Oracle Retail Solution Architect @ Aspire Systems

Key Skills: seasoned Oracle Retail expert to lead the design, implementation, and optimization of end-to-end retail solutions - including MFCS, RPM, ReSA, Allocation, and RICS.

Key Responsibilities:

• Solution Design and Architecture:
  • Design end-to-end solutions for the Oracle Retail Merchandising Foundation Cloud Service suite (MFCS, RPM, ReSA, Allocation, RICS).
  • Develop architectural frameworks that align with business strategies and goals.
  • Ensure the architecture is scalable, robust, and aligned with best practices.
• Requirement Gathering and Analysis:
  • Collaborate with business stakeholders to understand requirements.
  • Translate business needs into technical solutions.
  • Conduct workshops to identify gaps and recommend solutions.
• Implementation and Configuration:
  • Lead the implementation of Oracle Retail modules.
  • Configure applications based on business requirements.
  • Define integration points and design interfaces with external systems.
• Technical Leadership:
  • Guide development teams during the build phase.
  • Provide technical oversight and ensure adherence to design principles.
  • Perform code reviews and ensure quality standards.
• Integration Management:
  • Design integration strategies with other systems (e.g., WMS, e-commerce).
  • Oversee the development of integration components using RICS, web services, APIs, and batch processes.
• Performance Optimization:
  • Identify performance bottlenecks and propose optimization strategies.
  • Implement best practices for database tuning and application performance.
• Project Management:
  • Assist project managers in planning, estimation, and execution of Oracle Retail projects.
  • Contribute to risk management and mitigation strategies.
• Stakeholder Management:
  • Act as the primary point of contact for business and IT stakeholders.
  • Provide regular status updates and manage expectations.
• Support and Maintenance:
  • Provide post-implementation support.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve issues in the Oracle Retail environment.
  • Manage change requests and enhancements.
• Documentation:
  • Develop architectural and design documentation.
  • Maintain technical documentation for configurations, customizations, and integrations.

Technical Skills:

Programming and Development:

• PL/SQL, Oracle Apex, Oracle Forms, Oracle Reports
• Java, J2EE, Spring Framework

Integration Technologies (good to have):

• Web Services (REST/SOAP)
• APIs, Batch Processing, Middleware

Database Management:

• Oracle Database 12c/19c
• SQL, PL/SQL, Database Tuning
• Indexing, Query Optimization, Data Modelling

Additional Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work in cross-functional and geographically distributed teams.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Min 15+ years of relevant experience in Oracle Retail Merchandising solutions.
• Expertise in RMS, RPM, ReSA, Allocation, and RIB.
• Strong understanding of retail business processes.
• Proficiency in PL/SQL, Oracle Forms, and integration technologies.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.