Solution Architect

Contentserv Technologies Lda. (PT); Campbell (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Centric Software is seeking a Senior Solution Architect for the Retail Planning and Pricing team in a global capacity. You will translate business needs into scalable solution designs on the Centric Planning platform and lead delivery with customers and partners across implementations.

The role emphasizes leadership, technical judgment and a focus on planning solutions that deliver customer value, with strong SQL Server and Power BI skills expected.

Qualifications

• A scientific or technical degree in engineering or computer science.
• Excellent technical, verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic knowledge of database queries using Microsoft SQL Server.
• Knowledge of planning applications at strategic and operational levels.
• A track record in consulting within IT, merchandising or supply chain planning.
• Experience implementing planning management systems and tools, supported by business and implementation experience.
• Ability to lead solution design, respond quickly to changing requirements and work effectively with customers and partners.

Responsibilities

• Define and optimise solution designs on the Centric Planning platform to meet customer requirements.
• Work closely with customers, Centric delivery teams and internal and external partners throughout implementation.
• Collect, understand, challenge and communicate business requirements, translating them into functional specifications.
• Lead the definition of technical design, configuration and data requirements to support customer business processes and best-practice planning architecture.
• Assist in preparing system testing and validation plans.

Skills

Excellent communication

SQL Server knowledge

Planning applications knowledge

Consulting experience in IT/merch/SCM

Requirement gathering

Solution design leadership

Customer collaboration

Education

Engineering or Computer Science degree

Tools

SQL Server

Power BI

Job description

Solution Architect – Retail Planning and Pricing

About Centric Software:

Centric Software® is a global leader, providing an innovative and AI-enabled product-concept-to-commercialization platform for retailers, brands and manufacturers of all sizes. We equip retail, fashion, luxury, footwear, outdoor, home and consumer goods brands with pioneering best-of-breed solutions to plan, design, develop, source, comply, buy, make, price, allocate, sell and replenish products. Our technology powers brands to streamline processes, drive efficiency and operate with confidence in an ever-changing market.

Our story is one of rapid growth, bold ideas and extraordinary opportunities. We're here to challenge the status quo-and we're looking for brilliant people who want to do the same. No matter where you are in the world, this is your chance to be part of something exceptional.

About the Team

Our combined Retail Planning and Pricing team brings together business consultants, customer success and support specialists, project managers, architects, and data science and engineering experts. We help retailers and brands connect planning and pricing decisions across the product lifecycle, from pre-season planning and assortment decisions to in-season demand forecasting, allocation, replenishment and price optimisation. Working as a global team, we combine retail expertise with AI-powered technology to help customers improve inventory performance, revenue, margins and operational efficiency.

About the Role

We are looking for a Senior Solution Architect to join our combined Retail Planning and Pricing team, with a focus on Centric Planning implementations. You'll work directly with customers and internal and external partners to translate business needs into solution designs, configuration and data requirements. This role requires leadership, sound technical judgement and a focus on planning solutions that deliver customer value.

What You Will Do

• Define and optimise solution designs on the Centric Planning platform to meet customer requirements.


• Work closely with customers, Centric delivery teams and internal and external partners throughout implementation.


• Collect, understand, challenge and communicate business requirements, translating them into functional specifications.


• Lead the definition of technical design, configuration and data requirements to support customer business processes and best-practice planning architecture.


• Assist in preparing system testing and validation plans.

What You Bring

• A scientific or technical degree in engineering or computer science.


• Excellent technical, verbal and written communication skills.


• Basic knowledge of database queries using Microsoft SQL Server.


• Knowledge of planning applications at strategic and operational levels.


• A track record in consulting within IT, merchandising or supply chain planning.


• Experience implementing planning management systems and tools, supported by business and implementation experience.


• Ability to lead solution design, respond quickly to changing requirements and work effectively with customers and partners.

Additional Experience

• Advanced Microsoft SQL Server querying skills.


• Knowledge of data science.


• Power BI experience, including dataset modelling and dashboard design.

Why Join Us

Join a global team working at the intersection of retail, enterprise software and applied AI. You'll have the opportunity to contribute to business-critical customer outcomes, develop your expertise and collaborate with colleagues across our combined Retail Planning and Pricing team.

Compensation and Benefits

The anticipated base salary range for this position is $120K - $160K per year. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors such as the candidate's experience, skills, qualifications, and work location.

This position may also be eligible for [bonus]. Centric offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision coverage, paid time off, and other applicable benefits, subject to applicable plan terms and eligibility requirements.

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