IT Architect Purchasing Applications

ContiTech; Philippines; Hybrid; PHP 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work setup

HMO

Values-based culture

Work-life balance

Learning opportunities

Job summary

ContiTech Philippines is seeking an experienced IT Architect to design and govern the central purchasing IT landscape. You will align with global teams, define integration strategies, and ensure high availability of core purchasing applications while meeting standards and budget requirements.

The role requires several years in IT architecture, SAP and non-SAP exposure, and strong English communication. Hybrid work setup, with opportunities for learning and career growth.

Qualifications

• University degree in computer science or economics or equivalent qualification.
• Several years of relevant professional experience as system architect (SAP and/or non-SAP applications).
• Several years of work experience in IT projects.
• Autodidactic learning and application of new technologies.
• In-depth knowledge of Procure-to-Pay processes and solutions.
• IT consulting experience with SAP Basis / SRM / MM / S/4 Central Procurement, Jaggaer and middleware solutions appreciated.
• IT Project Management experience appreciated.
• IT Service Management experience appreciated.
• Business fluent English (written and spoken).
• Very efficient, reliable, and responsible way of working.
• Very good communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to cooperate with globally distributed teams - internal as well as external.
• Highly self-motivated, assertive and skilled at resolving conflict as well as high customer service orientation.

Responsibilities

• Design the overall IT architecture for central purchasing solutions.
• Ensure compliance with IT standards and rules.
• Orchestrate and integrate all components of the purchasing solution landscape.
• Derive technical integration scenarios including master data integration, SAP integration and cloud solutions.
• Continuously optimize sizing of the core purchasing applications with zero unplanned downtime and high availability.
• Continuously improve the existing technology targeting state of the industry.
• Lead safeguarding measures and ensure IT security, IT compliance and Enterprise Architecture Management principles.
• Plan, execute and deliver projects/work packages within scope, budget and time.
• IT service ownership for the system operation of purchasing IT services.

Skills

Procure-to-Pay

SAP Basis

SRM

MM

S/4 Central Procurement

Jaggaer

Middleware

IT Project Management

IT Service Management

English fluency

Communication skills

Global collaboration

Self-motivation

Education

University degree or equivalent

Job description

Company Description

Continental develops pioneering technologies and services for sustainable and connected mobility of people and their goods. Founded in 1871, the technology company offers safe, efficient, intelligent and affordable solutions for vehicles, machines, traffic and transportation. In 2024, Continental generated sales of €39.7 billion and currently employs around 190,000 people in 55 countries and markets.

Guided by the vision of being the customer's first choice for material-driven solutions, the ContiTech group sector focuses on development competence and material expertise for products and systems made of rubber, plastics, metal, and fabrics. These can also be equipped with electronic components in order to optimize them functionally for individual services. ContiTech's industrial growth areas are primarily in the areas of energy, agriculture, construction, and surfaces. In addition, ContiTech serves the automotive and transportation industries as well as rail transport.

Job Description

• Design the overall IT architecture for central purchasing solutions

• Ensure compliance with IT standards and rules

• Orchestrate and integrate all components of the purchasing solution landscape

• Derive technical integration scenarios for the purchasing IT landscape including master data integration, SAP integration and cloud solutions

• Continuously optimize sizing of the core purchasing applications with zero unplanned downtime and high availability

• Continuously improve the existing technology targeting state of the industry

• Lead safeguarding measures and ensure IT security, IT compliance and Enterprise Architecture Management principles

• Plan, execute and deliver projects/work packages and ensure high quality delivery within scope, budget and time

• IT service ownership for the system operation of purchasing IT services

Qualifications

• University degree in computer science or economics or equivalent qualification

• Several years of relevant professional experience as system architect (SAP and or Non SAP applications)

• Several years of work experience in IT Projects

• Autodidactic learning and application of new technologies

• In-depth knowledge of Procure-to-Pay processes and solutions

• IT Consulting experience with SAP Basis / SRM / MM / S/4 Central Procurement, Jaggaer and middleware solutions appreciated

• IT Project Management experience appreciated

• IT Service Management experience appreciated

• Business Fluent English (written and spoken)

• Very efficient, reliable, and responsible way of working

• Very good communication and presentation skills

• Ability to cooperate with globally distributed teams - internal as well as external

• Highly self-motivated, assertive and skilled at resolving conflict as well as high customer service orientation

Additional Information

• Hybrid work setup

• HMO upon hire

• Values-based culture

• Work-life balance

• Learning Opportunities

EEO / Disabled / Protected Veteran Employer. Continental offers equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to unlawful consideration to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. In addition, as a federal contractor, Continental complies with government regulations, including affirmative action responsibilities for qualified individuals with a disability and protected veterans, where they apply. To be considered, you must apply for a specific position for which Continental has a current posted job opening. Qualifying applications will be considered only for the specific opening(s) to which you apply. If you would like to be considered for additional or future job openings, we encourage you to reapply for other opportunities as they become available. Further, Continental provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance in the application process, please reply to [e-mail] or contact US Recruiting at 800-821-2727. This telephone line and email address are reserved solely for job seekers with disabilities requesting accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Please do not call about the status of your job application, if you do not require accessibility assistance or an accommodation. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or non-disability related technical issues, will not receive a call back.