IT Solutions Architect III

• Systems Integration:

• Hands-on design integrations between internal and external systems using APIs, EDI, middleware, and event-driven architectures.
• Support customer onboarding by designing integrations with customer ERP and supply chain systems.
• Collaborate with vendors and partners to ensure reliable data exchange.
• Hands-on development following design blueprints and/or vendor specifications.
• Delivery and successful roll-out of the designed solution.

• Logistics Technology:

• Partner with Operations, Distribution, Transportation, Customer Service, and Finance to improve business processes through technology.
• Support implementation and enhancement of WMS, TMS, Yard Management, Labor Management, and ERP platforms.
• Recommend automation opportunities to improve warehouse and transportation operations.

• Cloud & Infrastructure:

• Design and develop cloud-based and hybrid technology solutions.
• Collaborate with Infrastructure and Cybersecurity teams to ensure high availability, disaster recovery, and business continuity.
• Support modernization initiatives leveraging Microsoft Azure, AWS, or similar cloud platforms.

• Technology Leadership:

• Provide architectural guidance to development teams and project managers.
• Review technical designs and implementation plans.
• Ensure adherence to enterprise architecture principles and development standards.
• Mentor technical staff on solution architecture best practices.

• Security & Compliance:

• Ensure solutions comply with cybersecurity policies and industry standards.
• Incorporate identity management, encryption, logging, monitoring, and access controls into solution designs.
• Participate in security reviews and risk assessments.

• Vendor & Project Collaboration:

• Evaluate software products and technology vendors.
• Support RFPs and technology selection processes.
• Participate in project planning, budgeting, and implementation activities.
• Work closely with cross-functional business stakeholders to prioritize technology initiatives., * Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)

• Order Management System (OMS)
• Transportation Management Systems (TMS)
• Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP)
• Customer Relationship Management (CRM)
• Electronic Data Interchange (EDI)
• Transportation Visibility Platforms
• Business Intelligence and Analytics
• Customer Portals
• Vendor Portals

Core Competencies:

• Strategic Thinking
• Solution Design
• Systems Integration
• Supply Chain Technology
• Technical Leadership
• Business Process Improvement
• Vendor Management
• Communication and Presentation
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Problem Solving
• Project Delivery
• Customer Focus

Success Measures:

• Deliver scalable, secure, and reliable enterprise solutions.
• Improve warehouse and transportation operational efficiency.
• Reduce manual processes through automation and systems integration.
• Successfully onboard customers through standardized EDI and API integrations.
• Increase system reliability and reduce downtime.
• Ensure technology investments align with business strategy and support organizational growth.
• Maintain compliance with security, governance, and architecture standards.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
• 10+ years of progressive IT experience.
• 5+ years in Solution Architecture, Enterprise Applications, or Technical Architecture.
• Experience designing enterprise application integrations.
• Strong knowledge of supply chain, logistics, warehouse, or transportation business processes.
• Experience working with ERP, WMS, OMS and TMS platforms.
• Experience with REST APIs, EDI (X12/EDIFACT), middleware, and integration platforms.
• Experience with Microsoft Azure, AWS, or hybrid cloud environments.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in Third-Party Logistics (3PL), distribution, manufacturing, or retail supply chain.
• Experience with systems such as Order Management Systems (OMS), Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), Enterprise Integrations, etc.
• Knowledge of RFID, barcode scanning, handheld devices, and warehouse automation technologies.
• Experience implementing EDI transactions such as 940, 945, 850, 856, 810, and 214.
• TOGAF, Microsoft Azure Solutions Architect, AWS Solutions Architect, or PMP certification.

Technical Skills:

• Enterprise Solution Architecture
• Microsoft Azure or AWS
• REST APIs and Microservices
• EDI (ANSI X12/EDIFACT)
• .NET Core
• API Management
• Enterprise Integration viz. Kafka/Message Broker/Queues
• SQL Server, Oracle, PostgreSQL
• Microsoft SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS)
• Azure Integration Services
• Event-Driven Architecture
• Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD)
• DevOps and CI/CD
• Docker and Kubernetes (preferred)
• Power BI
• Microsoft Power Platform (preferred)
• Microsoft 365

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