Supply Chain Lead - Oracle
6 days ago
Southampton
Supply Chain Lead - Oracle Farnborough (2-3 days onsite per week) 12-Month Contract Inside IR35 Rate: Competitive day rate We are seeking an experienced Supply Chain Lead to drive the end-to-end transition of Procurement processes from legacy systems into Oracle. This is a key contract role supporting a major ERP transformation programme, requiring strong functional expertise and hands-on delivery capability. The Role You will lead all aspects of Procurement process transition, ensuring seamless migration to Oracle while maturing and optimising the Source-to-Pay operating model through best-practice technology enablement. Acting as the Procurement Subject Matter Expert, you will play a central role in solution design, workflow development, process implementation, stakeholder engagement, and training delivery. Key Responsibilities * Lead the transition of Procurement activities from legacy systems to Oracle * Support all Procurement-related elements of the wider ERP migration programme * Design, own and maintain the Procurement data strategy, ensuring data integrity throughout transition and beyond * Partner closely with ERP programme teams, Procurement stakeholders and IT * Identify and manage cross-functional dependencies during transition * Challenge the status quo to design, test and implement streamlined Procurement workflows * Manage and communicate change impact across stakeholders * Lead planning and prioritisation of implementation activities to maximise delivery within programme timelines * Ensure smooth handover of technical developments for ongoing maintenance * Develop and deliver comprehensive training to support successful adoption About You You are a Procurement professional with deep Oracle implementation expertise and a strong background in services purchasing. You bring both strategic insight and hands-on delivery capability. Key Skills & Experience: * 5+ years' experience as a Procurement professional with Oracle technology expertise * Deep understanding of Source-to-Pay processes * Strong experience in Oracle implementation environments * Business Analyst skillset including process mapping and data management * Experience improving functional operations through technology enablement * Strong stakeholder engagement and consultancy skills * Proven ability to deliver within complex programmes with tight timelines * Excellent written and verbal communication skills This is an excellent opportunity to play a pivotal role in a high-profile transformation programme, shaping Procurement operations for the future. JBRP1_UKTJ