About the role:
As an Anaplan Solution Architect at Diageo, you will collaborate with the Head of Solution Architecture within the Transform - E2E Planning Department. Your focus will be on high-level technical design for Anaplan solutions and overseeing the development and alignment of systems architecture with Diageo policies. This role involves collaborating with Product Owners, BAs, and multi-functional teams to deliver integrated planning solutions across various business areas.
Role Responsibilities:
- Design Anaplan Models: Create high-level architectural designs for Anaplan models and solutions that align with business requirements and Diageos standards.
- System Integration: Ensure seamless integration of Anaplan solutions with other systems (e.g., SAP, reporting tools) and data sources to support end-to-end planning processes.
- Project Oversight: Handle the technical aspects of Anaplan projects, from initial design through implementation, ensuring timely and successful delivery.
- Standard Processes: Establish and promote standard methodologies for Anaplan model design, including performance optimization, user experience, and data integrity.
- Cross-Functional& Cross-Platform Coordination: Work closely with Product Owners, Business Analysts, and other collaborators to gather requirements, design solutions, and ensure alignment with business needs and with other teams.
- Technical Guidance: Provide technical leadership and mentorship to team members, including Anaplan developers and other technical staff.
- Model Development: Oversee the development and configuration of Anaplan models, ensuring they meet the specified requirements and integrate effectively with other systems.
- Customization: Customize Anaplan solutions to fit the unique needs of different business areas (e.g., Customer and Consumer, Corporate Finance, Supply Chain).
- Stay Updated: Keep abreast of the latest developments and trends in Anaplan technology and other relevant tools to enhance solution design and implementation.
- Innovation: Explore new functionalities and technologies to improve planning processes and drive innovative solutions anddevelop reusable assets in Anaplan to streamline operations and enhance efficiency.
- Design Review: Conduct thorough reviews of solution designs and implementations to ensure they adhere to Diageos architectural standards and best practices.
- Compliance: Ensure that all Anaplan solutions align with internal policies, regulatory requirements, and industry standards.
- Model Performance & Optimization: Monitor the performance of Anaplan models and solutions, identifying and addressing any issues related to scalability, speed, or accuracy. Continuously assess and optimize Anaplan models to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
- Documentation: Create and maintain detailed documentation for Anaplan solutions, including design specifications, configuration details.
- Reporting: Provide regular updates and reports on project progress, technical issues, and solution performance to collaborators and management.
- Effort Estimation: Provide high-level estimates for the effort, resources, and cloud space/licenses required for upcoming projects.
- Support: Offer ongoing support to users and collaborators, addressing any technical issues or questions related to Anaplan models and solutions.
- Training: Develop and deliver training materials and sessions for team members to ensure team is being upskilled and delivering innovative solutions.
Experience / skills required:
- Certification: Anaplan Certified Solution Architect
- Technical Expertise: In-depth knowledge of Anaplan and experience with its implementation and optimization.Experience in implementing Polaris-based applications is highly preferrable. Experience in Workflow, ADO and CloudWorks preferrable.
- Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to address complex technical challenges.
- Communication: Superb communication skills to effectively interact with collaborators, team members, and users.
- Project Management: Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and ensure timely delivery of solutions.
- Collaboration: Proven ability to work closely with multi-functional teams and collaborators.
