Worker Type
Regular
Job Description
Summary
The Senior BRM Analyst (Oracle SCM Demand Supply Chain Planning) plays a
vital role in developing and implementing a partner strategy for aligning
business units (BU) with the Digital Business Team (DBT). This alignment
is crucial for achieving BU-specific and AV enterprise objectives,
contributing significantly to the AV's Digital Transformation initiative.
Leveraging expertise in Oracle SCM and demand planning, the analyst optimizes
the supply chain, serving as a BU subject matter expert and creatively
showcasing possibilities for a digitally transformed company. This role is
pivotal in driving the organization's digital evolution and ensuring alignment
with strategic objectives.
Position Responsibilities:
Partners with business units and ensures every business decision is seen
from the lens of our customer.
Collaborates with partner business units to reimagine how we can deliver
the best processes possible using people, process, data, and technology.
Pursues using Oracle Fusion existing and on-going standard processes to
minimize customizations yet weighing against AV DOD needs and best
practice(s).
Executes solutions that bring awareness to team members and customers on
the value add of their relationship with AV Business partners.
Acts as the subject matter expert (SME) for designated partner business
units.
Documents the workflows and journeys on how Team Members conduct their
day-to-day operations.
Explains a-day-in-the-life for various roles within partner BU. Gains
significant knowledge in subject matters pertaining to both technology and
the business.
Serves as a “trusted advisor” to the BU and functions as a key point of
contact for BU & DBT business stakeholders.
In conjunction with BU leadership establishes and maintains a FY Jira
Goals Board and DBT solution road map to improve strategic planning.
Utilizes business analysis techniques and business cases to define high-
level product features and desired service levels for existing and
emerging IT offerings.
Focuses on business value to develop ideas, including digital awareness,
risk assessments, business continuity and business capability
requirements.
Fosters creativity and innovation by staying abreast of industry and
technology trends.
Conducts business process gap analysis to optimize business process
towards digitalization and automation.
Analyzes business requirements, works with various business and DBT teams
in identifying data elements and prepare detailed specifications from
which programs are written.
Defines business requirements for designated business units.
Writes requirements to obtain data from enterprise data teams and analyzes
the data set for trends or answers that will help improve the business.
Monitors technology planning and deployment progress in line with business
vision by surfacing and shaping demand for technology capabilities and
assets; in addition to ensuring that the potential business value from the
combined DBT capabilities and assets are captured, optimized, and
recognized.
Contributes to key requirements, design and review sessions, key elements
of business vision, and identifies business-based risk.
Lead design sessions in prototyping new systems for the purpose of
enhancing business processes, operations, and information process flow.
Ensures collaboration and confirms business resources are available for
all projects.
Promotes business vision into working practice and ensures full adoption
of solution created by project.
Communicates with business leadership to evaluate joint initiatives and
proposals to see how they align with established roadmaps and business and
enterprise priorities.
Analyze demand data using Oracle SCM tools to identify trends, patterns,
and potential forecasting errors.
Develop and implement forecasting models and strategies to improve
forecast accuracy.
Configure and maintain Oracle SCM Demand Planning modules (e.g., S&OP,
Demand Management, Forecasting).
Recommend and implement process improvements to streamline demand planning
activities.
Stay up-to-date on the latest Oracle SCM functionalities and best
practices in demand planning.
Support other departments (e.g., Sales, Operations) with demand planning
data and analysis.
Collaborates with peers and project managers to balance BU and enterprise
level optimization.
Transfers knowledge on proposed solution and BU needs to leadership and
peers.
Collaborates with peers on similar workflows/terminology to make sure
there is a common process across departments (where applicable) and to
ensure technology strategy, down to functional requirements, work(s)
well for every aspect of the business.
Manages enhancement requests post-implementation according to an agreed
release schedule.
Monitors reported production issues for opportunities to enhance business
technology workflows. Escalates issues to stakeholders when necessary.
Serves as the SME to prioritize tech projects, ensuring alignment with
maximum ROI and directing BU & IT strategy.
Partners with PMO and manages projects involving multiple departments or
cross-functional teams, focusing on both successful integration,
implementation, and adoption of new IT solutions.
Assists in developing and executing strategic plans, including tracking
and reporting to leadership.
Other duties as assigned.
Special Requirements:
U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (Green Card holder) or
asylee/refugee status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) required.
Occasionally may be required to travel within the Continental U.S.
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience):
Bachelor's degree in the field of Computer Science, or equivalent
combination of education, training, and experience.
Minimum 10-15 years of experience of BRM / Business Analyst experience
with Oracle ERP/Fusion Applications, multiple SaaS and Cloud Systems
experience is needed.
Proven experience working with Oracle Fusion SCM Demand Planning modules
(S&OP, Demand Management, Forecasting).
Leverage expertise in advanced supply chain planning, including MTO,
project-based demand, and demand class segmentation. Proven ability to
optimize inventory, manage lead times, and ensure efficient order
fulfillment/shipping.
