Supply Chain Functional and Data Architecture Expert / Supply Chain Functional and Data Architecture Expertess
Accenture AG - June 17, 2025
Your Mission
Accenture supports a diverse range of Consumer Goods, Pharmaceutical, and Industrial clients in Switzerland by defining long-term projects and engagements for Supply Chain. These engagements necessitate face-to-face interactions and on-site presence to deliver efficient Supply Chain Planning Processes and scalable Data and Integration solutions. Your goal is to leverage your expertise to ensure the timely and high-quality delivery of complex projects, ultimately securing significant cost benefits for our clients in Switzerland.
What We Expect
Lead, mentor, and develop a specialized team in Supply Chain Functionality and Data and Integration Architecture, nurturing future talent within Switzerland and across the EU.
Oversee end-to-end project delivery, from the pre-sales phase to final project closure, ensuring alignment with client objectives, timelines, and quality expectations.
Manage contract negotiations with clients, particularly regarding Supply Chain Planning and related Data and Integration projects, to forge mutually beneficial agreements.
Collaborate with clients to assess their current Supply Chain processes, identify challenges, and define future requirements through structured workshops, meetings, and assessments.
Lead new business development initiatives (e.g., RFIs, RFQs, RFPs) in Switzerland related to Supply Chain Planning and Data & Integration, providing essential content, estimations, and pricing.
Guide data mapping teams in creating data transformations, filters, and quality rules to ensure accurate and effective data integration.
Make strategic architectural decisions, providing direction to development teams on the design and implementation of interfaces.
Lead Supply Chain Planning system integration projects (e.g., Quintiq, o9) and Data Integration projects, ensuring seamless delivery in partnership with clients.
Who You Are
Minimum of 10 years of experience in IT Architecture and Supply Chain Planning Solutions, focusing on data and integration architecture for large-scale organizations.
Proven track record in leading large-scale Supply Chain Planning Transformation projects for multinational corporations.
Fluency in English, with at least A2-level proficiency in German; additional languages are advantageous.
Expert in implementing Dassault Systems Quintiq (Macro Planner, Detailed Scheduler, Order Combiner); experience with o9, Kinaxis, or SAP APO is highly desirable.
Strong expertise in key planning processes, including S&OP, S&OE, Demand Planning, Supply Planning, and Detailed Scheduling.
In-depth knowledge of data models for major ERP systems (SAP ECC and S4HANA) and Supply Chain Planning systems (Quintiq, o9, Kinaxis).
Expert in the architecture of real-time / near-to-real-time data integration platforms for Supply Chain, with proficiency in defining Data Quality rules and monitoring dashboards.
Experience with cloud-based solutions, particularly Azure, with strong SQL knowledge and programming experience in Databricks, Snowflake, and Informatica.
Excellent client-facing skills, with a proven ability to engage with C-level stakeholders, discuss best practices, evaluate trade-offs, and manage risks.
Commercial acumen to optimize project governance, team composition, and architectural decisions for maximum impact.
Demonstrated ability to build and lead high-performance teams.
Cross-cultural awareness and experience in working with global clients and teams.
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field is required; a Master’s degree is a plus.
What We Offer
Flexible working hours with remote work opportunities.
Comprehensive training and ongoing education possibilities.
Exciting career options.
A work culture that promotes diversity and inclusion.
Access to knowledge and experience within the global Accenture network.
Life at Accenture
In this role, you’ll be part of Accenture Industry X, where we integrate #engineering and #manufacturing with data and technology. This collaboration enables our customers to realign their product and value chains through digital twins, intelligent systems, and networked manufacturing processes, all contributing to the industry of the future.
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