Business Systems Architect

We are seeking an experienced Business Systems Architect to lead the design, integration, and continuous improvement of enterprise business systems that support digital transformation and operational excellence.

This is a strategic leadership role responsible for shaping the organisation's technology landscape, driving innovation, and ensuring business systems deliver measurable value across operations, manufacturing, supply chain, and business services.

You will act as the technical bridge between business strategy and technology, delivering scalable solutions that improve efficiency, connectivity, automation, and future growth.

• Lead the architecture, administration, and continuous improvement of enterprise business systems, including ERP platforms.
• Design and maintain secure API integrations between internal systems, legacy applications, and third-party solutions.
• Develop scalable system architectures that support future business growth.
• Ensure enterprise systems remain secure, reliable, and high performing.
• Standardise business processes across multiple platforms.

• Design and manage API integrations and middleware solutions.
• Oversee EDI integrations to support customers, suppliers, forecasting, and supply chain automation.
• Maintain end-to-end data integrity across enterprise applications.
• Produce architecture diagrams, integration maps, and technical documentation.

• Drive technology-led business transformation initiatives.
• Identify opportunities to improve business processes through automation and digital technologies.
• Lead the adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI), including Generative AI and Intelligent Automation solutions.
• Support barcode, QR code, and traceability initiatives to improve manufacturing and inventory processes.
• Research emerging technologies and recommend innovative solutions.

• Lead enterprise system implementation and integration projects.
• Design future operating models for new technologies.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders to define technical requirements and solution roadmaps.
• Work closely with software vendors and implementation partners to ensure successful project delivery.

• Provide 3rd Line technical support and architectural guidance.
• Mentor IT and Business Systems teams.
• Participate in the on-call support rota.
• Ensure solutions comply with:
• Cyber Security best practices
• GDPR
• Disaster Recovery requirements
• Internal governance standards

• Proven experience as a Business Systems Architect, Enterprise Architect, Solutions Architect, or Senior Systems Manager.
• Strong experience implementing and supporting ERP systems (IFS Cloud or similar ERP platforms).
• Extensive knowledge of:
• API Integration
• EDI Solutions
• Enterprise Applications
• Cloud Technologies
• Systems Architecture
• Experience leading digital transformation programmes.
• Strong stakeholder management and business analysis skills.
• Experience producing technical architecture documentation.
• Excellent project management and leadership abilities.
• Strong understanding of IT security, governance, and compliance.

Experience with:

• IFS Cloud ERP
• AI and Machine Learning technologies
• Generative AI & Intelligent Agents
• Barcode & QR Code systems
• Supply Chain & Manufacturing Systems
• Business Process Automation
• Azure Integration Services
• Power Platform or similar low-code platforms

• Strategic thinker with strong technical expertise.
• Passion for innovation and continuous improvement.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to translate complex technical concepts into business solutions.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience leading cross-functional technical teams.

Lead enterprise-wide digital transformation initiatives

Work with modern cloud technologies, APIs, ERP, AI, and automation

Influence business strategy through technology innovation

Collaborate with senior leadership and cross-functional teams

Excellent opportunities for career progression and professional development

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package

If you're an experienced Business Systems Architect with a passion for enterprise technology, digital transformation, ERP systems, and innovation, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now with your CV and help shape the future of business technology.