Enterprise Architect -Supply Chain -(hybrid) 3xdays onsite - Contract

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Enterprise Architect -Supply Chain -(hybrid) 3xdays onsite - Contract

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Our client a Global tech firm is seeking an Enterprise Architect Supply Chain to join their team in Johannesburg on a contract basis (hybrid) 3xdays onsite Summary of Role The role acts as a trusted advisor and architectural authority, accountable for ensuring that these capability areas function as a single, connected, and efficient supply chain ecosystem rather than operating as isolated functional silos. Responsibilities Enterprise Architecture Strategy & Ownership Own and evolve the Enterprise Architecture vision and strategy for the Supply Chain function. Define and maintain target architectures and transition roadmaps guiding transformation initiatives. Ensure architectural coherence and consistency across programs, products, and platforms. Architecture Principles, Standards & Governance Define, communicate, and enforce enterprise architecture principles and standards. Act as an architectural authority, governing solution designs and key technology decisions. Ensure new systems integrate smoothly into the enterprise landscape and support long-term business objectives. Business Transformation & Value Enablement Lead enterprise-level architectural thinking for Supply Chain transformation, grounded in a deep understanding of operational processes and their impact on commercial outcomes. Advise senior stakeholders on architectural trade-offs, risks, and opportunities. Drive simplification of the application and data landscape to improve agility, resilience, service levels, and cost efficiency. Investment Protection & Delivery Alignment Provide architectural assurance and due diligence for major initiatives. Reduce enterprise risk by ensuring alignment with approved architectures and roadmaps. Collaborate with Agile and SAFe delivery teams to ensure architecture is actionable and supports effective execution. Qualifications and Experience: Matric and a Tertiary Qualification Extensive EA Experience: Proven track record as an Enterprise Architect in large-scale, complex FMCG\/CPG organizations Executive Influence: Ability to operate at enterprise and executive level, translating deep technical integrations into business value to influence business and IT decisions Deep Supply Chain & Business Domain Knowledge Deep understanding of end-to-end Supply Chain processes and industry best practices, including: Demand Planning and Forecasting Supply Planning and S&OP \/ Integrated Business Planning (IBP) Procurement and Supplier Collaboration Manufacturing and Production Operations Inventory Management and Optimization Warehouse Management Transportation and Logistics Distribution and Customer Fulfillment Supply Chain Performance Management Sustainability and Circular Supply Chain initiatives Proven experience designing and governing architectures across a multi-vendor landscape. Specific experience with our core stack is highly desirable; SAP S4HANA, SAP EWM, SAP TMS, BlueYonder, IOT Platforms AI, Data & User Experience: Deep knowledge of modern data architecture, integration patterns, and API-led connectivity, combined with a working understanding of practical AI applications and strong user experience (UX) sensibility Familiarity with TOGAF, applied pragmatically (principles, target states, roadmaps, governance)