Oracle HCM Techno-Functional Specialist

Role Overview

The Oracle HCM Techno-Functional Specialist is responsible for the administration, configuration, support and continuous improvement of Oracle Fusion HCM. The role combines functional and technical expertise to ensure the system effectively supports global HR operations, maintains high-quality employee data and delivers efficient, compliant HR processes.

Working closely with HR, IT, Payroll, vendors and business stakeholders, the role supports system enhancements, integrations, reporting, data governance and Oracle quarterly releases while ensuring Oracle HCM remains the global system of record.

Position Title: Oracle HCM Techno-Functional Specialist

Business area: Corporate Services

Function: Human Resources – HR Enablement

Location: Johannesburg/Cape Town, South Africa

Position Type: Full-time

Schedule: Hybrid

Business Overview

Hartree Partners, LP is a leading global merchant commodities firm facilitating the flow of energy, metals, agriculture, and environmental products across the full commodity supply chain, connecting producers and consumers. Hartree was founded in 1997, is jointly owned by senior management and funds managed by Oaktree Capital Management, LP, and employs over 5,000 individuals worldwide.

Hartree is uniquely positioned to capitalise on opportunities across a diversified set of commodities businesses with a focus on trading, asset investments, risk management and advisory services. These businesses are supported by a centralised operating model including risk, technology, operations, finance, HR, legal and compliance, ensuring strong governance and effective execution.

As a growing and evolving firm, Hartree continues to expand its commercial footprint, invest in new assets, and build new capabilities to meet emerging market opportunities. This growth mindset shapes our culture and attracts people who want to innovate, build, and drive meaningful impact.

Key Accountabilities

Oracle HCM Administration

• Administer, configure and maintain Oracle Fusion HCM Core HR and related modules.
• Manage workforce structures, organisational hierarchies, workflows, lookups, flexfields and approvals.
• Ensure system configuration aligns with global standards and business requirements.
• Maintain the integrity of system configurations and workflows.

HRIS Support

• Provide functional support to HR, managers and employees.
• Troubleshoot system issues and coordinate with IT, Oracle Support and vendors to resolve incidents.
• Deliver user training, maintain support documentation and promote system adoption.

Data Governance & Reporting

• Maintain accurate and compliant HR master data through regular audits and data quality initiatives.
• Support HR Data Governance standards and maintain the HR data dictionary.
• Develop and maintain reports, dashboards and ad-hoc analytics using OTBI, BI Publisher and HCM Extracts.

Technical Support & Integrations

• Perform data loads using HDL and Spreadsheet Loader.
• Support HCM Extracts and assist with system integrations, APIs and interface troubleshooting.
• Coordinate with technical teams and vendors to ensure reliable integration with payroll and other business systems.

Business Process Improvement

• Support the employee lifecycle, including hires, transfers, promotions, organisational changes and terminations.
• Analyse business requirements and recommend system enhancements, automation opportunities and process improvements.
• Prepare functional specifications and solution documentation.

Projects & Release Management

• Participate in Oracle implementations, enhancements and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support requirements gathering, testing, User Acceptance Testing (UAT) and deployment activities.
• Participate in Oracle Quarterly Releases, including impact assessments, regression testing and documentation updates.

Documentation & Compliance

• Maintain functional documentation, configuration workbooks, test scripts and process documentation.
• Ensure compliance with governance, audit and data privacy requirements.
• Support internal and external audits by providing system evidence and documentation.

We recognise that talent comes in many forms, and we value potential just as much as experience. If this role excites you but you don’t meet every requirement, we still encourage you to apply.

Our Offer

We provide a fast-paced, stimulating and truly global environment, which will stretch your abilities and channel your talents. We also offer a competitive salary and benefits combined with outstanding career development opportunities in one of the global leaders of commodity trading.

Our Values

Integrity, Collaboration, Entrepreneurship

Our values define who we are. They are the fundamental beliefs that determine our actions and guide our behaviour. They influence the way we communicate and collaborate, and define the way we engage with our clients, partners, and communities.

Our Commitment

We are committed to maintaining a work environment where all employees are treated with dignity and respect. We provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, colour, sex, gender, age, religion, ethnic or national origin, marital or civil partner status, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

We are willing to make any reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process.

We are not accepting unsolicited CV/resumes from recruitment or search agencies for this vacancy. Any CVs/resume’s submitted without a prior agreement in place with our talent acquisition team will be considered the property of Hartree, and no fees will be paid.

To apply, you must have the right to work for the provided location.