Purpose:
Design and implement scalable, reliable, and integrated PLM systems architecture for LIXIL. The Solution Architect (m/f/d) will play a key role in defining the global PLM roadmap, system requirements, evaluating technologies, and developing solutions to enable LIXIL’s PLM strategy and satisfy business needs.
Main Responsibilities:
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Support the Global PLM Leader in developing and managing PLM strategies and a multi-year PLM technology roadmap.
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Define PLM system requirements based on business objectives, user needs, and regulatory requirements.
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Evaluate and recommend PLM technologies, platforms, and tools to support system architecture goals; work closely with the development team (Application Consultants) to conduct research and collect data.
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Define PLM system architecture and components, including Data models, Workflows and UI
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Design and implement PLM integrations with enterprise systems such as PDM, CAx, PPM
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Apply LIXIL's architectural and data governance standards and ensure global consistency and maintainability.
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Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure alignment of business requirements, technical solutions, and PLM strategy.
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Work with IT to ensure availability, scalability, and security of the PLM system such as maintenance, upgrades, patches
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Monitor KPIs related to PLM operations and take corrective actions when necessary.
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Conduct system performance analysis and optimization.
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Provide hands-on technical leadership and mentorship to the development team (Application Consultants).
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Oversee vendor interactions and enforce data governance compliance.
Job Requirements:
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Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (Master’s degree is a plus).
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several years of experience in IT systems architecture.
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Experience with leading PLM platforms such as S/4 PLM and S/4 ECTR
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Deep understanding of PLM concepts and best practices.
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Experience designing and implementing complex, distributed PLM systems.
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Strong skills in system design: scalability, reliability, performance, and security.
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Proficiency with cloud platforms such as Google Cloud
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Knowledge of networking protocols, security standards, and data management technologies.
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Strong Functional SAP knowledge including SAP Basis background and knowledge of S/4 HANA suite
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Hands-on enterprise implementation experience, including full project lifecycles across multiple PLM modules.
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Experience coordinating multiple workstreams.
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Agile methodology experience (Scrum)
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Proficiency in programming languages
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Fluent German and English required