Director of Oracle Systems

Director of Oracle Systems

 

 

Jupitermedia Corporation (Nasdaq: JUPM) (www.jupitermedia.com) is a leading global provider of original information, images and digital content for information technology, business and creative professionals. 

 

We are looking for a Director of Oracle Systems in our Darien, CT, office.  Under the guidance of the Chief Technology Officer, this individual will lead the Oracle Applications Technology group and set up the support structure for the organization’s ERP needs. This individual will be responsible for effectively planning, supporting, and maintaining the Oracle ERP application and information architecture and for providing leadership and management for the Oracle Applications Technology group staff while ensuring alignment with business objectives.

 

Responsibilities:

Ÿ Build Oracle support structure to successfully support and maintain the business units 24/7. Recruit, hire and retain excellent candidates.

Ÿ Manage ongoing issue resolution and operational improvement activities around Oracle systems.

Ÿ Assist with the management of internal customer relationships and communication to all business units.

Ÿ Manage the relationship with application vendors and consulting partners.

Ÿ Organize technical work such as system upgrades and enhancements into project plans; write and maintains plans, establish milestones, measure and report progress, and deliver status reports.

Ÿ Ensure that application patches are identified and tested prior to promotion to production.

Ÿ Assist with Sarbanes-Oxley efforts directly related to the Oracle ERP system.

 

Qualifications:

Ÿ Maintenance and support experience and detailed/comprehensive understanding of the following Oracle Application modules in Release 11i: Financials and Order

Ÿ Management are a must; Incentive Compensation and Contracts are a plus.

Ÿ 8+ years experience with Oracle ERP, at least 3 years experience with Oracle 11i E-Business Suite.

Ÿ Experience with rolling out international entities in Oracle Financials.  Multi-currency, multi-language support experience.

Ÿ Working knowledge of Oracle configurations / setups and best practices for same.

Ÿ Ability to define business processes around Oracle functional modules.

Ÿ Ability to create detailed written specifications and requirements.

Ÿ Ability to set up application modules.

Ÿ Candidate must possess strong communication and interpersonal skills, work well with others in an integrated team environment, must be self-motivated, and a problem solver.

Ÿ Excellent project management skills with demonstrated track record.

Ÿ Demonstrated leadership abilities. Effective in matrix management and team building.

Ÿ Ability to analyze, understand and effectively communicate between business requirements, technical design, implementation, and support.

Ÿ Ability to travel on a limited basis (primarily US but international travel may be necessary as well).

Ÿ Ability to analyze, understand and effectively communicate functional material to end users and upper management.

Ÿ Ability to work in a fast-paced user environment.

 

Jupitermedia offers competitive compensation commensurate with experience, along with a very generous benefit package that includes medical/dental/vision/life/disability insurance, paid vacation/sick/personal/company holidays, 401K with company match, tuition reimbursement, fitness reimbursement, FSA, commuter discounts, and a casual and fun work environment!

 

Interested candidates should email resumes to itcareers@jupitermedia.com