Oracle SCM Functional Analyst

Job description

**Job Summary**

The Oracle SCM Functional Analyst leads the design, development, testing, deployment, and support of complex application systems.

This role serves as a technical expert, providing strategic insights into system enhancements and database management.

The Analyst collaborates with cross-functional teams to optimize system performance, mentor junior analysts, and drive continuous improvement initiatives across the organization.

In this position, the Analyst will serve as a technical expert with strong knowledge in Oracle's Supply Chain Management (SCM) & Payables modules such as Payables, Costing, OTBI, Enterprise Contracts, Procurement, Inventory Management, Receipt Accounting, Supply Chain Orchestration, etc in Oracle Fusion.

Responsible for implementing, configuring, and supporting SCM & P2P solutions within Oracle Fusion.

They bridge the gap between business needs, technical and functional teams in Oracle's SCM & P2P functionality, ensuring efficient and effective supply chain operations.

Requires ability to understand & communicate clearly the business current & future process flows.

As an Oracle SCM Functional Analyst, Senior at Community Health Systems (CHS) – Shared Business Operations, you’ll play a vital role in supporting our purpose to help people get well and live healthier by providing safe, quality healthcare, building enduring relationships with our patients, and providing value for the people and communities we serve.

Our team members enjoy a robust benefits package including health insurance, flexible scheduling, 401k and student loan repayment programs.

**Essential Functions**

+ Leads the development and maintenance of advanced programs, ensuring efficient and effective application performance.
+ Analyzes and translates complex business requirements into robust technical solutions, aligning with organizational objectives.
+ Oversees the planning, testing, implementation, and optimization of database systems, including performance tuning and capacity analysis.
+ Develops and reviews database interface programs, advanced SQL queries, and other database objects to ensure efficient data management and retrieval.
+ Provides technical leadership in database design, data modeling, and the creation of relational database structures, supporting corporate and client information systems.
+ Manages database security protocols, auditing procedures, and disaster recovery planning to maintain data integrity and availability.
+ Conducts comprehensive troubleshooting and resolves critical system and database issues, minimizing downtime and ensuring continuity.
+ Mentors and provides guidance to junior analysts, fostering skill development and knowledge sharing within the team.
+ Collaborates with stakeholders across departments to identify improvement opportunities and implement innovative solutions.
+ Stays abreast of emerging technologies and industry best practices, applying this knowledge to enhance system capabilities.
+ Performs other duties as assigned.
+ Complies with all policies and standards.

**Position-Specific Responsibilities**

+ Requirements Gathering and Analysis: Conducting workshops and interviews with stakeholders to understand business requirements & processes, document processes, and identify gaps between current state and desired future state within Oracle SCM, Payables & other P2P modules.
+ Solution Design and Configuration: Translating business requirements into techno-functional specifications, configuring Oracle Fusion SCM & P2P modules (e.g., Purchasing, Inventory, Payables) to meet those needs, and developing solutions that align with best practices.
+ Testing and Documentation: Leading or participating in testing efforts (functional, system integration, and user acceptance testing) to ensure the solution is working as expected and meets business requirements.

Developing training materials and delivering training to end-users on how to effectively use the Oracle Fusion SCM & P2P system, as well as documenting configurations, test cases, and user procedures.

Analyze, present, develop testing documentation, and implement Oracle Quarterly Features to business stakeholders.
+ Production Support: Providing ongoing support for Oracle SCM & P2P modules, troubleshooting issues, and resolving service requests.

Support efforts via ticketing and email management.
+ Personalization & Customization: Experience & expertise in customizing and personalizing various Fusion products to meet specific client requirements.

This might involve using Page Composer, VBS, or other personalization tools within Fusion.

This may involve developing custom user interfaces, pages, and extensions using VBS/VBCS and integrating them with Oracle Fusion applications.
+ OTBI (Oracle Transactional Business Intelligence): Proficiency in designing, developing, and deploying OTBI & BIP reports and dashboards.

This includes understanding data models, creating analyses, and customizing dashboards to meet business requirements as well as ad-hoc troubleshooting with data analysis through Data Model SQL Queries on Oracle Fusion tables and/or existing OTBI / BIP catalog.

**Qualifications**

+ Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Supply Chain, Information Systems, or a related field required.
+ 3–6 years of experience in application systems analysis, design, and development required.
+ 2–4 years of experience with SQL databases and enterprise-level application systems preferred.

**Additional Position-Specific Requirements**

+ Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience with Oracle Fusion SCM modules (P2P, Inventory, Purchasing).
+ Minimum 5 years of proven experience as a Techno-Functional Analyst or similar role, specifically in Supply Chain Management or Payables within Oracle Fusion
+ Proven ability to configure and troubleshoot functional setups within Oracle Fusion SCM.
+ Experience with Oracle reporting tools (OTBI, BI Publisher) strongly preferred.
+ Experience in requirements gathering, solution design, configuration, testing, and documentation for Oracle Fusion ERP with focus on SCM & P2P modules.

**Knowledge, Skills and Abilities**

+ Expert knowledge of application systems, software development life cycle (SDLC), and database management.
+ Advanced proficiency in SQL, data modeling, and database performance tuning.
+ Strong leadership, mentorship, and collaboration skills, with the ability to manage complex projects and drive strategic initiatives.
+ Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a focus on continuous improvement.
+ Effective communication and presentation skills, capable of articulating complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.
+ In-depth understanding of database security, compliance requirements, and disaster recovery planning.
+ Strong knowledge of business processes within supply chain management and procurement.
+ Strong ability to analyze complex business problems, develop effective solutions, and configure Oracle Fusion SCM & Payable Modules (Procurement, Costing, Contract Enterprise, Payables, Inventory Mgt, OTBI, etc.).

Potentially including experience with integrations, customizations, and reporting tools.
+ Proficiency in business analysis techniques, requirements gathering, and process modeling.

Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and derive actionable insights.
+ Problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities to identify and resolve issues or inefficiencies within the Oracle Fusion SCM & P2P modules and process flows.
+ Project management skills to handle multiple initiatives simultaneously, meet deadlines, and deliver high-quality results.
+ Proven ability to work independently as well as guide other team members in Oracle Fusion SCM & P2P modules.

**_This is a fully remote opportunity_**

_This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship now or in the future.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. for any employer._

We know it’s not just about finding a job.

It’s about finding a place where you are respected, valued and where your work is purposeful and fulfilling.

A place where your talent is recognized, professional development is encouraged and career advancement is possible.

Community Health Systems is one of the nation’s leading healthcare providers.

Developing and operating healthcare delivery systems in 40 distinct markets across 15 states, CHS is committed to helping people get well and live healthier.

CHS operates 71 acute-care hospitals and more than 1,000 other sites of care, including physician practices, urgent care centers, freestanding emergency departments, occupational medicine clinics, imaging centers, cancer centers and ambulatory surgery centers.
Equal Employment Opportunity
This organization does not discriminate in any way to deprive any person of employment opportunities or otherwise adversely affect the status of any employee because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, citizenship, veteran status, or military or uniformed services, in accordance with all applicable governmental laws and regulations.

In addition, the facility complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.

This applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to: hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

If you are an applicant with a mental or physical disability who needs a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, contact the director of Human Resources at the facility to which you are seeking employment; Simply go to http://www.chs.net/serving-communities/locations/ to obtain the main telephone number of the facility and ask for Human Resources.

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