Enterprise Architect – Supply Chain (Retail, AI & Modernization)

Job Title: Enterprise Architect – Supply Chain (Retail, AI & Modernization)

Company: Cogency Inc.

Location: Greater Toronto Area (Remote)

Job Type: Full-Time (FTE)

Travel: 20%

Job Summary

Cogency Inc. is seeking a strategic and hands-on Enterprise Architect with deep expertise in retail supply chain to lead large-scale digital transformation and modernization initiatives.

This role will drive enterprise architecture strategy across merchandising, inventory, omnichannel fulfillment, and logistics, leveraging cloud, data platforms, and AI/ML to enable smarter, faster, and more resilient retail operations.

Key Responsibilities

Enterprise Architecture Leadership

• Define and drive enterprise architecture strategy aligned with retail business goals and digital roadmap
• Establish architecture governance, standards, and best practices
• Lead architecture review boards and ensure alignment across programs and portfolios

Retail Supply Chain Transformation

• Drive transformation across retail supply chain domains:
• Merchandising & assortment planning
• Inventory optimization & replenishment
• Warehouse & distribution management
• Omnichannel fulfillment (BOPIS, ship-from-store, last-mile delivery)
• Enable real-time visibility across supply chain networks

AI & Advanced Analytics Enablement

• Lead adoption of AI/ML solutions for:
• Demand forecasting and inventory optimization
• Pricing and promotion optimization
• Supply chain risk detection and anomaly identification
• Drive data-driven decision-making across retail operations

Modernization & Cloud Strategy

• Lead legacy modernization, cloud migration, and platform consolidation initiatives
• Architect scalable, cloud-native solutions (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
• Promote microservices, API-first, and event-driven architectures

Data & Platform Architecture

• Define enterprise data strategy including data lakes, real-time streaming, and analytics platforms
• Enable data democratization for business users and analytics teams
• Ensure data governance, quality, and compliance

Stakeholder & Delivery Leadership

• Partner with business leaders, product teams, and IT leadership
• Influence senior stakeholders on technology investments and roadmap
• Mentor architecture and engineering teams
• Collaborate with vendors and implementation partners

Required Skills & Experience

• 10–15 years of IT experience including enterprise architecture roles
• Strong experience in retail supply chain domain:
• Merchandising, inventory, logistics, omnichannel fulfillment
• Proven track record in enterprise-scale transformation programs
• Experience implementing AI/ML solutions in retail or supply chain
• Strong expertise in cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
• Deep understanding of integration patterns, APIs, and microservices
• Experience with enterprise platforms (SAP, Oracle, or retail systems)
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills

Preferred Skills

• Experience with retail planning tools (Blue Yonder, Manhattan, Kinaxis)
• Exposure to Generative AI and intelligent automation
• Familiarity with TOGAF or enterprise architecture frameworks
• Experience with IoT, RFID, and store-level automation technologies
• Background in Agile, DevOps, and product-based delivery models

Work Model

• Hybrid – 2 days per week onsite in the Greater Toronto Area
• Up to 20% travel required