Domain Architect - Replenishment & Forecasting - Hawthorn East at Coles Group

Hawthorn East, Victoria, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

04 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

04 Jan, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Technology Architecture, Enterprise Architecture, Cloud Migration, Legacy Modernisation, Agile Delivery, Architectural Governance, Data Architecture, API Management, Systems Thinking, Analytical Skills, Communication Skills, Microservices, Event-Driven Architecture, Cloud-Native, Stakeholder Management, Strategic Planning

Industry

Retail

Description

We’ve been trusted to serve Aussie communities since 1914 and grown to become a top 30-listed on the ASX with over 115,000 team members and a portfolio of iconic brands. At Coles Group, you’ll not only get to make a difference to millions of Aussie lives—you’ll also get to see your impact. About the team Our Technology team is the backbone of the business, building and maintaining the information technology infrastructure that support Coles Group. As a part of the Technology team, you get the opportunity to work through complex, challenging, meaningful problems using large data sets and new technologies to expand your skills and experience. About the team As part of the broader Technology team, our supply chain replenishment team partners with the business to deliver efficiency and innovation for Coles as the leading retail supply chain network in Australia. We deliver value through quality technology solutions that simplify our distribution and transport businesses. Our platform includes over 40 tools and applications used by our distribution and transport team members daily, including business critical applications. As the Domain Architect for Replenishment & Forecasting, you will be responsible for defining and maintaining the architectural vision and roadmap for the replenishment and forecasting domain. About the role This role plays a critical part in shaping the future of our technology platforms, ensuring they align with enterprise architecture principles and business objectives. You will lead the translation of strategic goals into target and transitional state architectures, identifying risks, opportunities, and technical debt within the domain. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including product, engineering, QA, operations, and DevOps to ensure architectural integrity and scalability. Your leadership will guide solution architects and engineering teams in implementing design patterns and technology standards that support high-performing, secure, and resilient systems. This role also involves representing the domain in enterprise-wide planning and governance forums, staying abreast of emerging technologies, and driving innovation. You will play a key role in large-scale transformation initiatives such as cloud migration and legacy modernization and contribute to the strategic direction of the organisation through architectural governance and agile delivery practices. Prior experience in replenishment systems or processes is highly desirable, as it enables strategic alignment with business objectives and enhances domain leadership. About you and your skills •10+ years in technology architecture roles, including experience as a lead or enterprise architect in complex, enterprise environments. • Proven experience defining domain or enterprise-level architecture strategies and roadmaps and aligning them to business priorities and enterprise goals. • Experience leading delivery of large-scale transformation initiatives, including legacy modernisation, platform consolidation and cloud migration. • Demonstrated experience in influencing and implementing strategic planning and organisational structure, including operating models and functional designs, and enabling enterprise objective alignment. • Demonstrated leadership in architectural governance, design authority and standards definition, embedding architecture effectively within agile delivery environments. • Extensive experience designing scalable, secure and integrated platforms or systems across multiple technologies and architectural styles (e.g. microservices, event-driven, cloud-native). • Strong track record of influencing senior technology and business stakeholders, driving consensus across competing priorities and achieving alignment. • Demonstrated ability to work in federated or matrixed architectural environments, collaborating effectively across domain and enterprise boundaries. • Proven impact in optimising cost, risk and value outcomes through architectural decision making• Deep expertise in architecture frameworks and practices, such as TOGAF, Zachman, or similar – formal certification is advantageous. • Strong understanding of cloud architecture (AWS, Azure, GCP), SaaS integration, enterprise integration, data flows, API management and security architecture. • Solid knowledge of data architecture and governance principles, including regulatory and compliance considerations in enterprise environments. • Excellent systems thinking and analytical skills, with the ability to assess complex technology landscapes and design fit-for-purpose solutions. • Highly effective communicator, able to convey architectural vision to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. • Skilled at navigating ambiguity, balancing long-term architectural vision with immediate delivery needs and mentoring others in applying architectural practise If you’re passionate about architecture as a strategic enabler and thrive in complex, fast-paced environments, we’d love to hear from you.What’s in it for you? Flexible working options: We know that work is only one part of your life, so we actively encourage a positive work-life balance and provide hybrid working options to help you achieve it. Office perks: Take advantage of our gym facility and fitness classes, free parking, BBQ area, mini-Coles supermarket, fooderie hub where you can sample new products before they hit the shelves, school holiday program and so much more when you come in. Discounts: Eligible team members receive 5% discount all year round on your Supermarket and Liquor online and in-store purchases. We also offer additional periods of double discount (10%) at various times throughout the year. As well as hotdeals exclusive to team members that translate into additional savings. Reward through recognition: Give and receive recognition, linked to our Coles values, through our digital recognition platform ‘mythanks’. You can accumulate points to redeem in the online shop for exciting gifts and electronic gift cards from an extensive range of retailers. Opportunities for learning and development: No matter where you start within our diverse business, you’ll have experiences, exposure, and education to satisfy you. Discover and explore a variety of career development programs and job-specific training. Paid parental leave: We understand how important your life outside work is and offer permanent team members paid parental leave to support you in balancing work and family. Investment in your future: Our annual team member share plan offer allows eligible team members to make regular pre-tax salary sacrifice deductions to purchase Coles Group shares. About the recruitment process We’re continuing to build a gender equitable team, and a culture that is just as diverse, inclusive and welcoming as the communities we serve. We are committed to creating a workplace that is safe and respectful for our team. We encourage applications from people of all ages, cultures (including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples), abilities, sexual orientation and gender identities. We’re happy to adjust our recruitment process to support candidates with disability. For further information and additional contact details visit the ‘Our Recruitment Process’ section of our careers site or email inclusionrecruitment@coles.com.au Job ID: 166067 Employment Type: Full time #LI-DIG1

Responsibilities

The Domain Architect will define and maintain the architectural vision and roadmap for the replenishment and forecasting domain, ensuring alignment with enterprise architecture principles. This role involves leading cross-functional collaboration to implement design patterns and technology standards for high-performing systems.