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BIC · 21 hours ago

Planning Systems Architect

Shelton, CT

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

8+ years exp

BIC World is a community of brands dedicated to creating ingeniously simple and joyful products. They are seeking a Planning Systems Architect who will be responsible for designing the architecture for planning systems and ensuring alignment with business needs and integration with other enterprise platforms.

AdvertisingConsumer GoodsManufacturingRetail

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Create the overall structure of planning systems, ensuring alignment with organizational strategy

Define component interactions, select appropriate technologies, and design scalable, flexible, and reliable frameworks

Collaborate with business analysts and stakeholders to understand and document requirements across supply chain management, financial forecasting, and production scheduling

Translate business requirements into detailed technical specifications and system designs

Develop strategies to integrate planning systems with other enterprise applications

Ensure smooth data flow and cross-platform connectivity to support comprehensive planning efforts

Implement best practices for configuration, data management, and architecture

Continuously optimize system performance to support complex planning tasks efficiently and reliably

Assess and recommend tools, platforms, and emerging technologies that enhance planning capabilities

Stay current with industry trends to ensure solutions leverage the latest advancements

Develop and maintain documentation for system designs, configurations, and integrations

Communicate architectural decisions and project updates through reports and presentations to key stakeholders

Partner with business analysts to support successful implementation and user adoption

Provide ongoing support and issue resolution to optimize system use and reliability

Regularly assess and refine planning systems to meet evolving business needs and technological advancements

Promote a culture of continuous improvement and innovation in planning system design and performance

Qualification

System Architecture DesignSQL ExpertiseSupply Chain ProcessesCISA CertificationTOGAF CertificationSAP IBPAnalytical SkillsAgile MethodologiesBlue Yonder ExperienceEnglish FluencySpanish PreferredCommunication SkillsProblem-Solving Skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field

Certifications such as Certified Information Systems Architect (CISA), TOGAF, or planning system certifications (e.g., SAP Integrated Business Planning – IBP)

Minimum of 8 years of experience as a SQL expert, System Designer, Business Analyst, or similar role, with a focus on supply chain or integrated business planning

Fluent in English; Spanish preferred. Experience working in a multicultural environment

Strong understanding of supply chain processes, including demand forecasting, inventory management, production planning, and Integrated Business Planning (IBP) within an IT transformation environment

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; familiarity with statistical modeling and forecasting techniques is a plus

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with proven ability to collaborate across IT, Supply Chain, and Finance functions

Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results in a fast-paced environment

Detail-oriented with a proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement

Preferred

Hands-on experience with supply chain systems preferred

Blue Yonder experience and/or certification is a plus

Familiarity with Agile development methodologies

Benefits

Medical, Telemedicine, Employee Assistance Program

Prescription (CVS Caremark), Dental (Delta Dental), Vision Services Plan

Life Insurance, AD&D, Short & Long-Term Disability, Voluntary Benefits

Performance Bonus Program, Pension Plan, 401(k) Savings & Investment Plan

Flexible Spending Accounts, Tuition Reimbursement, Car Allowance

Bring Your Own Device Program

Paid Days Off, 13 Holidays + 5 Floating Holidays

Vacation Buy Plan, Flex-Time Program, Remote Workplace Policy

Parental Leave and other time-off options

Well-being Program, Fitness Reimbursement

Benefit Hub, Employee Referral Program, Internal Career Development

Service Recognition, BIC Scholarship

Company

BIC

Glassdoor4.0

A global leader in stationery, lighters, and shavers, BIC brings simplicity and joy to everyday life.

Founded in 1945

Clichy, Ile-de-France, FRA

10001+ employees

http://bicworld.com/

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