Global Director Solution Architecture ERP

Global Director Solution Architecture ERP Role Overview A global organisation is scaling its Digital & Data Platform (DDP) across international markets following a successful North America rollout. As part of this expansion, a Senior Director of Solution Architecture will lead the design, assessment, and deployment of enterprise-scale platform capabilities across EMEA, APAC, and Latin America. This is a high-impact leadership role, acting as the bridge between an established platform and the complexities of international markets — balancing global standardisation with regional flexibility. You’ll work closely with business leaders, product teams, and technology stakeholders to shape architecture strategy and deliver transformation at scale. Key Responsibilities - Lead solution architecture strategy for global expansion of a digital enterprise platform - Assess existing platform capabilities and map them to international business needs - Design scalable solutions across ERP, supply chain, order management, and customer experience systems - Define future-state architecture models aligned to global standards - Identify gaps and translate them into practical, scalable solutions - Drive architecture decisions across integration, security, performance, and scalability - Collaborate with regional stakeholders to understand market-specific requirements and constraints - Lead capability assessments, roadmaps, and solution design initiatives - Provide technical leadership and mentorship to architecture and delivery teams - Support phased rollout strategies across multiple regions - Drive innovation through cloud-first, AI-enabled, and modern platform approaches Requirements - 15+ years’ experience in enterprise solution architecture or digital transformation - Proven track record delivering large-scale global transformation programmes - Strong expertise in ERP ecosystems, enterprise platforms, and supply chain systems - Experience designing scalable, integrated, cloud-based architectures - Deep understanding of international business environments and localisation challenges - Strong stakeholder management and executive communication skills - Experience working in complex, matrixed global organisations - Knowledge of core processes (OTC, P2P, RTR, planning, logistics, warehousing) - Familiarity with Agile and DevOps environments Nice to Have - Experience deploying platforms across EMEA, APAC, or Latin America - Background in distribution, manufacturing, or industrial environments - Exposure to AI, automation, or intelligent workflow platforms - Experience with global ERP transformation or harmonisation programmes Leadership Profile - Strategic, global mindset - Strong architectural leadership capability - Confident engaging at executive level - Collaborative and culturally aware - Comfortable operating in complex, evolving environments - Focused on innovation and continuous improvement Ways of Working - Hybrid role based in Dublin - Collaboration across global time zones (US, APAC, LATAM) - Occasional international travel Why This Role? - Own architecture for a major global platform expansion - Influence enterprise-wide technology strategy - Work at the intersection of business transformation and technology innovation - High visibility role with senior stakeholder exposure What’s on Offer - Competitive salary: Attractive compensation package. - Benefits and flexibility: Comprehensive benefits, training and education support, and flexible working arrangements. - Inclusive culture: A diverse and inclusive work environment that fosters innovation and mutual respect. What’s Next Apply now by clicking the “Apply Now" button or contact Eoin Langdon, on elangdon@sigmar.ie. If the job isn’t quite right but you are looking for something similar, please get in touch. We also have multiple Temp, FTC, and Contract jobs available.