Strong understanding of demand forecasting techniques, supply chain
principles, and inventory management concepts.
Solid understanding of supply chain processes and best practices in demand
supply chain planning.
Knowledge with Oracle modules Order Management, Inventory,
Purchasing/Receiving, ASCP, Inventory, BOM, WIP, Quality, MES;
A plus: Experience in Projects Manufacturing, Project Costing and Project
Contracts.
AA plus: Oracle Fusion – Oracle Product Hub.
Knowledge of Quote-to-Order and Order-to-Cash processes.
Strong understanding of principles, practices, and procedures in a
manufacturing environment.
Experience working with Average Costing and Project Costing related to
financial systems.
Strong knowledge of interfaces, workflow, and underlying DataBase tables
required.
Strong communication skills: oral presentations, writing, negotiation,
active listening, influencing positive team dynamics.
Should be able to perform GAP analysis and provide solutions.
Should have knowledge about Software Development Life Cycle models.
Should have experience in planning and execution of testing cycles
according to best practices.
Should be able to conduct Proof of Concept, Conference Room Pilot (CRP)
and User Acceptance Testing (UAT) demonstrations.
Should have worked on preparation of configuration documents, Functional
design documents and test scenarios.
Ability to work in a multi-project environment and support multiple
internal customer/departments.
Execute Basic SQL and conversant with PLSQL a plus.
Entrepreneurial focus and ability to thrive and excel in a dynamic
environment.
Capability to contribute to strategic planning of Oracle Fusion
requirements in support of business objectives.
Excellent understanding of statutory and compliance requirements in a
Defense Contractor environment a plus.
Excellent understanding of the organization's goals and objectives.
Experience working with Oracle Support.
Experience with Service Desk ticketing System.
Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies:
Extensive knowledge of conducting business requirement workshops.
Big picture mindset to act tactically but think strategically.
Strong collaboration skills and working as both Team Lead and/or Project
Lead.
In-depth understanding of day-to-day operations and business needs of
business unit(s).
Highly skilled in negotiation and problem-solving techniques.
Ability to positively influence others and to break down organizational
silos.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, experience working with
cross-functional teams, and presenting to leadership.
Ability to apply principles of logic to a wide range of intellectual and
practical problems.
Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Word,
Visio, Excel, Project, Access, and PowerPoint.
Able to excel in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, where small
teams share a broad variety of duties.
Demonstrated ability to be organized and work both independently and
within a team, with strong attention to detail and strong project
management skills.
Displays strong initiative and drive to accomplish goals and meet company
objectives.
Takes ownership and responsibility for current and past work products.
Is committed to learning from mistakes and driven to improve and enhance
performance of oneself, others, and the company.
Focuses on teamwork and puts the success of the team above one's own
interests.
Physical Demands
Ability to work in an office environment (Constant)
Required to sit and stand for long periods; talk, hear, and use hands and
fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard (Frequent)
The salary range for this role is:
$137,333 - $205,999
AeroVironment considers several factors when extending an offer, including but
not limited to, the location, the role and associated responsibilities, a
candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills.
ITAR Requirement:
This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance
with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and/or the Export
Administration Regulations (“EAR”). In order to comply with the requirements
of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants will be asked to provide specific
documentation to verify U.S. person status under the ITAR and the EAR. A “U.S.
person” according to their definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent
resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee, or
asylee. See 22 CFR § 120.15. Some positions will require current U.S.
Citizenship due to contract requirements.
Benefits : AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical,
dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid
holiday shutdown. For more information about our company benefit offerings
please visit: https:// www. avinc.com/myavbenefits.
We also encourage you to review our company website at https:// www. avinc.com to
learn more about us.
Principals only need apply. NO agencies please.
Who We Are
Based in California, AeroVironment (AVAV) is a global leader in unmanned
aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems. Founded in 1971 by
celebrated physicist and engineer, Dr. Paul MacCready, we've been at the
leading edge of technical innovation for more than 45 years. Be a part of the
team that developed the world's most widely used military drones and created
the first submarine-launched reconnaissance drone, and has seven innovative
vehicles that are part of the Smithsonian Institution's permanent collection
in Washington, DC.
Join us today in developing the next generation of small UAS and tactical
missile systems that will deliver more actionable intelligence to our
customers so they can proceed with certainty – and succeed.
What We Do
Building on a history of technological innovation, AeroVironment designs,
develops, produces, and supports an advanced portfolio of unmanned aircraft
systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems. Agencies of the U.S. Department
of Defense and allied military services use the company's hand-launched UAS to
provide situational awareness to tactical operating units through real-time,
airborne reconnaissance, surveillance, and target acquisition.
AeroVironment Incorporated is an equal opportunity employer, M/F/D/V and
works in compliance with both federal and state laws. We are committed to the
concept regarding Equal Employment opportunity. Qualified candidates will be
considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex,
sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, medical
condition nor disability, genetics, veteran and all others that may apply.
ITAR
U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (Green Card holder) or asylee/refugee
status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) required.