Solution Architect

Sanofi is seeking an experienced and visionary leader for the role of Solution Architect, Global Functions. This role will be a peer to the Digital Architects within Global Functions, Architecture Center of Excellence, with primary responsibility for Solution Architecture of Finance, Planning, Supply Chain and Procurement systems. The successful candidate will design and architect Finance and Procurement solutions, while being skilled in integration architecture and leading transformation initiatives. This role will collaborate closely with the Digital Product Lines leads, Digital Finance Leads and Digital Procurement Leads from the DD&O Organization (Digital Delivery and Operations), to deliver critical Architecture decisions that enable technology transformation in alignment with strategic Architectural standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collect, analyze, evaluate Functional and Technical requirements for Finance, Supply chain, Planning and Procurement Technology solution components, transform them into Architecture Decision Records and deliver Architecture solutions. Ensure that global processes are scalable, efficient, and effectively integrated with other partner functions.

• Collaborate with Finance, Supply chain, Planning and Procurement stakeholders to identify key Architectural design problem statements and deliver Architecture solutions and key decisions, documented through the Architecture Decision Record ADR.

• Contribute to application rationalization, platform strategy, application governance and technical debt reduction.

• Partner with Centers of Excellence (CoEs), DD&O Digital Delivery & Operations, Digital Products teams to ensure successful implementation and alignment with overall Architecture CoE strategies ensuring a cohesive and integrated system landscape that supports global and localized needs.

• Stay up to date about emerging trends and technologies in Finance, Planning, Supply Chain and Procurement Technology Architecture space and apply innovative approaches to enhance system capabilities and drive continuous improvement.

Qualifications:

Experience:

• 5+ years of experience in Architecting solutions in Finance, Supply Chain and Procurement systems.
• Proven track record Architecting and designing scalable solutions for financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, supply chain, procurement, Integration methodologies (Connectors, APIs), tools, security frameworks.
• Demonstrated technical and functional proficiency in tools, systems and platforms across finance, planning and procurement domains enabling technical execution in Digital Transformation initiatives.

Technical, Functional and Strategic Skills:

• Proven leadership skills with a demonstrated ability to work with cross-functional teams through complex global technology initiatives.
• Strong collaborative skills, particularly in working with diverse stakeholders across multiple regions.
• Proven ability to anticipate business needs and manage technical debt while delivering Architecturally sound decisions for the Global Functions Architecture strategic roadmap.
• Focus on innovation with ability to Architect solutions with AI agents, rationalization and tech debt reduction.
• Knowledge of security standard processes, including role-based access control, data security policies, and integration security protocols.
• Background in Financial systems architecture, understanding of SOX compliance and audit requirements.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts and strategies to diverse audiences.
• Experience in Finance and Procurement functional processes and Agile product-oriented deliveries is advantageous.
• Experience working closely with Technology leaders and business stakeholders, to achieve integrated and effective solutions.
• Curiosity-driven approach for problem solving and passion for continuous learning.

Education:

• Degree in Business, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Advanced degrees or Certification, relevant Architecture certifications are preferred.

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