Principal Oracle SCM Solution Architect

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For over 30 years, Version 1 has been a leading Oracle partner specialising in Enterprise Applications, delivering ERP, HCM and EPM solutions that enable organisations to transform and modernise their core systems. Combining deep domain expertise with end-to-end delivery and managed services, we support some of the UK and Ireland’s largest organisations in driving business value through Oracle technology. Top-tier Oracle partner across Database, Platform, ERP, and Managed Services 37 UKOUG awards over the last 3 years 13 awards - UK Oracle User Group (UKOUG) Community Awards 2026 (4 Gold, 5 Silver, 4 Bronze) Certified Great Place to Work Recognised as a leader in AI & digital transformation consulting with global delivery footprint With 3,800+ people and revenues exceeding €347m/£302m, Version 1 is a market leader in Oracle, Microsoft, and AWS consulting services – and one of the fastest-growing digital consultancies in Europe. Principal Oracle SCM Solution Architect YOU MUST BE SC CLEARED OR ELIGIBLE FOR CTC CLEARANCE. TO BE ELIGIBLE YOU MUST HAVE LIVED IN THE UK FOR THE LAST 3 YEARS. This is an opportunity to move beyond implementation and become a trusted supply chain transformation advisor. As a Principal Oracle SCM Solution Architect, you'll partner with senior business and technology leaders to solve complex supply chain challenges, define enterprise-wide Oracle solution strategies, and guide critical transformation decisions. Working across some of the most ambitious Oracle Cloud programmes in the market, you'll combine deep supply chain expertise, architectural leadership, and commercial acumen to deliver lasting business value. You'll join a highly regarded Oracle practice where your insight, influence, and leadership will directly shape client success, practice growth, and the future of our Oracle SCM capability. Why This Role Exists We are seeking a highly experienced Oracle Supply Chain Solution Architect to provide strategic solution leadership across complex Oracle Cloud SCM transformation programmes. This is not a configuration-focused role. It is a senior advisory and architecture position for an individual who can engage confidently with executive business and technology stakeholders, understand complex supply chain challenges, and translate them into practical Oracle-enabled solutions. As the lead supply chain advisor across a portfolio of Oracle Cloud clients, you will shape transformation roadmaps, guide critical design decisions, influence programme direction, and help organisations maximise the value of their Oracle investment. Many of our clients operate within highly regulated and operationally complex environments, where balancing business objectives, compliance requirements, and technology enablement is critical to success. You will be comfortable operating independently at executive level, navigating ambiguity, facilitating complex decisions, and providing confident leadership in programmes where risk, complexity, and competing priorities are commonplace. You will be a trusted advisor, a strategic thinker, and a recognised authority on how Oracle Cloud can enable supply chain transformation. Key Responsibilities Solution Architecture & Advisory You will: Lead Oracle SCM solution architecture across discovery, design, delivery, optimisation, and transformation engagements. Advise senior client stakeholders on supply chain operating models, process design, Oracle capabilities, implementation approaches, and business outcomes. Facilitate discovery workshops, future-state design sessions, solution option assessments, roadmap planning, and design authority discussions. Develop high-quality architecture artefacts including:Solution option papers Target operating model inputs Conceptual solution designs Roadmaps and transformation recommendations Cross-functional impact assessments Shape end-to-end Oracle solutions spanning Supply Chain, Procurement, Finance, Product Management, Planning, Order Management, Reporting, Integration, and Data. Design Governance & Delivery Leadership You will: Assess design decisions across multiple workstreams, identifying dependencies, risks, implementation complexity, and downstream impacts. Provide architectural leadership to programme teams, maintaining solution integrity throughout the delivery lifecycle. Support design governance activities and present recommendations to Design Authorities, Steering Committees, and executive stakeholders. Help delivery teams resolve complex process, integration, data, and solution challenges. Business Development & Growth You will: Support pre-sales activities, bids, solution shaping, demonstrations, and client workshops. Translate business challenges into compelling Oracle-enabled solution propositions. Identify opportunities for account growth, value realisation, and broader transformation initiatives. Build and maintain trusted advisor relationships with supply chain executives, CIOs, programme sponsors, and transformation leaders. Capability Development You will: Mentor consultants, architects, and solution leads across the Oracle practice. Develop reusable assets, methodologies, and best practices including:Reference architectures Discovery frameworks Capability maturity assessments Roadmap templates Design decision frameworks Contribute to the ongoing growth and market differentiation of Version 1's Oracle SCM capability. What We Need From You Oracle SCM Expertise You will have: Extensive experience delivering Oracle Fusion Cloud SCM solutions in senior architecture, advisory, or programme leadership roles. Deep expertise across key Oracle SCM capabilities including:Manufacturing (including Contract Manufacturing) Inventory Management Cost Management Supply Chain Planning Product Management Order Management Supply Chain Execution Strong understanding of how Oracle capabilities support end-to-end supply chain business processes. Enterprise Architecture & Integration You will have: Experience architecting solutions that integrate SCM with Procurement, Finance, PPM, HCM, EPM, Analytics, and Reporting platforms. Significant experience designing integration, reporting, extension, and data migration strategies. Practical knowledge of:Oracle Integration Cloud (OIC) APIs and web services OTBI BI Publisher Oracle Analytics Cloud (OAC) Fusion Data Intelligence (FDI) Stakeholder Leadership You will have: Proven ability to engage and influence senior stakeholders across business and technology functions. Experience presenting architecture recommendations, risks, and strategic options to governance forums and executive audiences. Outstanding facilitation skills with the ability to bring structure, clarity, and momentum to complex discussions. Confidence operating as the senior client-facing representative on large Oracle transformation programmes. Commercial & Consulting Capability You will have: Strong consulting and problem-solving skills. Ability to identify business value, support account growth, and contribute to winning proposals. Commercial awareness and a pragmatic approach to balancing business objectives, delivery realities, and solution design principles. Particularly Valuable Experience You will have experience within one or more of the following sectors or environments: Life Sciences Pharmaceuticals Biotechnology Medical Devices Other regulated manufacturing industries You will have additional experience in: GxP-regulated environments 21 CFR Part 11 and EU Annex 11 compliance Electronic records, electronic signatures, and audit requirements Contract Manufacturing Organisations (CMO) Contract Development and Manufacturing Organisations (CDMO) Batch manufacturing and lot genealogy Quality management and release processes Cold chain logistics and controlled distribution Supply chain planning, demand planning, S&OP, and Integrated Business Planning Warehousing, logistics, and distribution operations Direct industry experience in supply chain,