Solution Architect (Contract Logistics IT CoE)

About the Role The Solution Architect (Contract Logistics IT CoE) is a senior design authority responsible for end-to-end solution architecture on complex, multi-system contract logistics programs. This role ensures that all components—WMS, TMS, OMS, integrations, automation, and customer systems—are architected into a cohesive design. The position reports to the CL IT CoE’s Integration & Architecture unit and collaborates across regions. What You'll Do

• End-to-End Solution Design: Own the overall technical design for assigned complex CL programs (multi-site or high-complexity implementations). Define how all solution components (WMS, TMS, OMS, integration middleware, automation, customer systems) will work together to meet requirements.
• Early Engagement in Demand/Pre-Sales: Participate in opportunity shaping – reviewing new customer requirements at demand and RFP stage. Determine if the solution is standard vs non-standard, and if complex or bespoke elements warrant Solution Architect involvement. Provide guidance on solution options and ensure proposed designs are viable and optimized (e.g. attend architecture board reviews).
• Design Authority During Delivery: Act as the design authority throughout the project lifecycle. Make or approve key architecture decisions, ensuring domain architects’ and product teams’ designs align into a unified solution. Veto or adjust design choices when needed to safeguard end-to-end integrity.
• Cross-System Integration: Develop and document integration architecture (interfaces, data flows, process touchpoints) across all systems in scope. Address cross-domain design questions (e.g. WMS–TMS–automation interactions), leveraging standard integration frameworks. What We're Looking For
• Proven experience as a Solution Architect for complex contract logistics programs, delivering end-to-end designs across WMS, TMS, OMS, integrations, and automation.
• Ability to own architecture decisions, govern across domains, and ensure cohesive end-to-end integrity.
• Experience in early engagement in demand/pre-sales and guiding architecture through reviews.
• Strong cross-system integration design, documentation, and familiarity with standard integration frameworks.
• Excellent stakeholder management and the ability to bridge silos between application teams.