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Director, Enterprise Architecture & ApplicationsCooke Inc. • Saint John, NB, CA
Director, Enterprise Architecture & Applications

Director, Enterprise Architecture & Applications

Cooke Inc. • Saint John, NB, CA
15 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Cooke is a global seafood company with operations in North America, Europe, South America and Australia. Our company’s success is driven by our dynamic, highly skilled, and innovative management team, supported by dedicated employees who live in coastal communities and contribute to the local area’s economy and sense of community.

Cooke continues to advance its digital strategy through strong enterprise architecture, disciplined governance, and business-aligned application platforms. As Director, Enterprise Architecture & Applications, you play a critical leadership role in shaping how technology enables business capabilities, drives value realization, and supports scalable growth across the enterprise.

The Role

As Director, Enterprise Architecture & Applications, you provide enterprise-wide architectural leadership and strategic direction across application architecture, solution design, and enterprise architecture practices. You own the enterprise architecture and applications strategy, guide long-term roadmaps, and ensure alignment between business priorities, digital investments, and technology platforms.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead application rationalization efforts to reduce complexity, risk, and cost across decentralized environments.
  • Establish and evolve global architecture and application standards while balancing regional and functional needs.
  • Own the Enterprise Architecture and Applications strategy and roadmap aligned to Cooke’s digital strategy.
  • Define enterprise reference architectures, standards, and solution patterns across business domains.
  • Provide executive leadership for application and solution architecture, ensuring consistency and scalability.
  • Chair or significantly influence architecture governance forums, including the Architecture Review Board (ARB).
  • Align technology investments with enterprise goals, value realization, and risk stewardship.
  • Drive enterprise capability maturity and measurable business outcomes.
  • Mentor senior architects and develop leadership succession within the architecture practice.

What Success Looks Like

  • Enterprise architecture provides clear direction without slowing delivery.
  • Applications and solutions align to business capabilities and long-term strategy.
  • Architecture governance is pragmatic, trusted, and outcome-focused.
  • Measurable improvements in capability maturity and value realization are achieved.
  • Core Skills & Competencies

  • Enterprise and solution architecture leadership
  • Strategic roadmap and portfolio alignment
  • Architecture governance and executive facilitation
  • Business capability modeling and value realization
  • Executive communication and influence
  • Behaviors That Drive Success

  • Adaptability – Leads architectural and digital change across the enterprise.
  • Business Acumen – Translates technology strategy into measurable business value.
  • Collaboration & Synergy – Builds alignment across IT, business, and partners.
  • Decisiveness – Makes strategic decisions in complex, ambiguous environments.
  • Digital Acumen – Shapes digital strategy and adoption of emerging technologies.
  • Growth Mindset – Develops talent and advances organizational learning.
  • Outcome Driven – Focuses on value realization, not activity.
  • Political Savviness – Navigates enterprise dynamics with integrity.
  • Risk Taking – Balances innovation, resilience, and accountability.
  • Experience & Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Business, or related discipline (MBA or advanced degree preferred).
  • 10+ years of experience in IT or enterprise leadership roles with multi-team or cross-functional oversight.
  • Demonstrated leadership in enterprise or solution architecture and digital transformation.
  • Experience with enterprise architecture frameworks (e.g., TOGAF, ArchiMate).
  • Strong experience operating in executive governance and portfolio environments.
  • Join our team and enjoy the benefits of full-time year-round employment with competitive rates and a comprehensive benefits package tailored to support your well-being and career growth.

    Benefits Package :

  • H ealth Benefits : Includes coverage for dental, vision, and extended medical care.
  • Insurance : Life and disability insurance provided for financial security.
  • Support Services : Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
  • Financial Planning : Opportunity for RRSP matching to support your retirement savings.
  • Time Off : Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave for work-life balance.
  • Wellness : Wellness programs and access to on-site gym facilities (available in some locations).
  • Career Development : Professional growth opportunities and avenues for advancement.
  • Perks : Employee discounts on company products or services.
  • Convenience : On-site parking or parking allowance.
  • If you're looking to join a supportive team environment with opportunities for personal and professional development, apply now and become part of our dynamic team.

    The Why

    Why Cooke? Simple - because we are a company that rewards initiative, resourcefulness, and work ethic. We will champion your growth and provide you with the platform to create your path, your career, and your future.

    NOTE : The recruiter is reviewing and interviewing eligible applicants for this position as they are received. If you are interested in this posting, you are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

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