HR IT Applications Manager – Oracle HCM Cloud
📍 Location: Millsboro, Delaware
🏠 Work Arrangement: Hybrid (Up to 75% Remote) – Approximately 1 Week Per Month Onsite
💼 Employment Type: Full-Time
✈️ Travel: Occasional
🚚 Relocation Assistance: Available
🚫 Visa Sponsorship: Not Available
💰 Compensation & Benefits
Base Salary: $102,000 – $153,000
Full Benefits Package
Relocation Assistance Available
Interview Travel Reimbursed
Hybrid Work Schedule (Up to 75% Remote)
🚀 Position Overview
A leading manufacturing organization is seeking an experienced HR IT Applications Manager to lead and oversee its HR and Workforce Management technology platforms, with primary responsibility for Oracle HCM Cloud and Kronos (UKG) workforce management solutions.
This role serves as the key liaison between HR, Operations, and IT leadership, ensuring HR systems effectively support business objectives through strong governance, system optimization, project leadership, and continuous improvement initiatives.
The ideal candidate will bring a blend of technical expertise, leadership experience, and hands-on knowledge of Oracle HCM Cloud and workforce management technologies.
🔧 Key Responsibilities
HR Technology Leadership
Provide strategic leadership and oversight for:
Oracle HCM Cloud
Core HR
Recruiting
Talent Management
Benefits
Learning
Payroll
Serve as the primary technology advisor to HR and Operations leadership.
Ensure systems align with organizational goals and business requirements.
Oracle HCM Cloud Administration & Optimization
Lead support, configuration, and optimization of Oracle HCM Cloud applications.
Drive adoption and enhancement of the Oracle Redwood User Experience (UX).
Recommend and implement system improvements and best practices.
Ensure reliable operation of HR technology platforms.
Workforce Management Systems
Lead support and optimization of Kronos (UKG) workforce management solutions, including:
Timekeeping
Scheduling
Labor Tracking
Ensure workforce systems effectively support operational requirements.
Integration & Systems Management
Oversee integrations between:
Oracle HCM Cloud
Kronos/UKG
Payroll Systems
Third-Party Applications
Downstream Enterprise Systems
Manage application performance, stability, and system enhancements.
Team Leadership & Vendor Management
Supervise and mentor IT application support staff.
Lead and develop HR systems support teams.
Manage relationships with:
Software Vendors
Service Providers
Technology Partners
Support budgeting, forecasting, procurement, and vendor negotiations.
Project & Governance Leadership
Lead technology projects aligned with SDLC and project management best practices.
Contribute to enterprise HR technology strategy and governance.
Ensure project execution aligns with organizational objectives and timelines.
✅ Required Qualifications
Education
Bachelor’s Degree in:
Computer Science
Information Systems
Related Technical Field
Experience
5+ years managing technology teams
5+ years supporting enterprise business applications
3+ years of direct people management experience
Hands-on experience supporting Kronos (UKG) workforce management solutions
Experience leading enterprise application support initiatives
🛠️ Required Technical Skills
Oracle HCM Cloud
Strong experience supporting:
✔ Core HR
✔ Benefits
✔ Recruiting
✔ Learning
✔ Payroll
Workforce Management
✔ Kronos / UKG Workforce Management
✔ Timekeeping
✔ Scheduling
✔ Labor Management
Additional Skills
✔ Enterprise Application Support
✔ Systems Integration
✔ Vendor Management
✔ SDLC Methodologies
✔ Project Management
✔ Team Leadership
✔ Business Process Improvement
⭐ Preferred Qualifications
Oracle HCM Cloud implementation and optimization experience
Experience with Oracle Redwood UX
Manufacturing industry experience
Experience managing enterprise HR technology ecosystems
Strong stakeholder management and consulting capabilities
🎯 Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate is a technically strong HR systems leader with deep expertise in Oracle HCM Cloud and Kronos/UKG platforms.
They will have:
Extensive experience supporting enterprise HR applications
Strong leadership and people management skills
Hands-on Oracle HCM Cloud expertise across multiple modules
Experience driving HR technology transformation and optimization
Ability to partner effectively with HR, Operations, and Executive Leadership
Strong project delivery and vendor management capabilities
This is a highly technical leadership role requiring hands-on Oracle HCM Cloud experience.
📋 Screening Questions
Do you have at least 5–7 years of experience leading teams within the IT Applications space?
Do you have hands-on experience with Oracle HCM Cloud, including:
Core HR
Recruiting
Learning
Payroll
Benefits?
Do you have experience supporting Kronos (UKG) workforce management solutions?
Are you comfortable working in a hybrid environment with approximately one week per month onsite in Millsboro, Delaware?
📌 Candidate Snapshot
Requirement
Details
Experience
10–15+ Years
Seniority
Mid-Senior Level
Leadership
Required
Education
Bachelor's Degree
Work Model
Hybrid (75% Remote)
Travel
Occasional
Industry
Manufacturing
Relocation
Available
🌟 Why This Opportunity?
Flexible Hybrid Schedule
Up to 75% remote work
Approximately one week onsite per month
Strategic Leadership Role
Lead critical HR technology platforms supporting enterprise operations
Technology Ownership
Oracle HCM Cloud
Kronos (UKG)
Enterprise HR integrations
Growth & Impact
Influence HR technology strategy
Drive digital transformation initiatives
Lead teams and vendor relationships
Partner directly with HR and business leadership
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced HR Technology Leader with strong Oracle HCM Cloud and Kronos/UKG expertise looking to drive enterprise HR systems strategy while maintaining significant work-life flexibility.