Our client is a major Australian retailer who is entering the delivery phase of a significant merchandise, supply chain and distribution centre transformation, and we're looking for an experienced Solution Lead to help make it happen.The discovery, planning and concept work has been completed.
The focus now shifts firmly to solution design, implementation and delivery.This is a senior but hands-on architecture role, working closely with internal technology and business teams, a Technical Project Manager, Business Analyst and key vendors to take the solution through detailed design, integration, testing, deployment and operational readiness.The opportunity:You'll lead the architecture and support the technical delivery of key Merchandise Automation and Distribution Centre initiatives, sitting across merchandise, supply chain and DC operations.This isn't a role for someone who wants to operate purely at strategy level.
We're looking for an experienced architect who can provide senior technical leadership while still being comfortable getting into the detail and driving delivery.You'll be responsible for:Leading end-to-end solution architecture, design governance and key technical decisionsDefining target-state architecture, integration and implementation approaches and the cutover roadmapWorking closely with internal technology teams, business stakeholders and external vendorsFacilitating technical and business workshops and turning requirements into practical solution designsProducing architecture artefacts, integration designs and key technical documentationIdentifying and managing technical risks and dependenciesSupporting testing, deployment and operational readinessEnsuring solutions align with enterprise architecture,



security and operational standardsThe role spans Merchandise, Supply Chain, Distribution Centre Operations, Technology and vendor teams, so the ability to bring different stakeholders together and keep delivery moving will be critical.What we're looking for:Retail experience is essential.You'll ideally be a senior Solution Architect, Technical Architect or Technical Lead who brings a strong combination of architecture leadership, retail domain knowledge and hands‐on delivery capability.You'll bring:Strong retail, merchandise and supply chain experienceSolid understanding of warehouse and distribution centre environmentsExperience across warehouse management, labelling, automation or DC technologiesStrong integration architecture experienceProven ability to work across internal teams and third‐party vendorsStrong stakeholder engagement and workshop facilitation skillsThe ability to communicate complex technical concepts to senior business and executive stakeholdersA willingness to remain hands‐on and close to deliveryIf you're a senior retail Solution Architect who understands merchandise and supply chain and enjoys taking architecture beyond the PowerPoint and into implementation, this is a great opportunity to take ownership of a significant transformation initiative.Apply now, or for a confidential conversation call Elton Kelly ******Six Degrees Executive acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands on which we work and live.
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📌 Solution Architecture Lead (Melbourne)
🏢 Six Degrees Executive
📍 Melbourne