Manager of Application Development – Oracle HCM Center of Excellence

Hormel Foods Corporation 

To save time applying, Hormel Foods does not offer sponsorship of job applicants for employment-based visas for this position at this time.

 

ABOUT HORMEL FOODS — Inspired People. Inspired Food.™

Hormel Foods Corporation, based in Austin, Minn., is a global branded food company with over $9 billion in annual revenue across more than 80 countries worldwide. Its brands include SKIPPY®, SPAM®, Hormel® Natural Choice®, Applegate®, Justin’s®, Wholly®, Hormel® Black Label®, Columbus® and more than 30 other beloved brands. The company is a member of the S&P 500 Index and the S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrats, was named on the “Global 2000 World’s Best Employers” list by Forbes magazine for three straight years, is one of Fortune magazine’s most admired companies, has appeared on Corporate Responsibility Magazine’s “The 100 Best Corporate Citizens” list for the 12th year in a row, and has received numerous other awards and accolades for its corporate responsibility and community service efforts. The company lives by its purpose statement — Inspired People. Inspired Food.™ — to bring some of the world’s most trusted and iconic brands to tables across the globe. For more information, visit www.hormelfoods.com and http://csr.hormelfoods.com/.

 

Relocation is eligible for this role.

 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Ability to understand, comprehend and recommend released software functionality to help achieve business unit goals within our Oracle Fusion Human Capital Management (HCM) modules.  The incumbent will have an in-depth, expert level understanding of system design and intended usage of the Oracle Fusion modules.   Will work with business leads in identification of non-compliance and determine how Oracle Fusion can be configured in order to solve business challenges.  The incumbent needs to be forward looking in understanding future functionality, what training will be necessary for themselves and the team and will set the overall strategic technology direction for the Oracle Fusion HCM platform.   Audits and keeps process documentation up-to date.  Will lead project team implementing new processes/functionality as well supporting of what has been deployed within the Oracle Fusion HCM modules that are in use. In this role, the individual has ultimate responsibility for the overall health of the Oracle Fusion HCM module from a technology perspective.   This includes reviewing, preparing, and testing quarterly releases / evaluation of new functionality being released and how Hormel Foods can take advantage of the new functionality to solve business challenges / etc.   The individual will need to work with Oracle support regarding the entry and management of Oracle Service Requests, Oracle Idea Lab, as well as keep abreast of Oracle communication through email notifications and web conferences.   The incumbent will establish and maintain key relationships at Oracle and utilize these resources in an effort for continued advancement of the platform. In this leadership role, the incumbent will be responsible to create an engaging team that drives results for the organization.    They will be responsible for the training, development, mentoring, and success of assigned team members.   Will be responsible to perform quarterly and annual performance reviews.   Will assist in setting task and project priorities and establishing and adhering to project deadlines. The person in this position: Works with the business (i.e. Manager of Business Applications) by understanding business processes and challenges.  Will recommend solutions on how to solve. Work with business to perform all steps in the Systems Development Life Cycle. Troubleshooting issues with existing processes and programs and working with business to resolve, test and migrate fixes to Production environment Maintaining and enhancing existing processes based on business input and ensure proper testing and validation before migrating to Production environment Direct the day-to-day work and priorities of the team assigned to support and enhance the Oracle Fusion HCM modules.  Determines and assigns work to external partners that are available to help drive the Oracle platform forward.   Ensures accountability and results are being delivered from these external organizations.

 

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required:

A bachelor's degree in Computer Science, MIS, or related area. 10+ years of experience in technical application development or related field  7+ years of experience with reading and writing SQL Extensive experience and knowledge of Oracle Fusion HCM modules (Global Workforce, Payroll, Benefits, Recruitment, Talent Management, Learning, Service Desk, etc.) Experience in leading, guiding, and directing a team of IT professionals either directly and/or in a project setting.  Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Proven ability to gather detailed technical requirements to design and develop applications from beginning to end. Excellent organizational and time management skills. Tested problem-solving and decision-making skills. A strong pattern of initiative. Highly developed interpersonal and leadership skills. Must be a Citizen or National of the United States, a lawful, permanent resident, or have authorization to work in the United States. Applicants must not now, or in the future, require sponsorship for an employment visa.

Preferred:

Prior experience with Informatica Prior experience or knowledge of Oracle Fusion Incentive Compensation and/or Finance module(s) Prior experience with vendor management preferably with Oracle Fusion Prior experience with other 3rd party software vendors such as UKG Solutions, Known2U, etc.

 

LOCATION: 

Austin, MN 

 

TRAVEL: Travel may be necessary up to 10% of the time.

 

Pay Range & Benefits:

At Hormel Foods, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range.  The base hiring pay range for this role is between $120,000 - $168,000 per year, and your actual base pay within that range will depend upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, job-related knowledge, skill set, level of experience, and geographic market location.

Other components of Hormel Foods’ total compensation package includes comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage,  discretionary annual merit increases, bonuses and profit sharing, 401(k) with employer match, stock purchase plan, relocation assistance, paid vacation, FREE two-year community/technical college tuition for children of employees, and more.

 

For immediate consideration, send apply online at: www.hormelfoods.com/careers

 

At Hormel we invite difference and diversity in all aspects.  We offer a space of support, understanding, and community.  We are committed to the journey!  Learn more about our progress here: https://www.hormelfoods.com/about/diversity-and-inclusion/

 

Hormel Foods Corporation is an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.