ERP Architect

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Job details

Company overview

We are one of the largest companies in the beverage industry in Japan. We are involved in the manufacture and sale of a wide variety of beverage products, including carbonated beverages, coffee, tea, and mineral water. In order to meet the needs of our customers, we are actively developing new products that respond to health consciousness and diversifying consumer preferences. We are introducing the latest technologies to increase production efficiency and reduce our environmental footprint in order to achieve a sustainable society. With our extensive sales network and strong brand power, we maintain a high level of competitiveness in the market.

Responsibilities

１．ERP System Design and Implementation:

• Lead the design and architecture of the ERP system, considering organizational needs and industry best practices.
• Collaborate with key stakeholders to gather and analyze requirements, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Oversee the implementation of ERP solutions, providing guidance to development teams and ensuring adherence to architectural standards.
• Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and guidance to technology teams, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

２．Integration and Interoperability:

• Design and implement integration solutions between ERP and other business systems, fostering seamless data flow and communication.
• Evaluate and recommend third-party applications or tools to enhance ERP functionality and interoperability.
• Identify potential technology risks and develop risk mitigation strategies to minimize exposure to operational disruptions.

３．Performance Optimization:

• Continuously assess and optimize the performance of the ERP system, identifying and resolving bottlenecks or inefficiencies.
• Collaborate with infrastructure and database teams to ensure the scalability and reliability of the ERP architecture.
• Define and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for technology solutions, evaluating their performance and suggesting improvements as needed.

４．Security and Compliance:

• Develop and implement robust security measures for the ERP system, ensuring data integrity and compliance with industry regulations.
• Stay updated on security best practices and proactively address potential vulnerabilities.

５．Stakeholder Collaboration:

• Work closely with business leaders, end-users, and IT teams to understand evolving business needs and translate them into effective ERP solutions.
• Provide guidance and support during the user acceptance testing (UAT) phase, addressing any issues and ensuring successful system adoption.
• Collaborate with venders, partners, and third-party service providers to evaluate products and services, ensuring they meet the organization's technical requirements and standards.

６．Documentation and Training:

• Create comprehensive documentation for the ERP architecture, configurations, and processes.
• Develop and deliver training programs for end-users and IT staff to promote a thorough understanding of the ERP system.

Requirements

Education/Qualification:

• Bachelor's or higher degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.
• Relevant certifications in ERP systems and architecture.
• Language skills: English (Business Level), Japanese (Conversational Level)

Experience:

• Proven experience (5+ years) as an ERP Architect or in a similar role.
• In-depth knowledge of ERP systems, with expertise in one or more leading ERP platforms - SAP S/4HANA, Oracle, Infor.
• Experience with ERP system integration, data migration, and performance optimization.

Advantages abilities:

• MSc/MA/MBA is a plus
• Experience in Bottlers Industry preferred

Salary

10 - 16 million yen

Location

Tokyo