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Howdens Joinery are looking for an experienced Solution Architect to join our Supply and Enterprise Team.
This is an excellent opportunity for a confident and engaging Solution Architect to work on several interesting and challenging supply chain transformation projects and support the strategic vision of Howdens.
A Permanent role you can be based from any of our corporate office which are located in Howden, Yorkshire, Brackmills Business Park, Northampton, Raunds, Northamptonshire or Croxley Park, Watford with some home working.
What will I be doing as a Solution Architect?
* Working on transformation projects, you will need to have strong solution design experience in a highly complex enterprise scale-based environment & lines of business from procurement, logistics, manufacturing, finance, and service.
* You will be able to effectively align Business, Data, Integration, Security, Application, and underlying Technology to design robust solutions.
* Working closely with business stakeholders, product management, business analysts, lead developers, systems engineers, project managers and the wider architecture community to deliver viable, high-quality designs to the development and delivery teams.
What We Need From You
* Supply Chain business and solutions experience
* Practical experience on delivery of multiple lifecycle projects in SAP, with a strong understanding of at least 2 of the core SAP modules
* The ability to lead and support the Design authority in highly complex enterprise scale environments.
* Confident, engaging, and a strong work ethic with a passion for transformation and innovation.
* Able to support the overall business strategy, transformation, and technology direction.
* Working understanding of modern integration platforms, various techniques to integrate systems and cloud hosting platforms.
* Understanding and good working knowledge of TOGAF architecture methodology
* Knowledge of emerging technologies and architectural trends
What We Can Offer You
* Competitive salary and annual company bonus
* Company car or car allowance
* Private medical insurance
* Excellent pension scheme (company contribution of up to 12%)
* 25 days holiday + bank holidays with the option to buy additional days
* Free lunch at our onsite canteen
* Staff Discount
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Exceptional Reward and Recognition events.
About Howdens
Howdens Joinery is the UK’s number one trade kitchen supplier providing thousands of products across kitchens, joinery, and hardware. We have over 900 depots throughout the UK and Europe – making us the first choice for more than 460,000 loyal trade professionals. Last year our sales reached circa 2.3bn, and we have an ambitious growth agenda.
As well as the opportunity to develop within a fast paced and commercial environment, you will be part of a rewarding organisation recognised for excellence in the workplace in the Best Big Companies to Work For.
How To Apply
Howdens is founded on the principle of being Worthwhile for ALL concerned. We’re working hard to ensure we provide an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome. We will do everything we can to support you during your application. If you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment process, please email recruitmentteam@howdens.com with the job title and location, and we will be happy to help you
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