About this role
IT Lead - Transformation Architect
(ERP Technology)
Pella, IA (hybrid) or REMOTE
As the IT Lead - Transformation Architect, you will serve as a key leader in Pella Corporation's enterprise transformation journey. Your primary responsibility will be to architect and guide the implementation of the next-generation ERP platform, replacing legacy systems and enabling scalable, integrated business capabilities across the enterprise. You will work closely with business stakeholders, IT leadership, and external partners to define the future-state architecture, ensure alignment with strategic goals, and drive execution through modern technology practices.
Key Responsibilities
- Architect ERP Transformation: Define and maintain the future-state ERP architecture, integrating ERP software solutions, PLM, CPQ, Salesforce, and other enterprise platforms.
- Solution Delivery: Design, build, and deploy ERP and related software solutions and integrations.
- Business Process Integration: Collaborate with business leaders to map current processes and design future-state workflows that drive efficiency, scalability, and innovation.
- Technology Strategy Alignment: Translate enterprise strategy into actionable technology roadmaps and ensure alignment across IT and business units.
- Governance & Execution: Lead governance efforts to prioritize initiatives, manage scope, and ensure cross-functional alignment throughout the transformation lifecycle.
- Vendor & Partner Engagement: Evaluate and collaborate with system integrators and technology partners to ensure delivery excellence and alignment with Pella's transformation goals.
- Talent & Capability Development: Provide technical leadership and architectural guidance to project teams, helping internal and external resources align to transformation priorities.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field.
- 10+ years of experience in enterprise IT, with at least 5 years in architecture or transformation leadership roles.
- Strong understanding of enterprise architecture principles, integration patterns, and data governance.
- Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex, multi-phase transformation programs.
- Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and strategic planning skills.
Preferred Skills
- Experience with PLM, CPQ, Salesforce, and data architecture in a manufacturing or supply chain context.
- Familiarity with agile and waterfall delivery models and hybrid governance structures.
- Knowledge of cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity, and DevSecOps practices.
- Direct experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Supply Chain and Infor LN/CPQ is beneficial but not required. Candidates with experience leading large-scale ERP transformation initiatives on other enterprise platforms are encouraged to apply.