Enterprise Solution Architect

Enterprise Solution Architect – Supply Chain (Sourcing & Procurement)
Location: Seattle (Preferred) / Remote
Rate: DOE

We are seeking an experienced Enterprise Solution Architect to lead solution design and architecture for supply chain sourcing and procurement initiatives within a global QSR/manufacturing environment. This is a client-facing role requiring strong communication skills.

Key Skills & Experience:

·        10+ years IT experience; 5+ years in enterprise/solution architecture

·        Strong expertise in Source-to-Pay (S2P), supplier onboarding, sourcing, procurement, and supplier portals

·        Experience with Ariba, Coupa, Ivalua, HICX, APEX Analytics, Oracle Procurement Cloud, SAP Ariba

·        Cloud & integration experience: AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform, API-based integrations

·        Experience in QSR, retail, or manufacturing preferred.

Domain Expertise:

·        Deep understanding of supplier engagement models, sourcing strategies, and procurement operations.

·        Expertise in Source-to-Pay (S2P) processes, including sourcing events, contract lifecycle management, purchasing, invoicing, and supplier collaboration.

·        Familiarity with supplier risk and compliance frameworks, ESG tracking, and third-party risk management.

Technology & Tools:

·        Strong experience with supplier management platforms such as Ariba, Aravo, Coupa, Ivalua, HICX, and APEX Analytics.

·        Proficiency in ERP and procurement systems including Oracle Procurement Cloud, and SAP Ariba.

·        Experience designing and integrating supplier portals and partner collaboration platforms.

·        Solid background in cloud-native architectures (Azure, AWS, Google Cloud Platform) and API-based integrations for supplier data exchange.

Architecture & Leadership:

·        Ability to define and drive target architectures for sourcing and procurement ecosystems.

·        Skilled in creating architecture artifacts such as data flow diagrams, integration blueprints, and supplier interaction models.

·        Experience leading vendor evaluations, RFI/RFP processes, and technology assessments for procurement solutions.

·        Strong collaboration skills to work with procurement leaders, category managers, and supplier relationship teams.

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