The Enterprise Architect - Retail & Omni-Channel will collaborate with the other key areas of the company (business/IT) to ensure that plans are based on the overall Strategy and Architecture direction, defining new requirements and driving innovative business processes and technical solutions.

You will be responsible for setting the future direction of these capabilities, outlining a roadmap that meets the strategic needs of the organisation and working with the relevant teams to assure their delivery.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with IT leaders, other Enterprise Domain Architects and leaders in the business to document IT capability requirements (strategic) as part of annual/on-going planning and governance.
• Deliver Enterprise IT strategic roadmaps for Retail, eCommerce and Direct To Consumer channels (3+ year forward looking view) that are focused on technology capabilities for Business, Information (data) and Technology solutions.
• Ensure that roadmaps reflect invest/divest, retirement, and consolidation strategies for systems globally and that industry best practices and benchmarks are incorporated into deliverables.
• Ensuring that solution design is aligned with the target domain architecture and business roadmaps.
• Lead and deliver enterprise evaluations and analyses that adhere to established global IT project and requirements management methodologies, governance/check-point, release management, and tools standards for approved projects requiring IT solutions
• Partner with IT functions and their solution architects to design integrated IT solutions (including the build vs. buy decision) that translate business capability requirements and adhere to established global IT technology standards (infrastructure, application, integration, data).
• Provide Architecture consulting to solution architects within delivery/execution teams (design, build/test, conversion/cutover) for business and technical projects across the globe.
• Provide analysis and recommendations, via benchmarks and external industry point of view, on enterprise department performance for “Run and Maintain”.
• Support IT and business leaders with technology advisory services for engaging with the business to “solve” business problems via technology and process innovation relative to IT capability requirements.
• Act as informal mentor and coach to Solution Architects within other IT teams.
• Contribute and represent Retail and Omni-Chanel at the IT Architectural Board.
• Work directly with external vendors and advisory agencies to bring relevant best practices to the Enterprise Architecture team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related discipline/experience preferred
• Minimum 5+ years of IT experience in an architecture role responsible for both business systems support and the successful delivery and deployment of IT technology-based solutions
• Well-versed in Enterprise Architecture, including network, data, application, system, and integration architecture.
• TOGAF Certification or other architecture professional certification a plus

Experience

• Apparel experience strongly desired, particularly with retail or wholesale.
• Consumer products, and/or apparel retailing experience preferred.
• SAP Retail or equivalent Retail Merchandising System experience preferred.
• Hybris, ATG, Sterling or other headless eCommerce platforms experience preferred.
• Point of Sale and other Retail System implementation experience preferred
• Understanding of technology directions, trends and strategic business impacts related to the retail industry.
• Proficiency in process management, technology evaluation, project management and business intelligence.
• Familiarity with the balanced scorecard concept, IT standards such as ITIL and COBIT and compliance topics such as Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) and Payment Cards Industry (PCI) standards are preferred.
• Experience leading systems implementations to a successful conclusion.

Clear understanding of the software development lifecycle (SDLC) and project and business process management methodologies and tools.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills and presentation skills.

Ability to serve as a change agent and influence business direction.

• Ability to work effectively in a global and matrixed environment.

About your team

Our CRL (Consumer Goods, retail & Logistics) practice helps some of the largest global firms and most recognizable local brands solve their biggest challenges in today’s age of constant disruption. With diverse services spanning growth strategy and new product innovation, to omni-channel customer experience, supply chain resiliency and AI-driven new business models, we help clients shape and achieve their growth agenda for a sustainable future. We transform traditional organizations to digitally centric business models and drive new revenue streams.

About Infosys Consulting

Be part of a globally renowned management consulting firm on the front-line of industry disruption and at the cutting edge of technology.  We work with market leading brands across sectors. Our culture is inclusive and entrepreneurial. Being a mid-size consultancy within the scale of Infosys gives us the global reach to partner with our clients throughout their transformation journey.

Our core values, IC-LIFE, form a common code that helps us move forward. IC-LIFE stands for Inclusion, Equity and Diversity, Client, Leadership, Integrity, Fairness, and Excellence. To learn more about Infosys Consulting and our values, please visit our careers page.

Within Europe, we are recognized as one of the UK’s top firms by the Financial Times and Forbes due to our client innovations, our cultural diversity and dedicated training and career paths. Infosys is on the Germany’s top employers list for 2023. Management Consulting Magazine named us on their list of Best Firms to Work for. Furthermore, Infosys has been recognized by the Top Employers Institute, a global certification company, for its exceptional standards in employee conditions across Europe for five years in a row.

We offer industry-leading compensation and benefits, along with top training and development opportunities so that you can grow your career and achieve your personal goals. Curious to learn more? We’d love to hear from you.... Apply today!

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As Marketing Manager, you will be responsible for further growing our business in the Netherlands and Belgium. This is an interim position for 12 months, and the role can be available part-time as well as full-time.

Your main goal will be to grow sell-out and increase market shares in cooperation with the Regional Sales Manager. You will establish solid, direct connections with key retailers and marketing associates in the region, while ensuring a healthy, data-oriented operation that emphasizes both revenue and profitability.

