Global Path Resources, Inc. ยท 23 hours ago
Anaplan Solution Architect
Global Path Resources, Inc. is seeking an Anaplan Solution Architect to lead the design and architecture of Anaplan models for critical business processes. The role involves collaborating with stakeholders, overseeing data integration strategies, and providing technical leadership to development teams.
Responsibilities
Act as the subject matter expert (SME) for the Anaplan platform, leading the end-to-end design and architecture of complex, multi-dimensional Anaplan models (including the Data Hub) to support critical business processes such as Merchandise Financial Planning, Assortment Planning, Sales Forecasting, Supply Planning, and Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)
Collaborate with business stakeholders across all levels to gather, document, and analyze requirements, translating them into scalable and efficient technical designs and user stories
Design, build, test, and deploy Anaplan models following Anaplan best practices (e.g., DISCO) and architectural standards
Oversee and manage data integration strategies (both inbound and outbound) between Anaplan and source systems (e.g., ERP, CRM, data warehouses) using tools like Anaplan Connect or related integration technologies, ensuring data accuracy and timeliness
Continuously review, enhance, and optimize existing Anaplan models for performance, maintainability, and scalability. Lead the implementation of Application Lifecycle Management (ALM) and maintain model governance and security
Provide technical leadership to development teams (internal and/or external) and mentor junior model builders. Develop and deliver training programs to drive end-user adoption and proficiency
Create and maintain comprehensive documentation, including detailed architectural blueprints, process flows, model schematics, and functional specifications
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Finance, Business Administration, or a related highly analytical field
5+ years of total experience in Enterprise Performance Management (EPM) or Business Intelligence
3+ years of direct, hands-on experience in Anaplan model design, development, and implementation, ideally in a Solution Architect or Lead Developer capacity
Certified Anaplan Model Builder (Level 2/3) is required
Strong understanding of retail, apparel, or consumer goods industry business processes, with specific expertise in Merchandise Planning and/or Supply Chain Planning is a significant advantage
Expert proficiency in building, maintaining, and optimizing Anaplan models, including deep knowledge of modules, lists, line items, and complex calculations
Advanced experience with data integration concepts and tools
Proficiency in financial modeling, retail math, and Microsoft Excel
Excellent verbal and written communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills
Proven ability to lead solution-focused discussions and drive consensus
Preferred
Experience with other planning systems (e.g., Oracle EPM)
Familiarity with Agile development methodologies
Knowledge of scripting languages or API integrations (e.g., REST APIs, Python)
Company
Global Path Resources, Inc.
Global IT Resources, Inc. provides clients throughout the US and Canada with access to hard to find IT staff.
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase