Job Description
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced leader to establish and run a high-performance Oracle ERP L2/L3 support hub in Bangalore. This role will build a world‑class support factory that becomes the central pillar of our global Oracle Cloud ERP operations.
Team Setup & Leadership
- Recruit & Scale: Lead the end‑to‑end recruitment and onboarding strategy to build a team of 25‑50 FTEs by the end of 2026, establishing a robust talent pipeline.
- Mentorship: Identify, mentor, and develop a Deputy Manager to ensure operational resilience, business continuity and succession planning.
- People Management: Act as the single point of accountability for team performance, capacity planning, workload distribution and workforce management, including attrition and absence management.
- Culture Building: Forge a high‑performance team culture grounded in accountability, collaboration and an unwavering commitment to service excellence.
Transition & Knowledge Transfer
- Structured Transition: Define and execute a comprehensive knowledge transfer plan (3‑6 months) from the incumbent service provider, ensuring a seamless and risk‑free transition of all support activities.
- Progressive Takeover: Lead a phased, parallel‑run approach to take full ownership of the support function, validating team readiness and process maturity at each stage.
- Documentation & Enablement: Ensure the creation and maintenance of a robust knowledge base, comprehensive system documentation and training materials to empower the team.
Service Delivery & Operations (L2 Support)
- Incident & Problem Management: Ensure resolution aligns with strict SLAs and KPI targets (availability, resolution time, CSAT, etc.).
- Change & Release Management: Oversee the intake, prioritisation and execution of change requests, including the management of quarterly patching cycles and environment refreshes.
- Technical Stewardship: Coordinate with middleware, data and infrastructure teams to manage integrations (APIs, OIC) and ensure system stability.
- Reporting & Analytics: Manage the delivery of critical reports and dashboards using OTBI and BI Publisher, providing actionable insights to stakeholders.
Process, Tools & Performance Management
- ITIL Framework: Define, implement and continuously improve ITIL‑aligned processes (Incident, Problem, Change, Knowledge, Service Level Management).
- Tooling & Metrics: Deploy and optimise ITSM tools to automate workflows, enhance reporting and provide real‑time visibility into service performance.
- Continuous Improvement: Champion a culture of continuous improvement by identifying automation opportunities, eliminating manual processes and leveraging AI capabilities to enhance efficiency.
- Governance & Reporting: Deliver regular, data‑driven performance reports to senior leadership and global governance bodies.
Stakeholder & Ecosystem Management
- Global Interface: Serve as the primary point of contact for global IT leadership, business stakeholders and European partners, effectively bridging time zones and cultural differences.
- Cross‑Functional Collaboration: Work closely with internal teams including Solution Architects, Business Analysts, Middleware and Data & Infrastructure teams to ensure cohesive service delivery.
- Strategic Contribution: Actively contribute to the strategic direction of the Global IT Applications group, positioning the Bangalore centre as a key strategic asset.
Context & Organizational Positioning
- The role is part of a strategic transformation programme to build an India‑centric GCC model (≈85% India footprint).
- The manager is a key operational leader within the Global IT organisation.
- The position interacts daily with international stakeholders, especially in Europe.
- The organisation aims to build long‑term internal capabilities and reduce dependency on external vendors.
Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor's or master’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, Business Administration or a related field.
- Experience: 10+ years total experience, with at least 10+ years in a leadership role managing Oracle ERP support services.
- Preferred Certification: ITIL v3/v4, Oracle Cloud certifications (e.g., Financials, HCM) are a significant plus.
Additional Information
- Proven experience in building, scaling and leading L2/L3 support teams of 20+ FTEs in a global delivery model.
- Deep, hands‑on experience in managing Oracle Cloud ERP support services across Finance, PPM and HCM.
- Strong background in Application Management Services (AMS) or support factory models.
- Demonstrated experience in managing complex transitions or Build‑Operate‑Transfer projects, ideally in consulting or system integration firms.
- Must have experience collaborating with European stakeholders (ideally French) and navigating multicultural, matrixed environments.
Technical & Functional Expertise
- Deep Domain Knowledge: Expert understanding of Oracle Cloud ERP (Finance, PPM, HCM) and its underlying architecture.
- ITIL Mastery: Strong command of ITIL service lifecycle processes, specifically Incident, Problem, Change and Release Management.
- Technical Acumen: Working knowledge of integration technologies (APIs, OIC), environment management and reporting tools (OTBI, BI Publisher).
- SLA Management: Proven track record of managing KPI and SLA‑driven support models, with a focus on service quality and customer satisfaction.
Leadership & Soft Skills
- Structured & Analytical: Strong organisational skills with a data‑driven approach to problem‑solving and decision making.
- Inspirational Leader: Natural people leader with talent for recruiting, mentoring and motivating diverse high‑performing teams.
- Exceptional Communicator: Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English, able to articulate complex technical issues to senior executives.
- Strategic & Execution‑Oriented: Visionary leader who can define a clear roadmap and also roll up their sleeves to drive execution in a transformation context.
- Resilient & Adaptable: Possesses high ownership, accountability and ability to navigate ambiguity and manage change effectively.
Success Metrics (First 12‑18 Months)
- Successful recruitment, build‑out and stabilization of the Bangalore L2 support team.
- Seamless and timely completion of knowledge transfer and full operational transition.
- Achievement of target headcount and operational readiness by the end of 2026.
- Consistent compliance with defined SLA/KPI targets for service quality and delivery performance.
- Establishment of a robust governance model and continuous improvement culture.