HCM Implementation Principal (Houston)

Oracle Fusion Cloud HCM Must be a US Citizen JOB DESCRIPTION *This role is 100% needed onsite with the team / Houston, TX* We are seeking an experienced HCM Implementation Principal to support the deployment and adoption of Oracle Fusion Cloud HCM across our global workforce. This individual will bring both deep technical expertise in Oracle HCM modules and strong HR operational insight to help guide the organization through a complex transformation from PeopleSoft 9.2 to Oracle Fusion Cloud HCM. The HCM Implementation Principal will partner closely with HR, IT, and project leadership to coordinate configuration, process alignment, data, and organizational readiness workstreams. This role plays a key part in ensuring all technical and functional activities move in syncsupporting both the system implementation and the business changes necessary for a successful transition. Key Responsibilities Serve as a functional and technical advisor to HR and project teams during the Oracle Fusion Cloud HCM implementation. Partner with global HR and IT leaders to coordinate and integrate parallel workstreams, including configuration, data validation, testing, and readiness activities. Contribute to the design of the future-state HR operating and support model, ensuring processes, policies, and governance align with the new platform. Collaborate with HR policy owners to identify and update policies impacted by the system transition. Support change management and communication efforts by providing input on stakeholder impacts, process changes, and training needs. Participate in functional design reviews, system configuration, and validation of Oracle Fusion HCM modules (e.g., Core HR, Absence, Payroll, Talent, and Compensation). Coordinate user acceptance testing (UAT) and ensure alignment between technical delivery and business expectations. Help ensure integrations between Oracle Fusion and related systems (payroll, timekeeping, learning, analytics, etc.) function effectively. Monitor progress across workstreams, identify dependencies, and support issue resolution to maintain project momentum. Support post-go-live stabilization, including knowledge transfer, continuous improvement, and user enablement activities. Qualifications Required: Bachelors degree in Human Resources, Information Systems, or related field. 10+ years of experience in HR technology or HRIS roles, including extensive hands-on experience with Oracle Fusion Cloud HCM. Direct experience with PeopleSoft 9.2 and participation in migration or implementation projects to Oracle Fusion Cloud HCM. Proven ability to bridge functional HR needs with technical system capabilities. Demonstrated success supporting or coordinating large-scale, multi-country HCM implementations. Strong understanding of HR data management, process design, and global compliance standards. Excellent communication and relationship management skills, with the ability to work effectively across functions and geographies. Preferred: Experience in manufacturing and/or service industry environments. Oracle Fusion HCM certification(s). Familiarity with HR data reporting and integration tools (OTBI, BI Publisher, etc.). Experience contributing to HR change management, policy governance, or operating model design during technology transitions.