Solution Architect (Operations)

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred
• 10–12 years of proven experience as a Solution Architect, ideally within Manufacturing, Operations, or Production environments
• Strong background in enterprise-level software development methodologies, frameworks, and technologies
• Proven experience designing and delivering complex technology solutions in large-scale business environments
• Good understanding of Operations, Production, and Manufacturing business processes
• Solid knowledge of ERP systems and their role in supporting operational business functions
• Understanding of OT systems and their integration with enterprise landscapes
• Experience with solution design across multisite and multi-instance environments
• Familiarity with cloud computing, microservices architecture, and API design
• Knowledge of architectural frameworks, design patterns, and integration technologies
• Understanding of data management principles and their role in enterprise solutions
• Experience with cloud-native development and serverless computing is an advantage
• Strong communication, stakeholder management, and negotiation skills
• Proven ability to work across business and technology teams in a collaborative environment
• Experience with ITSM processes and agile ways of working is a plus
• Experience in consumer goods, FMCG, or similarly complex global organizations is a plus

What the job involves

• We are seeking talented and experienced Solution Architects to join our dynamic team. Solution Architect is responsible for designing end-to-end solutions (encompassing application layer, data layer and infrastructure layer) that address our businesses and functions’ needs
• You will be a part of the Global Enterprise Architecture team and work closely with domain representatives, product owners, developers, data architects, infrastructure specialists and other stakeholders to understand requirements and translate them into robust, scalable, and efficient solutions. Your scope will cover more specifically business domains related to operations: Supply Chain and Manufacturing & Production
• The Solution Architect oversees solution architecture definition, ensuring alignment with global frameworks at Pernod Ricard and consistency of models across the technical landscape. The role involves guaranteeing that overall development efforts are integrated appropriately, from testing to effective roll‑out
• Defining target Solution Architecture and Contributing to Solution Design, Development and Rollout:
• Understand business objectives, technical requirements, and constraints
• Develop comprehensive solution designs that leverage existing technologies and align with industry best practices
• Define solution conceptual & detailed architecture, ensuring alignment with global architecture standards, building & maintaining associated models & documentation
• Assess evolving product roadmap impacts on solution architecture & continuously optimize target vision
• Define guidelines for engineering/development & integration/deployment teams working on the solution, in relation with tech/data architects, providing support as needed
• Contribute to the evaluation/selection process for application packages, where relevant
• Engaging in change management & continuous improvement initiatives:
• Contribute to transversal initiatives to secure continuous improvement of architecture practices at Pernod Ricard
• Champion global architecture vision within product squads, for your scope. Continuously develop your own skills on solution architecture topics
• Technical Leadership:
• Provide technical leadership and guidance throughout the project lifecycle
• Work closely with development teams to ensure that architectural standards and best practices are followed
• Architecture Development:
• Design and document solution architectures, including system components, interfaces, data flows, and integration points
• Ensure that architectures are scalable, secure, and maintainable
• Technology Evaluation:
• Research and evaluate new technologies, tools, and frameworks
• Make recommendations for technology adoption based on industry trends, client requirements, and project goals
• Risk Management:
• Identify potential risks and issues related to solution architecture
• Develop mitigation strategies to address risks and ensure project success