Business Solutions Architect- Finance & Purchasing

Job Description

The Solutions Architect within ITW Welding is an innovative strategy leader with a strong understanding of financial and procurement functional areas; with the ability to apply that knowledge to implement solutions to accommodate business requirements in a manufacturing environment.

We are looking for a motivated team member with excellent leadership and the ability to build strong relationships. A qualified candidate can effectively translate organizational needs into strategic opportunities, while understanding the effect on a growing global organization. Responsibilities will include deep assessments into business challenges, evaluating new technologies, and defining functional standards. This individual will manage the planning and implementation of projects ensuring policies and procedures are consistent with company goals, best practices, software compliance, and regulatory requirements.

Understanding of finance and purchasing business system processes

Industry best practice awareness of technology concepts and architecture patterns

Work with vendors and service providers as a liaison for the technical team to select the services and products that meet company requirements

Establish and maintain an effective system of communications throughout the organization

Determine project schedules and effectively manage the allocation of resources to achieve project objectives

Ability to translate technical language into non-technical understanding

Work closely with our user community and IT professionals to build consensus and standards that are scalable, adaptable, and flexible to meet the needs of a changing business landscape

Comply with audit requirements and execute change management best practices

Drive to keep current with evolving technology and apply it to future strategic objectives

Ability to deliver solutions with industry leading security and efficiencies that aligns with the Enterprise Agenda

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Business, IT technical, or a related field

3+ years’ relevant sales and distribution system experience

10+ years of experience working in a large, multi-regional, corporate environment

Experience with ERP systems, with preference for the Microsoft D365 platform

Experience implementing cloud solutions is a plus

Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities with strong customer support orientation

Proven record of meeting commitments with the highest standards of ethics and integrity

Exhibits strong organizational and time management skills with a sense of drive and urgency

Exceptional interpersonal, collaboration, and communication abilities

Additional Information

ITW Welding is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.