentation.
• Respond to internal/external audit requests.
• Supervising application design and architecture components
• Supervising process and functional design activities
• Creating functional requirements as an input to application design
• Developing and testing detailed functional designs for business solution components and prototypes.
• Supervising application build, test, and deploy activities.
• Planning and executing data conversion activities.
• Driving test planning and execution.

Confidential

Technical Lead/Senior Software Engineer

Responsibilities:

• Worked in the Sales and Services functional area under Networks CSI Organization within Confidential .
• I lead the development team for Sales and Services. We support the existing Oracle Application (11.0.3) and are also working on upgrading the entire suite to Oracle 11i(11.5.10). Responsibilities include active involvement in the design/development of Reports,Interfaces,Conversions and Extensions,conducting code reviews of developers, tracking project status, assigning tasks to developers and functional users. Heavily involved in the entire Software Development Cycle from requirements through implementation.
• Responsibilities also include meeting with worldwide user base to gather requirements and updating managers with regular project status reports.
• Support of the existing application also is a major part of my current job.
• Developed various reports, conversions and extensions in various modules in the Order To Cash Lifecycle.
• Lead Sales Order Conversion and Price List conversion to 11i.
• Implemented the GL interface to FSS as part of the 11i project.
• Lead the AR Open Invoice Interface and the COA Interface as part of the 11i project.
• Designed and Developed extensions/interfaces/conversions between Oracle ERP and other systems. Worked in Custom.pll modifications.Developed Custom packages,procedures,functions,triggers,reports in PL/SQL.
• Implemented custom workflows using Oracle Workflow Builder.
• Working on a project to transfer data using Informatica Power center6.x. Involved in the design, development of the repository and the design and implementation of the load.
• Worked on a global project to implement a Order management and Account Receivables application. Involved in the Item master conversion and Bill Of Material conversions. Also involved in the upgrade of Oracle Applications from 10.7 to version11 and the database from 7.3 to ver8.x
• Involved in designing and development of custom programs in Pro *C/C++ which uses embedded SQL for the conversions.
• Support of existing Oracle Applications.
• Customization of Oracle reports that need to be modified as per user requests.
• AOL - Set up concurrent requests and programs as required.
• Designed and developed Unix scripts, C, Pro *C programs that extract data from various external sources and validated according to preset business rules, and the data is loaded into custom tables for reporting and other purposes.
• Extensively used SQL,PL/SQL, shell scripting and programming languages.
• Develop and maintain systems required by the profit planning organization. These applications are custom built applications which are used by business analysts for cost allocation . Generate various reports like P& L reports, trend reports e.t.c for analysts. These applications use Oracle 7.x database with SQL forms, reports and menus being used for the interface. Coordinate, guide, and document the preparation of user requirements for systems being developed or modified. Conduct unit, system and acceptance testing of systems as required. Participate in software solutions, and advise user community of current technological trends as appropriate. Perform in system usage and function. Interact with a worldwide user base.
• Migrated the entire application to the Developer 2000 suite.
• Decision Support Specialist: In-depth knowledge of OLAP and data warehousing concepts. Designed and implemented various multidimensional databases/applications using Essbase 4.0 that are being used by our Profit Planning Group for decision support during PLAN, FORECAST AND BUDGETING e.t.c.