Program Manager 4-ProdDev

The Low-Voltage Vendor Management TPM will be responsible for overseeing and coordinating all aspects of low-voltage vendor engagement and performance, ensuring that Oracle's data center projects are executed with precision, consistency, and efficiency on a global scale. This role demands a strategic thinker who can develop and implement processes, drive continuous improvement, and foster strong relationships with internal teams and external vendors.

This role offers a unique opportunity to shape and lead a critical function within Oracle's Data Center Organization, influencing the success of global data center projects. The successful candidate will have the chance to work with cutting-edge cloud infrastructure, collaborate with diverse teams, and drive innovation in vendor management and construction processes.

If you have the required expertise, a passion for technology, and a desire to make a significant impact on Oracle's cloud infrastructure, we encourage you to apply and join our dynamic team at OCI.

• Vendor Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with low-voltage vendors, ensuring clear communication, alignment with Oracle's standards, and timely delivery of services.
• Contract Management: Participate in the contracting process, negotiating service-level agreements, and ensuring vendor compliance with contractual obligations.
• Performance Monitoring and Improvement: Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) for vendors, conduct regular performance reviews, and implement corrective actions to drive continuous improvement.
• Planning and Coordination: Collaborate with internal teams, including Construction Management, Design DataHall, and Supply Chain, to forecast demand, plan resources, and ensure site-specific requirements are met during the construction process.
• Material Management: Oversee the planning and staging of low-voltage materials, coordinate storage and inventory, and integrate material delivery schedules into the overall project timeline.
• Global Consistency and Standardization: Implement and maintain standardized processes and procedures for vendor engagement and material management, ensuring global consistency across all Oracle data center projects.
• Risk Mitigation: Identify and proactively address potential risks related to low-voltage installations, ensuring timely resolution and minimizing project delays.
• Team Leadership and Mentorship: Provide guidance and mentorship to junior team members, fostering a collaborative and knowledge-sharing environment.
• Documentation and Reporting: Maintain comprehensive documentation of vendor performance, project milestones, and any issues encountered, providing regular updates to stakeholders.
• Innovation and Process Improvement: Stay updated with industry trends and best practices, identifying opportunities to enhance processes, improve quality, and reduce costs.

• A minimum of 8–10 years of experience in a technical program/project management role, preferably within the data center or infrastructure industry.
• Strong understanding of low-voltage systems, components, and installation processes in data centers.
• Expertise in vendor management, including supplier qualification, contracting, and performance oversight.
• Proficiency in planning and coordinating complex projects, with the ability to manage multiple stakeholders and dependencies.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to build and maintain productive relationships with vendors and internal teams.
• Demonstrated experience in performance monitoring, KPI development, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, managing multiple priorities and adapting to changing requirements.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a detail-oriented mindset.
• Experience in material management and logistics coordination is preferred.
• A Bachelor's or Master's degree in a technical field, such as Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline, or equivalent experience.
• Certifications in project/program management (e.g.,