Managing Architect (Release Train Architect) for Supply Chain

Are you ready to shape the digital future of Production, QEHS and Procurement at Arla Foods? If you thrive in leading technical teams to create groundbreaking solutions, we want you on our Supply Chain team at Arla IT!

As a Managing Architect (Release Train Architect), you will play a key role in driving our digital transformation within the Supply Chain Application and Analytics Train.  

Collaborating closely with the ART management team, you will lead initiatives that redefine our digital landscape. We are approx. 60 highly skilled people in a mix of internals and externals. We span from deep technical insights to broad business knowledge, and we collaborate to create the best solutions for the business and maximize the value of our IT investments.

How you will make an impact

You will be responsible for advancing Arla’s architectural design and leading a team of solution architects. Your focus will include areas such as Production, Plant Maintenance, Quality, Procurement and Analytics. To enable the digital future, we drive the technical direction and development through a roadmap where you engage with our enterprise architects and business stakeholders to ensure the support of our business strategy.

We operate in an agile environment, leveraging the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) to guide our processes and methodologies. You will collaborate closely with the Product Manager and Release Train Engineer to inspire the business and identify new opportunities. At the same time, you ensure we build the best technical solutions to solve the business challenges, and engage with our IT Operations and IT Security to ensure stable and secure operations.

Your role will involve technical leadership but also the development and mentoring of a team of 5 solution architects. By fostering a supportive, inclusive and innovative environment, you will help your team reach their highest potential, driving both individual and organizational success.

More specifically, you will:

• Lead the ART leadership team, defining and communicating technical and architectural strategies
• Design target architectures and high-level technical solutions
• Oversee the development of robust technical solutions and infrastructures
• Ensure solutions meet quality standards and comply with Arla's guidelines

The position is based in either Aarhus, Denmark or Gdansk, Poland. Some infrequent travel between Aarhus and Gdansk will be required, along with occasional trips to our European markets.

What will make you successful?

Success in our dynamic business environment requires adaptability and strong communication skills. Your ability to navigate business demands, set direction amidst evolving priorities, and build strong relationships will ensure the alignment of IT initiatives with business goals. Through your technical leadership, you supervise, inspire and deliver excellent results through others. To succeed in this role, we imagine:

• Proven experience as an IT architect with a record of designing and implementing enterprise-grade digital solutions
• Strong understanding of modern architectures, clouds, and digital development disciplines
• Experience with a broad range of technologies, such as SAP Production, Plant maintenance and Quality. Sales force, Coupa, Data platforms – preferably Microsoft Azure
• Previous experience as people manager is a plus

What do we offer?

Joining Arla IT means being part of a team dedicated to leveraging state-of-the-art digital technologies. You'll have the chance to work on transformative projects that enhance our operations, improve customer experiences, and promote sustainable practices in the dairy industry.

Would you like to join us?

If you're ready to drive innovation and make a lasting impact in the industry, seize this exciting opportunity and apply today. We evaluate applications continuously, so don't delay. For more information, contact Michael Fiil, Director of IT Solutions – Supply Chain, at mifii@arlafoods.com.

We have a purpose for Good

At Arla, we strive to unlock the highest potential in each other while working together to create a sustainable future of dairy. We call itStronger People Stronger Planet and it is deeply anchored in our organisation and founded on our commitment to respecting human rights, increasing access to healthy dairy nutrition, inspiring good food habits, and improving the environment for future generations. In order to succeed we need to hire people with a sustainable mindset. Could this be you?

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