Senior Solutions Architect - Applications

Join our Information Technology team at Helen of Troy and make an immediate impact on our trusted brands: OXO, Hydro Flask, Osprey, Honeywell, PUR, Braun, Vicks, Hot Tools, Drybar, Curlsmith, and Revlon. Together, we build innovative and useful products that elevate people's lives everywhere every day.

Look around your home, and you'll find us everywhere, in your kitchen, living room, bedroom, and bathroom. We are already making your everyday lives better. We are powered by knowledgeable, enthusiastic, and forward-thinking people committed to developing a culture of inclusion. Whether you are just starting your career or in need of a challenge, we recognize, develop, and empower talent!

Position: Senior Solutions Architect - Applications

Department: IT

Work Location: Hybrid - position is not remote.

• El Paso, TX

• Dallas, TX (Plano, TX)

• Arlington, TN

• Boston, MA

• Marlborough, MA

• Morristown, NJ

Hybrid Schedule: Helen of Troy associates enjoy the advantages and flexibility of a hybrid working model, allowing for in office 3 days minimum, and remote 2 days. Any changes to this working model would be communicated accordingly.

What you will be doing:

Work primarily with IT Application team to craft, develop, implement, support, and maintain extensions and improvements to our enterprise business applications. The Senior Solution Architect will play a key role in driving the successful implementation and modernization of various enterprise applications, such as Supply Chain Planning solutions and ERP systems.

Analyzes business requirements/processes and system integration considerations to resolve appropriate technology solutions. Orchestrates the systems modernization effort and helps analyze various systems modernization initiatives around core enterprise applications ecosystem.

Work with other department heads to establish project turning points and complete projects/requests effectively and within the budget. Collaborate closely with business partners, systems implementation teams, and applications teams to understand and translate sophisticated business requirements into effective technology solutions.

• Gather and analyze detailed business requirements from partners across various groups.

• Develop comprehensive business process models to detail current and future state processes. (AS-IS and TO-BE process mapping).

• Find opportunities for process improvement and optimization

• Design and document robust application solutions that align with business objectives and technical constraints.

• Collaborate with technical teams to ensure seamless integration with existing systems and applications.

• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to project teams, including developers and functional consultants.

• Work closely with project management to coordinate the implementation of various application modernization projects, ensuring alignment to timelines, budgets, and quality standards.

• Assist with handling project resources, including team members, consultants, and vendors.

• Monitor project progress and identify potential risks or issues.

• Work with business function leaders and applications team to develop a roadmap for ERP and other enterprise technology deployment.

• Responsible for maintaining the process maps and system architecture updated with changing business processes and new system functionality.

• Use knowledge, technical understanding, and experience to advise on the best, fastest, and within-budget technical architecture to meet end-user requirements and functional specifications.

• Ensure consistency on projects and user requests, exceeding specifications and user expectations using balanced and scalable technical software and systems.

• Possess a deep understanding of core ERP functionalities in various tracks such as supply chain/planning (Order to Cash, Procure to Pay, Plan to Manufacture) and/or Accounting (Record to Report)

• Possess expertise in supply chain management processes.

• Provide functional mentorship and support to business users.

Skills needed to be successful in this role:

• Solid grasp of business applications, with proven specific ability to feature/function in at least two tracks: supply chain, planning, manufacturing, accounting, or FP&A.

• Ability to translate sophisticated business requirements into technical specifications.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science/engineering or equivalent field.

• 10 + years’ relevant business experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• 5+ years as a Solution Architect for large-scale, cross-pillar Oracle ERP implementations

• Proven experience with Oracle ERP solutions, particularly E-Business Suite and Fusion Cloud Applications.

• Experience deploying Supply Chain Planning systems such as Demantra, ASCP, o9 systems.

• Knowledge of integration technologies and cloud platforms.

• Experience in process mapping and analysis.

Benefits: Salary + Bonus, Healthcare, Dental, Vision, Paid Holidays, Paid Parental Leave, 401(k) with company match, Basic Life Insurance, Short Term Disability (STD), Long Term Disability (LTD), Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Charitable (volunteer) Leave, and Educational Assistance.

Wondering if you should apply? Helen of Troy welcomes people as diverse as our brands! Have the confidence to come as who you are because your point of view, skills, and experience will make us stronger. If you're eager to share new ideas and try new things, we want to hear from you.

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For more information about Helen of Troy, visit www.helenoftroy.com. You can also find us on LinkedIn, and Glassdoor.

Helen of Troy is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We are committed to developing a diverse workforce and cultivating an inclusive environment. We value diversity and believe that we are strengthened by the differences in our experiences, thinking, culture, and background. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, disability, protected veteran status, or any protected basis.

We will provide individuals with disabilities reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application process. If you would like to request an accommodation, please contact Human Resources at (915) 225-8000.

Founded in 1968, Helen of Troy is a prominent player in the global consumer products industry, offering diverse career opportunities across North America, South America, Europe, and Asia. We boast a collection of renowned brands such as OXO, Hydro Flask, Osprey, Honeywell, PUR, Braun, Vicks, Hot Tools, Drybar, Curlsmith, and Revlon – many of which rank #1, #2, or #3 in their respective categories, making the Helen of Troy name synonymous with excellence and ingenuity.

At Helen of Troy, our strategy involves acquiring brands that we can integrate and enhance, amplifying their unique attributes to drive growth and profitability. Embracing a culture of collaboration internally and externally, we are committed to providing innovative solutions tailored to consumers, operational excellence, global scalability, and exceptional shared services to support our brand portfolio. This dedication to fostering development and success sets Helen of Troy apart as a pioneer in the industry, propelling our brands to unparalleled heights of success and recognition worldwide.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required of personnel so classified. Management retains the right to add or to change duties of the position at any time.