Program Manager – Human Capital Management (HCM)

Oracle is seeking a highly motivated and results-oriented Program Manager to join the Human Capital Management (HCM) organization. In this role, you will lead strategic, cross-functional initiatives that support Oracle's global Human Resources and HCM programs. You will partner with HR Centers of Excellence, business leaders, product teams, IT, operations, and executive stakeholders to deliver initiatives that improve employee experience, optimize business processes, and enable organizational transformation.

The ideal candidate is an experienced program leader with exceptional organizational, communication, and stakeholder management skills. You are passionate about driving operational excellence, implementing scalable processes, and successfully managing complex initiatives from planning through execution. and third-party vendors to ensure delivery.

This is a hybrid position requiring the candidate to live a commutable distance from the Reston VA office.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end planning and execution of strategic HCM programs and initiatives across multiple business functions.
• Partner with Human Resources, Talent Management, HR Operations, IT, Finance, Legal, and business leaders to align program objectives and deliver measurable business outcomes.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive program plans, timelines, milestones, budgets, and success metrics.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to manage dependencies, priorities, risks, and issue resolution.
• Drive governance activities, including executive status reporting, steering committee meetings, and program reviews.
• Identify opportunities to improve HR processes, operational efficiencies, and employee experiences through process optimization and technology solutions.
• Support organizational change management, communications, and adoption activities for new HCM initiatives.
• Monitor program performance using KPIs, dashboards, and metrics to ensure successful delivery and continuous improvement.
• Facilitate collaboration across global teams while ensuring alignment with Oracle's strategic objectives.
• Ensure programs are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned with business priorities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, Organizational Development, Information Systems, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in program management, project management, HR operations, Human Capital Management, or business operations.
• Experience leading enterprise-wide, cross-functional programs in a fast-paced technology or global business environment.
• Strong understanding of Human Capital Management processes, including talent management, workforce planning, employee lifecycle, performance management, learning, compensation, or HR operations.
• Exceptional communication, facilitation, and executive presentation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to influence stakeholders across all organizational levels without direct authority.
• Experience with Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid project management methodologies.
• Proficiency with project management tools such as Jira, Smartsheet, Microsoft Project, or similar collaboration platforms.
• Experience working with enterprise HCM platforms such as Oracle Fusion Cloud HCM, Workday, SAP SuccessFactors, or similar solutions is preferred.

Preferred Skills

• Human Capital Management (HCM)
• Program and Project Management
• Cross-functional Leadership
• Organizational Change Management
• Process Improvement
• Executive Stakeholder Management
• Risk and Issue Management
• Business Process Optimization
• Data Analysis and Reporting
• Operational Excellence
• Agile Methodologies
• Strategic Planning

Success Measures

Successful candidates will demonstrate the ability to:

• Deliver strategic HCM programs on schedule and within scope.
• Improve operational efficiency and employee experience through scalable solutions.
• Build trusted partnerships across HR, business, and technical organizations.
• Communicate effectively with executive leadership and cross-functional stakeholders.
• Drive measurable business outcomes through disciplined program management and continuous improvement.
• Anticipate risks, solve complex organizational challenges, and enable successful organizational change.

Why Oracle

Oracle's Human Capital Management organization is committed to enabling a world-class employee experience through innovative technology, operational exc