Enterprise Solution Architect; SAP​/Transportation

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Oversight of Transportation Management Systems (TMS), Fleet Management, and Carrier Connectivity platforms, including product development, integrations, and end-to-end support for Tyson’s transportation operations across inbound, outbound, and interplant networks. Ownership of EDI onboarding and maintenance for carriers and 3PL partners, system upgrades, enhancements, and integration support to ensure seamless execution of freight planning and tendering. Support 24x7 operations for load planning, execution, and visibility across multiple modes (FTL, LTL, Air, Rail, Ocean).

Configuration and implementation of transportation optimization technologies, real-time visibility platforms, and automation solutions such as dynamic routing, telematics, IoT sensors, and predictive analytics.

Technical product ownership of Transportation Management Systems and related applications, including product development, integrations, and end-to-end lifecycle support. Lead engagement and vendor management for third-party transportation solutions, ensuring alignment with business objectives, technology strategy and operational excellence. Drive system enhancements, configuration, and implementation for the following applications:

• SAP Product Suite (TM, EM, GTS, BTP, etc.)
• Tyson Transportation Execution System (In-house Java-based Truck Execution system)
• Four Kites Product Suite (Core Track, Rail Load Visibility, Carrier Scorecard)
• Fleet Management Systems (McLeod Load Master Enterprise, Samsara Telematics, Cetaris Fleet Maintenance, and other fleet management tools)
• Analytics Platforms (Power
  
  BI dashboards, Palantir for transportation insights)

Experience with configuration, integration, and implementation of SAP Transportation solutions as well as carrier connectivity solutions (EDI/API), visibility platforms, and optimization engines. Familiarity with emerging technologies such as AI/ML, IoT for asset tracking, predictive ETA algorithms, and AI-driven transportation planning is highly desirable.

The Staff Enterprise Solution Architect collaborates with Product Owners and Enterprise Technical Architects to design and implement project/product solutions that meet business needs while adhering to established technology standards. ESA are premier experts in one or more business domains and have deep knowledge of system functionality, interfaces, and capabilities within their area of responsibility. They can analyze the functionality and constraints of recommended solutions/changes across multiple systems/platforms/applications and ensure compatibility, interoperability, stability, and usability of the proposed solution architecture.

Staff Architects in Enterprise Solution Architecture have one or more functional areas of focus, e.g., Finance, HR, Manufacturing, Sales, etc.

• Scope of Coverage is one business area.
• Scope of Influence is the direct partner team(s) and business area they represent. Governance is a mix of tactical and strategic.
• Training and mentorship of partner teams within their area of expertise (tech area, business function).
• Perform other assigned job‑related duties that align with our organization’s vision, mission, and values and fall within your scope of practice.

• Design scalable, reliable, and secure architecture solutions that align with business goals and technical requirements.
• Conduct architecture reviews and provide guidance to ensure alignment with enterprise standards.
• Maintain application portfolio in one’s area in collaboration with IT & Business Partner teams and leaders.

• Leverage expertise in software development, quality, and infrastructure engineering to provide holistic architectural solutions.
• Ensure seamless integration of…