Enterprise Architect 15+ Years

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Enterprise Architect to join our team as a Senior Manager. In this role, you will lead the strategic direction of our enterprise architecture, ensuring alignment between business strategy and IT initiatives across our Client distribution operations. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with our core technologies including SAP, Microsoft Dynamics CRM, Ariba, Right Angle, and Ortec, as well as proven expertise managing hybrid cloud environments in Azure and AWS alongside on-premises infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

• Develop and maintain the enterprise architecture roadmap in alignment with business objectives and industry best practices
• Lead architectural governance and oversight for all technology initiatives across the organization
• Collaborate with executive leadership to translate business strategy into architectural vision an execution plans
• Provide technical leadership and mentoring to technology teams across the organization

Architecture Design & Implementation

• Design and oversee implementation of enterprise-wide architecture solutions spanning on-premises and cloud environments (Azure and AWS)
• Manage integration between critical business systems including SAP, Microsoft Dynamics CRM, Ariba ,Right Angle, and Ortec
• Oversee middleware strategy and implementation, with particular focus on SAP BTP and Process Integration/Process Orchestration (PI/PO)
• Establish standards, patterns, and best practices for system integration, data management, andapplication development
• Ensure architecture decisions support business continuity, disaster recovery, and security requirements specific to the Client distribution industry

Cloud & Digital Transformation

• Lead cloud strategy and migration initiatives between on-premises systems and cloud platforms (Azure and AWS)
• Design hybrid architecture solutions that optimize system performance, reliability, and cost-effectiveness
• Develop strategies for modernizing legacy systems and applications while minimizing business disruption
• Guide the adoption of containerization, microservices, and API-first approaches where appropriate

Governance & Compliance

• Establish and maintain enterprise architecture standards, policies, and procedures
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations and standards specific to the Client distribution sector
• Implement architecture review processes for all major technology initiatives
• Develop and monitor architecture-related KPIs and metrics

Stakeholder Management

• Serve as the primary technical liaison between IT and business departments
• Lead architecture review boards and governance committees
• Communicate complex technical concepts effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Build consensus around architectural decisions across diverse stakeholder groups

Qualifications

Required Experience & Education

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field; Master's degree preferred
• 10+ years of experience in IT architecture roles with progressive responsibility
• 5+ years of experience in a senior architecture role within the energy, utilities, or distribution industry
• Demonstrated experience architecting and implementing enterprise solutions using SAP and Microsoft technologies
• Extensive experience with middleware integration platforms, particularly SAP BTP and PI/PO
• Proven track record leading cloud migration and hybrid cloud architecture initiatives on Azure and AWS
• Experience with supply chain and logistics systems such as Right Angle and Ortec

Technical Knowledge

• Deep understanding of SAP architecture, including ECC, S/4HANA, and SAP BTP
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics CRM architecture and integration patterns
• Expertise in enterprise integration patterns and middleware solutions
• Comprehensive understanding of cloud architecture principles for both Azure and AWS
• Knowledge of API management, microservices architecture, and containerization technologies
• Familiarity with data architecture, business intelligence, and analytics platforms
• Understanding of cybersecurity frameworks and principles as they relate to enterprise architecture

Leadership & Professional Skills

• Strong strategic thinking and planning capabilities
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Proven ability to lead and influence cross-functional teams
• Exceptional problem-solving and analytical skills
• Experience managing architectural governance in complex organizations
• Strong business acumen and understanding of the Client distribution industry

Certifications (Preferred)

• TOGAF, Zachman, or other enterprise architecture certification
• AWS Certified Solutions Architect and/or Microsoft Azure Solutions Architect
• SAP Certified Technology Associate - System Architecture
• ITIL certification