Cutover Lead Oracle Cloud Implementation

Job Title: Cutover Lead Oracle Cloud Implementation

Location: Bay Area, CA (Hybrid 3 days onsite per week)

Position Overview:
We are seeking an experienced Cutover Lead to manage and execute the end-to-end cutover strategy for an Oracle Cloud Implementation project. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring a smooth transition from legacy systems to the Oracle Cloud platform, coordinating multiple teams, and minimizing business disruption during the go-live phase.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and manage the cutover plan, including sequencing, timelines, and resource coordination.
  
• Collaborate with functional, technical, infrastructure, and business teams to identify cutover activities.
  
• Conduct cutover workshops and prepare readiness assessments.
  
• Coordinate mock cutover rehearsals and refine the plan based on findings.
  
• Manage data migration activities in partnership with the Data Migration Lead.
  
• Track dependencies, risks, and issues related to the cutover process.
  
• Ensure alignment between project teams, business stakeholders, and third-party vendors during the cutover phase.
  
• Provide status updates to leadership and project management teams.
  
• Support post-go-live stabilization and hypercare planning.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in cutover management for large-scale ERP implementations.
  
• Proven experience with Oracle Cloud ERP / SCM / HCM cutover projects.
  
• Strong understanding of data migration, system integrations, and deployment methodologies.
  
• Excellent project management, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
  
• Ability to work under pressure and lead cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with previous Bay Area-based implementations or multi-location cutovers.
  
• PMP or related certification (preferred but not required).

Work Model:
Hybrid 3 days onsite in Bay Area, CA