Solstice Advanced Materials
Senior IT Manager, Enterprise Architecture
Solstice Advanced Materials, Morris Plains, New Jersey, us, 07950
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Senior IT Manager, Enterprise Architecture
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Solstice Advanced Materials
Job Description We are looking for an innovative and strategic New Tech Systems Strategy/Enterprise Architect to join our forward-thinking organization. This role involves leading the design, evaluation, and implementation of new technologies that align with our business goals. The successful candidate will apply their knowledge of emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices to shape and enhance our technology landscape. This role will report to Director of Enterprise Architecture.
Technology Strategy Development
Develop and articulate a clear technology vision and strategy that aligns with the organization’s goals.
Identify emerging technologies that could enhance operational efficiency, drive innovation, and add value to our systems and processes.
Evaluate new technologies for their potential application within the organization.
Business Architecture
Ensure every technology investment directly supports business strategy through rigorous portfolio alignment analysis, strategic initiative assessment, and capability-driven investment prioritization
Value Realization & Benefits Management
Application portfolio rationalization, Portfolio analytics, Technology landscape mappingand technology stack rationalization
Collaboration And Stakeholder Engagement
Work closely with cross-functional teams (e.g., IT, business operations, product development) to ensure successful implementation of technology initiatives.
Collaborate with executive leadership to understand business challenges and define technology solutions.
Facilitate discussions with stakeholders to gather requirements and ensure alignment on strategic objectives.
Implementation And Integration
Lead the planning and execution of technology pilot programs and guide the full-scale implementations.
Manage vendor relationships and evaluate third-party solutions to support strategic objectives.
Monitor and guide the integration of new technologies into existing systems, ensuring minimal disruption to operations.
Research And Innovation
Continuously research and analyze industry trends to identify opportunities for innovation.
Champion a culture of innovation within the organization, encouraging teams to explore new ideas and technologies.
Evaluate the effectiveness of implemented technologies and iterate on strategies as needed.
Mentorship And Knowledge Sharing
Provide guidance and mentorship to junior architects and technical teams.
Lead training sessions and knowledge-sharing initiatives to enhance the organization’s technical capabilities.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, Systems Engineering, or a related field.
10 years of architecture experience across Enterprise Architecture, Business Architecture, Solution Architecture and technology strategy
5 yearsBusiness Architecture covering capability modeling, strategic alignment, value stream mapping, Operating model design and organizational capability alignment, Business Process Architecture, etc.
Proven expertise with Portfolio & Technology Strategy including Application Portfolio Realization, Capability roadmapping, technology standardization and vendor consolidation
Proven expertise with Enterprise Architecture across multiple domains and end to end processes, such as Digital Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Planning, Commercial Excellence, Quote to Cash or similar
Strong ability to translate complex technical concepts to business stakeholders and drive consensus across diverse teams.
Strong understanding of architecture methodologies and modeling techniques and familiarity with one or mode of key architectural frameworks such as TOGAF, Zachman Framework or equivalent
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on strategic thinking.
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
WE VALUE
Proven expertise in Enterprise Applications and Business processes in domains, such as Digital Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Planning, Commercial Experience, and associated processes with platforms like SAP, Salesforce, etc.
Manufacturing, Materials, Chemical, or Industrial sector experience (supply chain complexity, Engineering, R&D processes, regulatory environments, quality processes and systems like Teamcenter, Labvantage, ELN etc.)
Experience with ERP (SAP) and end to end processes in Order Management, Pricing, Finance
Exposure to composable commerce architecture, headless architecture, React Apps, Headless CMS etc.
Relevant industry certifications (e.g., TOGAF, AWS Certified Solutions Architect, or similar) are a plus.
Experience with Architecture tools such as LeanIX, Ardoq, Abacus, ServiceNow EA etc.
Compensation The annual base range for this position is $170,000-$213,000. Please note that this salary information serves as a general guideline. Solstice considers various factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education and training, key skills, as well as market and business considerations. This position is incentive eligible.
Benefits Of Working For Solstice Advanced Materials In addition to a competitive salary, leading-edge work, and developing solutions side‑by‑side with dedicated experts in their fields, Solstice Advanced Materials employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package. This package includes employer‑subsidized Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance; Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability; 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, EAP, and Educational Assistance; Parental Leave; Paid Time Off (for vacation, personal business, sick time, and parental leave), and 12 Paid Holidays.
Solstice Advanced Materials is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, religion, or veteran status.
About Solstice Advanced Materials Solstice Advanced Materials is a leading global specialty materials company that advances science for smarter outcomes. Solstice offers high‑performance solutions that enable critical industries and applications, including refrigerants, semiconductor manufacturing, data center cooling, nuclear power, protective fibers, healthcare packaging and more. Solstice is recognized for developing next‑generation materials through some of the industry's most renowned brands such as Solstice®, Genetron®, Aclar®, Spectra®, Fluka™, and Hydranal™. Partnering with over 3,000 customers across more than 120 countries and territories and supported by a robust portfolio of over 5,700 patents, Solstice’s approximately 4,000 employees worldwide drive innovation in materials science.
