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Reply Limited

Solution Architect - Inside IR35

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Londonreading, United Kingdom

Freelance

24-12-2024

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Job Specifications

We are looking for an experienced Solution Architect to design and deliver technical solutions that align with business goals. This contract role requires expertise in end-to-end architecture, solution design, and a strong preference for candidates with Forecasting, Allocation, and Replenishment (FAR) experience.
Key Responsibilities:
Design and document comprehensive end-to-end solutions across Process, Applications, Data, Technology, Integration, and Security domains.
Review and refine business requirements, translating them into solution designs.
Create Solution Blueprints and ensure alignment with functional and non-functional requirements.
Collaborate with stakeholders and system integrators to resolve design issues and manage changes.
Oversee delivery plans, ensuring architecture quality throughout testing and go-live phases.
Maintain architecture documentation and adhere to standards.
Requirements:
Proven experience in enterprise-level solution design and delivery.
Direct experience in Forecasting, Allocation, and Replenishment (FAR).
Strong skills in process, application, and data architecture.
Ability to collaborate with stakeholders and manage technical challenges.
Excellent documentation and communication skills.

About the Company

Reply [EXM, STAR: REY] specialises in the design and implementation of solutions based on new communication channels and digital media. As a network of highly specialised companies, Reply defines and develops business models enabled by the new models of AI, big data, cloud computing, digital media and the internet of things. Reply delivers consulting, system integration and digital services to organisations across the telecom and media; industry and services; banking and insurance; and public sectors. Know more

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