IT Solutions Architect

Job description

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In this IT role, you will manage, develop, and support the technology infrastructure that powers Kuehne+Nagel’s global systems and operations.

This contribution is vital to making both special and ordinary moments in the lives of people a reality.

Your work enables our teams to deliver products and services to people around the world, contributing to the broader impact of IT at Kuehne+Nagel.

What you will do

As a Solutions Architect, you will be responsible for designing and architecting solutions within the Blue Yonder WMS to support the successful implementation of the SwiftLOG project.

You will ensure consistency, excellence, and quality across all deliverables.

How you create impact

• Business Requirements Analysis: Conduct in-depth analysis sessions with key stakeholders to gather and document detailed business requirements and objectives for the WMS solution.
  
  
• Solution Design and Blueprinting: Develop comprehensive solution blueprints that define system components, workflows, and integration points, ensuring scalability and flexibility.
  
  
• System Customization and Configuration: Contribute to the customization and configuration of the Blue Yonder WMS, including the development of custom modules and features tailored to client needs.
  
  
• Data Integration Strategy: Design and implement robust data integration strategies to ensure seamless data flow between the WMS and other enterprise systems (e.g., ERP, TMS, CRM).
  
  
• Advanced Reporting and Analytics: Create advanced reporting and analytics capabilities within the WMS to provide real-time visibility into warehouse operations and KPIs.
• Change Management: Lead change management efforts by conducting impact assessments, developing transition plans, and ensuring smooth adoption of new systems and processes.
  
  
• Quality Assurance and Testing: Define and implement quality assurance protocols, including automated, performance, and security testing, to ensure system reliability and stability.
  
  
• Incident and Problem Management: Establish and manage processes for identifying, troubleshooting, and resolving system issues efficiently.
  
  
• Performance Optimization: Continuously monitor and optimize WMS performance using data-driven insights to enhance system efficiency.
  
  

What we would like you to bring

• Strong domain knowledge in warehouse management systems (WMS), particularly Blue Yonder.
  
  
• Proven problem-solving skills with experience resolving complex technical and functional issues.
  
  
• Experience managing technical solution delivery across the full project lifecycle.
  
  
• Demonstrated ability to deliver solutions on time, within budget, and to quality standards.
  
  
• Hands-on experience with Agile project management methodologies is preferred.
  
  
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively across cultures and with diverse audiences, both verbally and in writing.
  
  
• Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to listen to multiple perspectives and resolve conflicts constructively.
  
  
• Exceptional organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing demands and anticipate downstream impacts of decisions.
  
  
• Confidence in offering ideas and challenging assumptions constructively.
  
  
• Strong people engagement skills, with the ability to share knowledge clearly and effectively across all levels of the organisation.
  
  
• Fluent English

What’s in it for you

Join Kuehne+Nagel, where your work will have a meaningful impact on the logistics industry.

You’ll find benefits and a culture of continuous learning that supports your career growth.

You’ll be surrounded by extraordinary and committed people, all dedicated to shaping the future of logistics.

We encourage you to apply; your unique perspective could be exactly what we need.

Be part of a team that values work-life balance, supports your well-being, and empowers you to contribute to something truly impactful.

Who we are

Logistics shapes everyday life - from the goods we consume to the healthcare we rely on.

At Kuehne+Nagel, your work goes beyond logistics; it enables both ordinary and special moments in the lives of people around the world.

As a global leader with a strong heritage and a vision to move the world forward, we offer a safe, stable environment where your career can make a real difference.

Whether we help deliver life-saving medicines, develop sustainable transportation solutions or support our local communities, your career will contribute to more than you can imagine.

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Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Information Technology and Engineering

Industries

• Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage

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Required Skill Profession

Arquitectura Y Diseño De Software