PeopleSoft Absence Management Functional Lead

ABOUT SIERRA-CEDAR Sierra-Cedar delivers industry-focused client solutions including deployment, management, and optimization of enterprise applications and technology. We offer a competitive benefits package including 401(k), Health, Disability, and Life. Sierra-Cedar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Sierra-Cedar is seeking a motivated and experienced PeopleSoft Absence Management Functional Lead.  If you are passionate about the technology, clients and all the challenges that go with being a consultant, you will want to be a part of our team.  Our people have the skills and business savvy to provide exceptional consulting services to clients, helping them gain the optimum benefit and value from their PeopleSoft software.  This position requires 100% travel with projects executed on-site at Sierra-Cedar client locations nationwide, with a typical week of four 10-hour days. RESPONSIBILITIES - Provide PeopleSoft Absence Management functional consulting services by acting as subject matter expert and leading clients through the entire systems development lifecycle - Work on all project phases of PeopleSoft Absence Management including fit/gap, configuration, and testing - Assist clients in fully integrating the PeopleSoft Absence Management system into their current business environments and provide input on best practices - Advise client on options, risks, and any impacts on other processes or systems - Configure the PeopleSoft Absence Management system to meet each client’s unique business requirements - Complete tasks efficiently and in a timely manner - Report progress to clients and project managers - Continually seek ways to improve the process of delivering PeopleSoft Absence Management solutions - Share knowledge to continually improve implementation methodology - Minimum of five years PeopleSoft experience - PeopleSoft 9.2 experience - Upgrade and implementation experience - Ability to work on all project phases of a project: Project Preview, Fit/Gap Analysis, Setup and Testing - Solid experience with PeopleSoft Absence Management implementations - Solid understanding of all processes and reports LEADERSHIP SKILLS - Demonstrated ability to manage project scope and client expectations - Demonstrated follow-through on assignments and issue resolutionCONSULTING SKILLS - Clear and effective communication - Consistently produce clear, concise status reports - Builds confidence and trust with clients - Displays effective analytical skills