Oracle Planning Cloud Functional SME-Remote-USC Only

[David Miller]

Job Title: Business Process Analyst – Supply Chain / Oracle Planning Cloud Functional SME

Location: Remote

Duration: 12 months

 

Position Summary

The Business Process Analyst – Supply Chain / Oracle Planning Cloud Functional SME is responsible for analyzing, designing, and optimizing end-to-end supply chain processes with a strong focus on Oracle Planning Cloud (Demand, Supply, S&OP, and Inventory Planning). This role serves as the functional expert across planning modules, partnering closely with business stakeholders, solution architects, IT, and implementation partners to enhance planning capabilities, improve data integrity, and enable best-practice supply chain performance.

 

Key Responsibilities

1. Business Process Analysis & Optimization

• Map, evaluate, and optimize supply chain planning processes (Demand Planning, Supply Planning, S&OP, MPS/MRP, Inventory Planning).
• Identify process gaps, inefficiencies, and improvement opportunities aligned with industry best practices.
• Facilitate workshops, interviews, and cross-functional design sessions with operations, procurement, logistics, finance, and IT teams.

2. Oracle Planning Cloud Functional Expertise

• Serve as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for Oracle Planning Cloud modules including:
• Demand Management
• Supply Planning
• Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP)
• Replenishment & Inventory Planning
• Lead configuration, functional design, testing, and deployment activities.
• Translate business requirements into functional specifications and solution designs.
• Support integrations with Oracle ERP Cloud and other internal/external systems.

3. Implementation & Enhancement Support

• Lead planning system implementations, upgrades, and enhancements.
• Execute system configuration, testing (SIT/UAT), data validation, and cut-over activities.
• Partner with technical teams for interface mapping, data flows, and automation improvements.

4. Data & Analytics

• Analyze planning data, forecasts, supply constraints, and inventory drivers to support decision-making.
• Build dashboards, KPIs, and reports for forecast accuracy, service level, capacity utilization, and inventory performance.
• Improve master data quality, planning attributes, and data governance processes.

5. Change Management & Training

• Develop training materials, SOPs, and user guides for planning processes and Oracle Cloud functionalities.
• Deliver end-user training and support post-go-live.
• Provide ongoing support for production issues, enhancements, and continuous improvement initiatives.

 

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations Management, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in Supply Chain Planning, Business Process Analysis, or ERP/Planning Systems.
• 3+ years hands-on experience with Oracle Planning Cloud (or Oracle EBS/ASCP with Cloud migration exposure).
• Strong understanding of:
• S&OP processes
• Demand & supply planning cycles
• Inventory optimization principles
• MRP/MPS, lead times, BOM, routings, constraints
• Proven ability to translate business requirements into system solutions.
• Experience with process mapping tools (Visio, Lucidchart, BPMN, etc.).
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

 

Preferred Qualifications

• Oracle Cloud Certification (Planning Cloud, SCM Cloud).
• Experience with IBP, Kinaxis, Anaplan, or other advanced planning tools.
• Experience in manufacturing, CPG, retail, life sciences, or high-tech industries.
• Agile project methodology experience.
• Familiarity with SQL, analytical tools, or data visualization platforms.

 

Key Competencies

• Strong business acumen paired with technical depth.
• Ability to lead discussions with cross-functional teams.
• Process-driven mindset and continuous improvement orientation.
• Excellent documentation and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.