Data Architect

System One is actively seeking a Data Architect for a permanent position with our client, located in Amarillo, TX.

The Data Architect’s primary responsibility is to develop a deep understanding of our business systems and proactively identify opportunities to design and implement scalable solutions.  This role supports the Director of Finance in financial analysis, reporting, and system-related initiatives.

Position Overview:
Serving as the primary subject matter expert for all data and information systems, the Data Architect evaluates system usage, drives optimization efforts, and provides guidance on data governance across our business ecosystem. This role also plays a critical part in researching, evaluating, and implementing future systems and ad hoc applications.

Essential Job Responsibilities:

Business System

• Fully understand the operations of the business and the benefits of our ERP and related systems.

• Support Finance and other departments in realizing the full capabilities of our current system.

• Discover the best way to utilize current modules in SAP B1, advising and supporting optimization efforts to unlock further capabilities.

• Analyze and provide recommendations for new templates, training, and process flows within SAP B1, owning continued development.

• Develop and support data governance reporting, Boyum buttons, and Boyum validation to guide user operations and desired outcomes within the team.

• Lead the team in updating and configuring inventory SKUs and customer master data, developing a more uniform repository and improved reporting structure.

Data Analytics Architecture

• Design, implement, and support a comprehensive data analytics system, including forward-facing dashboards using Power BI.

Centralize Multiple Data Sources into One Data Warehouse

• Utilize SQL Server or equivalent platforms.

• Schedule and automate data pipelines without disrupting business operations.

• Develop redundancy and data cleanup procedures as needed.

• Support continued operation and system improvements.

• Develop and maintain interactive dashboards and reporting, tailored to roles and permissions.

• Automate data refreshes and workflows to ensure consistent, up-to-date reporting.

• Establish and oversee governance, security, and user access controls.

• Train and update end-users and analysts on Power BI functionalities and best practices.

Future Implementations

• Lead the organization in overseeing the Data & IT Roadmap.

• Develop and maintain a process for mapping project scopes to drive effective and efficient system improvements.

• Research, consult, and lead future system implementations, collaborating with third parties and consultants as needed.

Critical/Core Competencies:

• Business Acumen: Understand the financial impact of decisions both departmentally and companywide.

• Ownership: Take responsibility for all work and projects from start to finish; self-starter.

• Detail Orientation: High attention to detail; thorough and accuracy-focused.

• Self-Awareness: Recognize personal feelings and understand how actions/behaviors impact others.

• Thinking Skills: Strong math, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities.

• Customer Orientation: Deliver, anticipate, and maintain professionalism with customers.

Transactional Management:

• Managing & Measuring Work: Achieve results by communicating clear objectives and tracking progress.

• Results Focus: Deliver consistent and reliable outcomes; avoid overcommitting or being overly cautious.

• Influence: Affect others through empathy, understanding, and mutual respect.

• Teamwork & Collaboration: Work effectively with others to achieve results.

• Organizational Awareness: Read and act on knowledge about the organization effectively.

Minimum Job Requirements:

Education

• BS degree in Business, Management, Finance, Math, Computer Science, or Information Services Management required.

• Manufacturing experience preferred.

Professional Work Experience

• 5–7 years of data or systems experience in related fields (inventory management/manufacturing preferred).

• At least 10 years of experience in data analysis.

• Experience leading a team or large projects.

Technical Skills

• Proficient in Microsoft business applications and adaptable to other business systems.

• Experience querying databases and using statistical languages (R, Python, SQL, etc.).

• SAP experience preferred.

• Power BI experience required.

Physical & Mental Requirements

• Occasional travel (as little as one week per year up to a few days per quarter).

• Must possess adequate sight and hearing to perform job functions.

• Frequent verbal communication required.

• Specific vision abilities: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, ability to adjust focus.

• Detail-oriented with the ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Expectations

• Adhere to corporate and local policies.

• Maintain six corporate values: customer focus, integrity, respect, innovation, quality, continuous improvement.

• Support four strategies contained in the company’s strategic plan.

• Support the local quality program (SQS).

• Foster and cultivate the company brand.

• Business casual attire.

• Position is 95% in-office.

Working Conditions

• Work performed in a climate-controlled office.

• Moderate noise level typical of an office environment.

• No environmental hazards encountered during normal duties.

• Primarily at a desk/workstation, but may be deployed to other business areas as needed.