Albemarle Netherlands BV
IT Enterprise Systems Architect
Albemarle Netherlands BV, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246
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REQ-29554If you aspire to challenge yourself, work with the best in the industry and join a successful team where you can make a meaningful contribution, then we invite you to join us at Ketjen Corporation, a provider of advanced catalyst solutions to leading producers in the petrochemical, refining, and specialty chemicals industries. Together, we can create a legacy marked by innovation, excitement, and energy.**About Ketjen**
Ketjen Corporation is a provider of advanced catalyst solutions to leading producers in the petrochemical, refining, and specialty chemicals industries. Our company is driven by a strong set of core values: curiosity, care, collaboration, humility, accountability, and integrity. These values guide our decisions, shape our culture, and define how we work together to deliver exceptional value to our customers and communities.**About the Role**We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced IT Enterprise Systems Architect with a specialized focus on integrating and optimizing our SAP and Salesforce ecosystems. The successful candidate will be responsible for creating and maintaining the architectural strategy for how our core SAP (ERP) system and Salesforce (CRM) platform interact with each other and with other enterprise applications.This senior role requires deep technical expertise in both SAP and Salesforce, combined with strategic vision to ensure our technological infrastructure aligns with our business objectives for growth, efficiency, and data integrity. The architect will be a key leader in driving digital transformation initiatives by designing robust, scalable, and secure system integrations. This role will report to Ketjen’s Director of IT Business Relationship and will be based in our Houston area office (Clear Lake).**KEY RESPONSIBILITIES****Architectural design and planning:*** Develop and maintain the architectural roadmap for the SAP and Salesforce landscapes, including integration, data flow, and technology selection.* Translate business capabilities and requirements into comprehensive and scalable solution designs leveraging SAP and Salesforce platforms.* Assess current system architecture to identify gaps, inefficiencies, and opportunities for modernization, including cloud adoption and API-led integration strategies.**Technical leadership and governance:*** Provide expert guidance and oversight for all projects involving SAP and Salesforce implementation, upgrades, and integration.* Establish and enforce architectural principles, standards, and governance policies to ensure system consistency, scalability, and security across both platforms.* Act as the subject matter expert on SAP and Salesforce architecture, mentoring technical teams, and ensuring adherence to best practices.**System integration and data integrity:*** Design and document complex integration patterns between SAP and Salesforce using various middleware technologies (e.g., MuleSoft, Boomi, or SAP BTP).* Oversee data modeling, migration, and synchronization to ensure a single source of truth and high-quality data across the enterprise.* Ensure all integration solutions adhere to enterprise security and compliance standards.**Stakeholder collaboration and communication:*** Partner with business leaders across sales, finance, operations, commercial and IT to align technology solutions with business goals.* Effectively communicate complex architectural concepts and decisions to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.* Present architectural designs, roadmaps, and business cases to executive leadership.**QUALIFICATIONS****Required Qualifications*** Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or a related field.* A minimum of 10 years in information technology, with at least 5 years in a senior architect role specializing in SAP and Salesforce integration.* Extensive experience designing, implementing, and integrating large-scale enterprise systems leveraging SAP (especially S/4HANA Rise) and Salesforce (Sales Cloud, Service Cloud, Experience Cloud, etc.).* Deep understanding of integration technologies, API management, and middleware platforms (MuleSoft, Boomi, SAP PI/PO).* Strong knowledge of data architecture principles, data governance, and data migration strategies.* Knowledge of cloud-based architectures and how to integrate SAP and Salesforce within cloud environments.* Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.* Strong analytical, problem-solving, and strategic-thinking abilities.* Ability to balance technical requirements with business needs and constraints.**Preferred Qualifications*** Master's degree or certification in enterprise architecture (e.g., TOGAF) is highly desirable.* Azure experience preferred**Benefits of Joining Ketjen*** Competitive compensation* Comprehensive benefits package* A diverse array of resources to support you professionally and personally.Apply today and help Ketjen unleash the **POTENTIAL** of advanced chemistry for industries that power the world.We are a global provider of advanced catalyst solutions to leading producers in the petrochemical, refining and specialty chemicals industries. Working side-by-side with our customers, we develop value-added, customized solutions that make them more competitive. Discovering and implementing new and better performance-based sustainable solutions is what motivates all of us. We think beyond business-as-usual to drive innovations that create lasting value.Unleash your **POTENTIAL** with Ketjen.At Ketjen, we believe that our people make us successful. It’s really that simple. We embrace diversity of experience, talent and thought. We work hard to create an inclusive work environment that empowers you to openly and honestly communicate, create and innovate. Your decision to join our team will be rewarded with a positive, team-oriented workplace that inspires personal and professional growth. We will make every effort to support your career goals and create opportunities for you to realize your full potential. This is our culture. This is our commitment.**AS PART OF OUR GLOBAL TEAM, YOU’LL EXPERIENCE:*** Competitive compensation and benefits* Hands-on technical experience* Job variety and career flexibility* Collaboration with seasoned employees at every level* A proven record of innovation* Company-wide focus on economic and environmental sustainability* Deep commitment to our communities, education, and social development* Concern and compassion for fellow employees* Among the best safety records in the industryThe bottom-line: no matter where you apply your talent and training, Ketjen will provide the resources and support you need to succeed. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Hybridlocations:
Houston, Texas, United States of Americatime type:
Full timeposted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition id:
REQ-29554If you aspire to challenge yourself, work with the best in the industry and join a successful team where you can make a meaningful contribution, then we invite you to join us at Ketjen Corporation, a provider of advanced catalyst solutions to leading producers in the petrochemical, refining, and specialty chemicals industries. Together, we can create a legacy marked by innovation, excitement, and energy.**About Ketjen**
Ketjen Corporation is a provider of advanced catalyst solutions to leading producers in the petrochemical, refining, and specialty chemicals industries. Our company is driven by a strong set of core values: curiosity, care, collaboration, humility, accountability, and integrity. These values guide our decisions, shape our culture, and define how we work together to deliver exceptional value to our customers and communities.**About the Role**We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced IT Enterprise Systems Architect with a specialized focus on integrating and optimizing our SAP and Salesforce ecosystems. The successful candidate will be responsible for creating and maintaining the architectural strategy for how our core SAP (ERP) system and Salesforce (CRM) platform interact with each other and with other enterprise applications.This senior role requires deep technical expertise in both SAP and Salesforce, combined with strategic vision to ensure our technological infrastructure aligns with our business objectives for growth, efficiency, and data integrity. The architect will be a key leader in driving digital transformation initiatives by designing robust, scalable, and secure system integrations. This role will report to Ketjen’s Director of IT Business Relationship and will be based in our Houston area office (Clear Lake).**KEY RESPONSIBILITIES****Architectural design and planning:*** Develop and maintain the architectural roadmap for the SAP and Salesforce landscapes, including integration, data flow, and technology selection.* Translate business capabilities and requirements into comprehensive and scalable solution designs leveraging SAP and Salesforce platforms.* Assess current system architecture to identify gaps, inefficiencies, and opportunities for modernization, including cloud adoption and API-led integration strategies.**Technical leadership and governance:*** Provide expert guidance and oversight for all projects involving SAP and Salesforce implementation, upgrades, and integration.* Establish and enforce architectural principles, standards, and governance policies to ensure system consistency, scalability, and security across both platforms.* Act as the subject matter expert on SAP and Salesforce architecture, mentoring technical teams, and ensuring adherence to best practices.**System integration and data integrity:*** Design and document complex integration patterns between SAP and Salesforce using various middleware technologies (e.g., MuleSoft, Boomi, or SAP BTP).* Oversee data modeling, migration, and synchronization to ensure a single source of truth and high-quality data across the enterprise.* Ensure all integration solutions adhere to enterprise security and compliance standards.**Stakeholder collaboration and communication:*** Partner with business leaders across sales, finance, operations, commercial and IT to align technology solutions with business goals.* Effectively communicate complex architectural concepts and decisions to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.* Present architectural designs, roadmaps, and business cases to executive leadership.**QUALIFICATIONS****Required Qualifications*** Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or a related field.* A minimum of 10 years in information technology, with at least 5 years in a senior architect role specializing in SAP and Salesforce integration.* Extensive experience designing, implementing, and integrating large-scale enterprise systems leveraging SAP (especially S/4HANA Rise) and Salesforce (Sales Cloud, Service Cloud, Experience Cloud, etc.).* Deep understanding of integration technologies, API management, and middleware platforms (MuleSoft, Boomi, SAP PI/PO).* Strong knowledge of data architecture principles, data governance, and data migration strategies.* Knowledge of cloud-based architectures and how to integrate SAP and Salesforce within cloud environments.* Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.* Strong analytical, problem-solving, and strategic-thinking abilities.* Ability to balance technical requirements with business needs and constraints.**Preferred Qualifications*** Master's degree or certification in enterprise architecture (e.g., TOGAF) is highly desirable.* Azure experience preferred**Benefits of Joining Ketjen*** Competitive compensation* Comprehensive benefits package* A diverse array of resources to support you professionally and personally.Apply today and help Ketjen unleash the **POTENTIAL** of advanced chemistry for industries that power the world.We are a global provider of advanced catalyst solutions to leading producers in the petrochemical, refining and specialty chemicals industries. Working side-by-side with our customers, we develop value-added, customized solutions that make them more competitive. Discovering and implementing new and better performance-based sustainable solutions is what motivates all of us. We think beyond business-as-usual to drive innovations that create lasting value.Unleash your **POTENTIAL** with Ketjen.At Ketjen, we believe that our people make us successful. It’s really that simple. We embrace diversity of experience, talent and thought. We work hard to create an inclusive work environment that empowers you to openly and honestly communicate, create and innovate. Your decision to join our team will be rewarded with a positive, team-oriented workplace that inspires personal and professional growth. We will make every effort to support your career goals and create opportunities for you to realize your full potential. This is our culture. This is our commitment.**AS PART OF OUR GLOBAL TEAM, YOU’LL EXPERIENCE:*** Competitive compensation and benefits* Hands-on technical experience* Job variety and career flexibility* Collaboration with seasoned employees at every level* A proven record of innovation* Company-wide focus on economic and environmental sustainability* Deep commitment to our communities, education, and social development* Concern and compassion for fellow employees* Among the best safety records in the industryThe bottom-line: no matter where you apply your talent and training, Ketjen will provide the resources and support you need to succeed. #J-18808-Ljbffr