Job Title: Head of Enterprise Architecture (Global)
Location: UK (Hybrid – London HQ)
Salary: £120,000 – £150,000 + Bonus + Benefits
The Opportunity
We are partnering with a leading international FMCG organisation to appoint a Head of Enterprise Architecture to lead global architecture strategy across IT and OT environments.
This is a high-impact leadership role, shaping the future-state architecture across a complex, multi-country organisation undergoing significant transformation (ERP, SAP S/4HANA, MES, Data Platforms, AI/ML).
You will operate at executive level, influencing business and technology strategy across supply chain, manufacturing, commercial, and corporate functions.
Key Responsibilities
* Define and own the enterprise architecture blueprint (business, data, application, technology)
* Lead architecture across major transformation programmes (ERP, MES, CRM, Data/AI)
* Establish and govern architecture standards, principles, and review boards
* Drive integration strategy (APIs, event-driven architecture, real-time data)
* Partner with senior stakeholders across:
* Supply Chain, Manufacturing, R&D
* Finance, HR, Commercial
* Lead and develop a central architecture team
* Ensure secure-by-design and scalable technology solutions
* Own technology roadmap and target-state architecture
What We’re Looking For
* Proven experience leading Enterprise Architecture in complex global environments
* Strong background in SAP / ERP ecosystems
* Experience across IT + Operational Technology (OT) (e.g. manufacturing, MES, SCADA)
* Deep understanding of:
* Cloud (Azure/AWS)
* Integration (APIs, middleware)
* Data platforms & MDM
* Strong governance and architecture maturity development
* Excellent stakeholder engagement at C-level
* TOGAF or equivalent preferred
What Success Looks Like
* 6 months:
* Architecture baseline + roadmap defined
* Governance established
* 12 months:
* Major programme delivering against architecture
* Reduced tech debt + improved integration + cost optimisation
Why Apply?
* Enterprise-wide influence across global markets
* Major transformation programmes underway
* Strategic leadership with direct business impact
* Opportunity to build and mature architecture capability
Apply now or contact us for a confidential discussion.