Solution Architect - Planning Systems

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• Assess current systems and recommend improvements or new platforms (e.g., Kinaxis, OMP, SAP IBP).
• Design the end-to-end architecture for planning tools and how they connect to SAP and other systems.
• Set standards and governance so all divisions follow consistent architecture and security practices.
• Lead design reviews and approve major technical decisions.
• Define data and integration models, including master data, APIs, middleware, and data flows.
• Work with IT teams to ensure data quality, analytics enablement, and smooth system orchestration., Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools. Related Jobs Solution Architect - Planning Systems (Demand, Supply & Finite Scheduling) TEKsystems Waukegan, ILOn-Site SAP ERP Planning Scheduling Operations Leadership Governance Middleware Supply Chain Data Quality Life Sciences Decision Making Demand Planning SAP Applications Influencing Skills Business Valuation Kinaxis (Software) Supply Chain Planning Solution Architecture Full Stack Development Artificial Intelligence Enterprise Architecture Business Transformation Critical Illness Insurance Application Programming Interface (API) +0 Senior Solutions Architect II (Oracle Architecture, SQL) Walgreens Deerfield, ILOn-Site Planning Geography Operations Leadership Management Automation Governance Innovation Resilience Scalability Server-Side Communication Test Planning Accountability Trend Analysis Business Acumen Decision Making Software Design Database Design Oracle Databases Sql Optimization Operating Systems Change Management Inventory Staging Health Assessment Disaster Recovery Database Security Performance Tuning Problem Management Workflow Management Development Testing Incident Management Systems Architecture Azure Cloud Services Design Specifications Relationship Building Emerging Technologies Business Intelligence Software Architecture Technical Engineering Database Architecture IT Capacity Management Database Administration Software Design Patterns SQL (Programming Language) Backup and Recovery System Java (Programming Language) Database Life Cycle Management Software Development Life Cycle

• Bachelor's degree in IT, Engineering, or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in enterprise architecture and supply chain systems.
• Deep expertise in SAP ERP (S/4HANA preferred) and integration architecture.
• Strong experience with planning tools (Kinaxis, OMP, SAP IBP, Blue Yonder).
• Proven experience designing architectures in complex, multi-system environments.
• Strong knowledge of life sciences supply chain and GxP requirements.
• Excellent leadership, influence, and decision-making skills.

This is a Contract position based out of Waukegan, IL. Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $90.00 - $110.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type

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