Head of Enterprise Architecture

Company Description

AUTODOC is the largest and fastest growing auto parts ecommerce platform in Europe.

Present across 27 countries with around 5,000 employees, AUTODOC generated revenue of over €1.3 billion in 2023, supplying more than 7.4 million active customers with its 5.8 million vehicle parts and accessories for car, truck, and motorcycle brands.

Curious minds, adventurous experts and tech-savvy professionals - one team, one billion euros revenue. Catch the ride!

Responsibilities

Job Description

• Develop and implement comprehensive architecture governance frameworks, tools, and methodologies to govern Business and Application architecture.
• Oversee the development and execution of architecture strategies, ensuring they meet current and future business needs.
• Ensure the architecture governance framework effectively controls the design, integrity, and realization of Autodoc's architecture.
• Continuously assess and improve processes, tools, and methodologies to enhance efficiency and effectiveness within the team and across the organization.
• Govern architectural design of large-scale IT transformation projects, particularly those involving SAP solutions.
• Collaborate with senior management to align the architectural roadmap with AUTODOC's strategic objectives and project portfolio.
• Lead, manage, and mentor a team of business process managers and an enterprise architect, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
  
  
  

Requirements

• At least 5 years of experience in a similar role
• Proven leadership skills with experience in leading, motivating, and growing a team of architecture professionals.
• Strong background in Architecture Governance, including the establishment of governance frameworks, policies, and procedures.
• Prior experience managing large-scale IT transformations, particularly with SAP solutions (SAP ERP, SAP CI, SAP eWM, etc.)
• Certifications in Enterprise Architecture frameworks (e.g., TOGAF, Zachman).
• Experience in defining and implementing architecture governance processes and standards.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Experience in a similar role within the e-commerce or automotive industry.
• Demonstrated success in developing and implementing architecture governance frameworks in a large, complex organization.
  
  
  

What do we offer?

• Competitive salaries based on your professional experience
• Fast growing international company with stable employment
• Annual vacation of 30 days and 1 additional day off on your birthday
• Mental Wellbeing Program – providing you and your immediate family members with free and confidential mental and physical health support services for a wide range of personal and work-related issues.
• AUTODOC Corporate Discount (1,080 Euros per annum) to order parts for their own use at special discounted rates
• Retail discounts of up to 75% on travel, technology, fashion and much more
• Opportunities for advancement, further trainings (over 650 courses on soft and hard skills on our e-learning platform) and coaching
• Free English and German language classes
• Flexible working hours and hybrid work
• Referral Program with attractive incentives
• Company pension scheme (Betriebliche Altersvorsorge mit Allianz)
  
  
  

Join us today and let’s create a success story together!