Core Responsibilities:

• Create and execute a marketing strategy aimed at reaching sales and profit objectives set for the region.
• Work with 3-6 month rolling marketing plans with all defined “Key Accounts”, always with the focus on aligning the accounts in line with SteelSeries' goal of building a healthy and sell-out driven business.
• Establish solid partnerships with various channel partners such as retailers, e-tailers, and distribution firms.
• PR & Comms: Build and maintain relationships with local PR agencies and through them target media contacts in the region.
• Content: help in adapting global content, which can be distributed through own channels and to local retailers/etailers to ensure a prominent brand presence among end-consumers.
• Paid Media: Planning and execution of local paid media campaigns in cooperation with agencies and internal paid media department. Adapting global approach to local market or developing your own if needed.
• Influencers: Build campaigns on a quarterly basis, with relevant influencers in the region, to increase brand awareness and promote sell-out with key accounts.
• Develop a strong relationship with the Marketing Team in both the region and EMEA Services hub to ensure the coordination and implementation of local/regional marketing activities.
• Provide market feedback on trends, opportunities, products, sales and other relevant developments.
• Ability to work extended hours as business needs dictate and availability for frequent meetings with key accounts, marketing teams, other important stakeholders and to attend key tradeshows, fairs and events.
• Improve understanding of customer needs in the region and bring this knowledge to headquarters.

Qualifications and Skill Requirements

• 2+ years of experience from a similar role within Consumer Electronics (or Gaming).
• In-depth understanding of social media sites such as Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Reddit, and YouTube.
• Experience working with ecommerce platforms is highly beneficial.
• Practical experience with key paid media platforms such as Meta, Google, and Amazon will be particularly beneficial.
• Ability to use MS Excel on an intermediate level or higher.
• Understanding and ability to implement premium brand positioning across all sales channels.
• Having a deep engagement with the world of esports and gaming can be beneficial.
• English and Dutch spoken and written fluently.

Personal Characteristics

• Primary duties include effective planning and analysis of market conditions. Tracking performance of both SteelSeries and competitive brands is essential. Key characteristics should involve a focus on analysis and a well-organized work process.
• Proficiency in handling the fluctuating marketing terrain and an openness to adopting new technologies and ideas.
• The role offers a very interesting and challenging opportunity to become a significant part of a company which is on a tremendous growth journey. This role should attract individuals who are motivated and take the initiative in their work
• Thriving in this role involves having a genuine enjoyment for evolving workspaces and possessing proficient commercial, interpersonal, and communication abilities.

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As Marketing Manager, you will be faced with a challenge to further grow our business in Middle East and Africa. Resources will be limited and will require taking some tough strategic decisions on key focus areas. Main goal – growing sell out and increasing market shares in cooperation with Regional Sales Manager. Your role will involve establishing solid, direct connections with key retailers and marketing associates in the region, all while ensuring a healthy, data-oriented operation that emphasizes both revenue and profitability.

Core responsibilities:

• Create and execute a marketing strategy aimed at reaching sales and profit objectives set for the region.
• Work with 3-6 month rolling marketing plans with all defined “Key Accounts”, always with the focus on aligning the accounts in line with SteelSeries' goal of building a healthy and sell-out driven business.
• Establish solid partnerships with various channel partners such as retailers, e-tailers, and distribution firms.
• PR & Comms: Build and maintain relationships with local PR agencies and through them target media contacts in the region.
• Content: help in adapting global content, which can be distributed through own channels and to local retailers/etailers to ensure a prominent brand presence among end-consumers.
• Paid Media: Planning and execution of local paid media campaigns in cooperation with agencies and internal paid media department. Adapting global approach to local market or developing your own if needed.
• Influencers: Build campaigns on a quarterly basis, with relevant influencers in the region, to increase brand awareness and promote sell-out with key accounts.
• Develop a strong relationship with the Marketing Team in both the region and EMEA Services hub to ensure the coordination and implementation of local/regional marketing activities.
• Provide market feedback on trends, opportunities, products, sales and other relevant developments.
• Ability to work extended hours as business needs dictate and availability for frequent meetings with key accounts, marketing teams, other important stakeholders and to attend key tradeshows, fairs and events.
• Improve understanding of customer needs in the region and bring this knowledge to headquarters.

Qualifications and Skill Requirements

• 2+ years of experience from a similar role within Consumer Electronics (or Gaming).
• In-depth understanding of social media sites such as Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Reddit, and YouTube.
• Experience working with ecommerce platforms is highly beneficial.
• Practical experience with key paid media platforms such as Meta, Google, and Amazon will be particularly beneficial.
• Ability to use MS Excel on an intermediate level or higher.
• Understanding and ability to implement premium brand positioning across all sales channels.
• Having a deep engagement with the world of esports and gaming can be beneficial.
• English and Arabic spoken and written fluently.

Personal characteristics

• Primary duties include effective planning and analysis of market conditions. Tracking performance of both SteelSeries and competitive brands is essential. Key characteristics should involve a focus on analysis and a well-organized work process.
• Proficiency in handling the fluctuating marketing terrain and an openness to adopting new technologies and ideas.
• The role offers a very interesting and challenging opportunity to become a significant part of a company which is on a tremendous growth journey. This role should attract individuals who are motivated and take the initiative in their work
• Thriving in this role involves having a genuine enjoyment for evolving workspaces and possessing proficient commercial, interpersonal, and communication abilities.

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