Oracle Delivery Leader - Director

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Delivery Lead to oversee our Oracle Practice operations. This role is pivotal in ensuring the successful delivery of Oracle-based projects and services from our KDN delivery centers. The ideal candidate will possess extensive knowledge of Oracle products, strong leadership capabilities, and experience in managing large teams and complex projects.

Roles and responsibilities

• Provide Delivery Oversight across KDN Delivery centers for Oracle Practice, ensuring high-quality service delivery and client satisfaction.
• Supervise a multidisciplinary team of Oracle experts, including developers, consultants, analysts, and support staff.
• Build a strong team environment, fostering collaboration, innovation, and professional growth.
• Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of Oracle projects, ensuring they meet client requirements, timelines, and budgets.
• Monitor project performance, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for the Member Firms regarding offshore delivery operations.
• Ensure clear communication and strong relationships with Member Firms, addressing any concerns or issues promptly.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand their needs and ensure alignment with delivery strategies and outcomes.
• Develop and implement operational policies, procedures, and standards to optimize delivery processes and ensure compliance with industry best practices and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure efficient resource allocation, utilization, and management within the center.
• Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure success and drive continuous improvement.
• Stay updated on the latest Oracle technologies, products, and industry trends.
• Drive initiatives to enhance the capabilities and offerings of the Oracle practice.
• Foster innovation and the adoption of new Oracle solutions within the team.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business, or related field. Master's degree or relevant certifications (e.g., Oracle Certified Professional) preferred.
• Minimum of over 20 years of relevant experience.
• Minimum of 15 years of experience in Oracle technologies and solutions.
• Proven track record of managing large teams and delivering complex projects in an offshore delivery center or similar environment.
• Strong technical knowledge of Oracle products, including but not limited to Oracle ERP, Oracle Cloud, Oracle Database, Oracle Fusion Middleware, and Oracle EPM.
• Experience working in a global delivery model and managing cross-functional, geographically dispersed teams.
• Strong understanding of industry-specific business processes and how Oracle solutions can be applied to enhance them.
• Excellent leadership and people management skills, with the ability to motivate and develop a high-performing team.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with clients, stakeholders, and team members.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.
• Adept at managing budgets, resources, and timelines.

Originally posted on Himalayas