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The ideal candidate will have at least 15 years of industry experience, with a strong background in implementing, supporting, and managing customer escalations within Oracle Fusion SaaS products. This role requires functional expertise in at least one area of Oracle Fusion and the ability to lead a team of experts dedicated to resolving complex customer issues and improving overall customer satisfaction.\n Key Responsibilities:\nCustomer Escalation Management: Lead the resolution of critical customer issues by collaborating with cross-functional teams, ensuring timely and effective solutions.\nTeam Leadership: Guide and mentor a team of Oracle Fusion experts, fostering a collaborative and high-performance environment.\nFunctional Expertise: Apply in-depth knowledge in at least one Oracle Fusion SaaS product HCM - Payroll area to address and resolve customer problems.\nProcess Improvement: Identify and implement process improvements to enhance customer support and satisfaction.\nStakeholder Communication: Serve as a primary point of contact for escalated issues, providing regular updates to customers and internal stakeholders.\nRoot Cause Analysis: Conduct thorough investigations to determine the root cause of issues and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.\nTraining and Development: Develop training materials and conduct training sessions for team members and customers to improve product understanding and issue resolution capabilities.\nDocumentation: Maintain detailed records of customer interactions, issue resolutions, and process improvements.\nPerformance Metrics: Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) related to customer support and satisfaction, driving continuous improvement.\nCrisis Management: Lead crisis management efforts during major incidents, ensuring rapid and effective resolution while minimizing impact on customers.\nKey Experience:\nMinimum of 15 years of industry experience in implementing, supporting, and managing customer escalations within Oracle Fusion SaaS products.\nFunctional Expertise: Proficiency in HCM - Payroll area of Oracle Fusion SaaS. \nLeadership Skills: Proven ability to lead and mentor a team of experts, driving high performance and effective collaboration.\nCustomer Focus: Strong customer service orientation with a demonstrated ability to manage and resolve complex customer issues.\nCommunication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex information to various stakeholders.\nProblem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues.\nProject Management: Experience in managing projects and initiatives aimed at improving customer support and satisfaction.\nTechnical Knowledge: Solid understanding of Oracle Fusion architecture, integration, and best practices.\nAdaptability: Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, and manage multiple priorities effectively.\nEducation:\nBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field. 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