Solution Architect

We are looking for Solution Architect (Track and Trace Programme) for our Client- one of the World's leading consumer goods companies, with brands sold around the globe. The company employs over 55,000 people globally, partner with over 90,000 farmers and have factories in 42 countries, with offices in even more.  

As Serialization and Track and Trace Project Solution Architect define the components of the solution and relationships between them, structure and properties. Establish target and reference architectures, principles and standards. Introduce the overall technical vision. Assure the solution will deliver the business objectives while maximizing reusability, scalability and standardization. Define all aspects of the solution including business process, application, data and technical infrastructure. Translate business requirements into solution components considering complexity of existing local systems.

ib Experience

• A seasoned IT professional with, as a guideline 8+ years’ experience in the field of IT Track and Trace/Manufacturing/Supply Chain
• Multinational FMCG and FTSE-100 experience
• Experience in Application, Integration, Data & Information and Technology Strategy and Design
• Experience in Solution Architecture methods and tools with good appreciation of Enterprise architecture methods and tools, particularly in the area of Track and Trace/Manufacturing/Supply Chain
• Experience and understanding of the issues associated with the business operating model of a global organisation
• Experience in working in Agile/Lean manner: preparing architecture for PI planning, supporting continuous delivery through PI execution, supporting new strategic themes and value streams
• Experience with developing and deploying solutions through DevOps; familiarity with DevOps toolchain: DevOps Azure, Jenkins, Chef, Selenium
• Good understanding of system integration & connectivity (SAP PI, Axway, CPI, hand held scanners, EPCIS messaging)
• Nice to have: Knowledge of SAP LE, warehouse management systems, logistics Track and Trace solutions (ideally Movilizer), mobile RF solutions, SAP OER and/or ATTP, manufacturing execution systems, serialization solutions (ideally Inexto)

Solution architecture

• Produce & own the solution design by providing solutions to the requirements gathered aligning to strategic solutions, target & reference architectures, principles and standards; maximize reuse, scalability and standardization
• Create solution architectures and designs by describing it through the outputs of architecture and design artefacts in standard formats
• Responsible for the Architecture Definition Document and other architectural deliverables; align deliverables to all relevant governance requirements
• Govern, review and quality assure the artefacts created by external suppliers and non-SA internal teams to assure the quality of delivered solution to fulfil business requirements and adhere to strategy
• Work closely with Operations Enterprise Architect and SIs and vendors to create and evolve a roadmap for Serialization and Track and Trace solution
• Leverage knowledge of new technology options and tools to identify and create business improvement opportunities
• Use cross industry insight (e.g. best practices, trends, innovation) to assist in the design and development of solution architecture in 
• Support product development team by providing architectural input into user stories where appropriate
• Ensures adherence to IT Policies around User management, GDPR, Security, Disaster recovery, Service management etc.

Our Client offers: 

• Attractive salary based on a contract of employment 
• Working for a leading corporation with a stable market position
• Possibility to work in an international environment
• Company car or allowance
• Benefits package: life and medical insurance, the social fund (Multisport card, vacation part funding on request)
• Relocation package for international candidates
• Flexible working hours
• Possibility to work remotely occasionally