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Senior IT Manager, Enterprise Architecture
role at
Solstice Advanced Materials
Job Description We are looking for an innovative and strategic New Tech Systems Strategy/Enterprise Architect to join our forward-thinking organization. This role involves leading the design, evaluation, and implementation of new technologies that align with our business goals. The successful candidate will apply their knowledge of emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices to shape and enhance our technology landscape. This role will report to Director of Enterprise Architecture.
Technology Strategy Development
Develop and articulate a clear technology vision and strategy that aligns with the organization’s goals.
Identify emerging technologies that could enhance operational efficiency, drive innovation, and add value to our systems and processes.
Evaluate new technologies for their potential application within the organization.
Business Architecture
Ensure every technology investment directly supports business strategy through rigorous portfolio alignment analysis, strategic initiative assessment, and capability-driven investment prioritization
Value Realization & Benefits Management
Application portfolio rationalization, Portfolio analytics, Technology landscape mappingand technology stack rationalization
Collaboration And Stakeholder Engagement
Work closely with cross-functional teams (e.g., IT, business operations, product development) to ensure successful implementation of technology initiatives.
Collaborate with executive leadership to understand business challenges and define technology solutions.
Facilitate discussions with stakeholders to gather requirements and ensure alignment on strategic objectives.
Implementation And Integration
Lead the planning and execution of technology pilot programs and guide the full-scale implementations.
Manage vendor relationships and evaluate third-party solutions to support strategic objectives.
Monitor and guide the integration of new technologies into existing systems, ensuring minimal disruption to operations.
Research And Innovation
Continuously research and analyze industry trends to identify opportunities for innovation.
Champion a culture of innovation within the organization, encouraging teams to explore new ideas and technologies.
Evaluate the effectiveness of implemented technologies and iterate on strategies as needed.
Mentorship And Knowledge Sharing
Provide guidance and mentorship to junior architects and technical teams.
Lead training sessions and knowledge-sharing initiatives to enhance the organization’s technical capabilities.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, Systems Engineering, or a related field.
10 years of architecture experience across Enterprise Architecture, Business Architecture, Solution Architecture and technology strategy
5 yearsBusiness Architecture covering capability modeling, strategic alignment, value stream mapping, Operating model design and organizational capability alignment, Business Process Architecture, etc.
Proven expertise with Portfolio & Technology Strategy including Application Portfolio Realization, Capability roadmapping, technology standardization and vendor consolidation
Proven expertise with Enterprise Architecture across multiple domains and end to end processes, such as Digital Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Planning, Commercial Excellence, Quote to Cash or similar
Strong ability to translate complex technical concepts to business stakeholders and drive consensus across diverse teams.
Strong understanding of architecture methodologies and modeling techniques and familiarity with one or mode of key architectural frameworks such as TOGAF, Zachman Framework or equivalent
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on strategic thinking.
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
WE VALUE
Proven expertise in Enterprise Applications and Business processes in domains, such as Digital Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Planning, Commercial Experience, and associated processes with platforms like SAP, Salesforce, etc.
Manufacturing, Materials, Chemical, or Industrial sector experience (supply chain complexity, Engineering, R&D processes, regulatory environments, quality processes and systems like Teamcenter, Labvantage, ELN etc.)
Experience with ERP (SAP) and end to end processes in Order Management, Pricing, Finance
Exposure to composable commerce architecture, headless architecture, React Apps, Headless CMS etc.
Relevant industry certifications (e.g., TOGAF, AWS Certified Solutions Architect, or similar) are a plus.
Experience with Architecture tools such as LeanIX, Ardoq, Abacus, ServiceNow EA etc.
Compensation The annual base range for this position is $170,000-$213,000. Please note that this salary information serves as a general guideline. Solstice considers various factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education and training, key skills, as well as market and business considerations. This position is incentive eligible.
Benefits Of Working For Solstice Advanced Materials In addition to a competitive salary, leading-edge work, and developing solutions side‑by‑side with dedicated experts in their fields, Solstice Advanced Materials employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package. This package includes employer‑subsidized Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance; Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability; 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, EAP, and Educational Assistance; Parental Leave; Paid Time Off (for vacation, personal business, sick time, and parental leave), and 12 Paid Holidays.
Solstice Advanced Materials is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, religion, or veteran status.
About Solstice Advanced Materials Solstice Advanced Materials is a leading global specialty materials company that advances science for smarter outcomes. Solstice offers high‑performance solutions that enable critical industries and applications, including refrigerants, semiconductor manufacturing, data center cooling, nuclear power, protective fibers, healthcare packaging and more. Solstice is recognized for developing next‑generation materials through some of the industry's most renowned brands such as Solstice®, Genetron®, Aclar®, Spectra®, Fluka™, and Hydranal™. Partnering with over 3,000 customers across more than 120 countries and territories and supported by a robust portfolio of over 5,700 patents, Solstice’s approximately 4,000 employees worldwide drive innovation in materials science.
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