Solutions Architect
Solutions Architect
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Job Description
As the Solutions Architect you will be accountable for developing strategies and innovative solutions that connect physical and digital and have the potential to transform business models and/or build new revenue streams. In doing so you will collaborate with business stakeholders in strategic marketing commercial business development product management and digital functions to identify develop and commercialize solutions and unlock new valuecreation opportunities for the apparel business. As a leader with vision you will also identify technology disruptors and challenge product line leaders to assess new solutions that may affect the future apparel business.
Main Responsibilities:
Define the most appropriate solution and outcome against a problem to solve leveraging the existing product portfolio and informing future product evolutions
Lead the design and development of innovative solutions that connect physical and digital align with business requirements drive organizational growth and create value for Avery Dennison and our key stakeholders
Develop new business models and value propositions for the new solutions
Support the development of a longterm growth strategy for new business opportunities
Deliver against goals and measure results against the plan
Drive strong Clevel wiring with relevant potential new customers and partners
Develop architectural roadmaps that guide the implementation of solutions
Informs future product evolutions based on value pillars problems to solve and POCs success/obstacles
Analyze and optimize relevant business processes to ensure that they are streamlined and effective
Identify risks and develop mitigation strategies to ensure the success of the project
Ensure that the solution is scalable secure and costeffective
Stay uptodate with emerging technologies and trends and make recommendations on how they can be leveraged to improve our solutions
Support Digital Solutions/Tech Sales in finalizing and executing the data monetization models
Partner with the Commercial team to build & deliver growth targets
Partner with the Product Management and Innovation teams to surface new ideas products and applications to develop solutions to answer customers needs
Partner with Strategic Partnerships and M&A/Ventures to progress ADs right to win in new markets/technologies
Partner with the Marketing Communications team on push marketing activities through events networks and social media
Collaborate and communicate effectively with all key internal stakeholders to support the development of new solutions
Train and mentor the Commercial team members on the transfer of newly established solutions
Qualifications :
Selfstarter who takes initiative and has an entrepreneurial spirit that can work independently and collaboratively
Demonstrates curiosity of the industry and awareness of key trends players and development as they emerge. Subject matter expert in area of focus
Sharp mind curious and dynamic approach comfortable with dealing with complexity and looking forward to exploring new business concepts
Obsessed with winning
Ability to understand and create value; demonstrated track record developing and executing new solutions
Experience leading a business or product function within a matrix organization with annual turnover >$100 million preferably in the Apparel industry
Prior product ownership experience in a highly customized business including market understanding product lifecycle management product line strategy development and execution and innovation roadmap development.
Experience leading agile or hybrid product/solution development and commercialization methodologies
Consistent track record of leading change
Experience operating within a complex information technology landscape that is fundamental to the customer experience. Experience in monetizing data a plus.
Previous experience with digital workflows and variable data management is highly preferred
Excellent analytical and problemsolving skills
Understanding of digital technologies and gotomarket models
Strong collaboration and networking skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills public speaking skills and ability to champion projects both cross functionally and vertically within the organization
Strong business and financial acumen are needed
Strong project management skills
Avid learner taking care of own personal development via practical and theoretical learning
Bachelors degree in a relevant field required (e.g. business engineering)
Minimum of 10 years of experience in solution architecture or related field
Understanding of applicable computer systems such as Microsoft Office Google Workspace
Frequent travel may be required
Additional Information :
Remote Work :
Yes
Employment Type :
Fulltime
Employment Type
Remote
