Strategy Execution:

• Working with the Head of IT, develop and maintain the enterprise IT architecture vision and strategy, aligning it with business goals.
• Develop short- and long-term IT portfolios and plans to meet organizational needs.
• Communicate IT vision, strategy, metrics, annual goals, and success factors to the Head of IT and other stakeholders.

Managing IT Architecture, Standards, Processes, and Tools:

• Plan, design, communicate, and manage IT projects, including tracking and leading system upgrades and replacements.
• Standardize tools and processes for agile development, estimation, and deployment.
• Monitor projects for adherence to defined IT architecture processes.
• Communicate important policy changes that affect internal operations.
• Develop and regularly test Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery plans.
• Manage detailed budgets for capital and operational expenses related to IT architecture efforts.
• Monitor and appropriately manage security and system alerts.
• Ensure regulatory and audit compliance throughout the IT architecture life cycle.
• Manage project-related resourcing and address changes to project scopes and resource requirements.

Driving for Results:

• Set high-performance standards for self and others.
• Proactively solve problems and deliver results.

Customer Relationships:

• Develop and sustain relationships based on understanding customer/stakeholder needs.
• Ensure actions are consistent with the company’s service standards.

Global Mindset:

• Support employees and business partners with diverse styles, abilities, motivations, and cultural perspectives.
• Utilize differences to drive innovation and engagement.
• Ensure employees contribute to their full potential.

Strategic Partnerships:

• Develop collaborative relationships with other technical teams, employees, and business partners.
• Explore partnership opportunities both inside and outside the organization.
• Influence and leverage corporate and shared services leaders to achieve objectives.
• Ensure resources are received and corporate strategies.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information systems, related field, or equivalent work experience.
• At least 10+ years of experience in IT architecture.
• At least 10+ years of experience with enterprise architecture, software architecture, CRM/ERP development, and Agile practices.
• Must have strong analytical thinking, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills within complex enterprise systems such as SAP S4/Hana, Dynamics 365, etc.
• Must have a strong understanding of sales, logistics, accounting, service, or e-commerce business knowledge and solution design experience.
• Must be solutions-oriented and have exceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to learn and utilize new applications and software systems effectively and efficiently.
• Flexibility to work in a fast-paced, priority-shifting environment.