Saputo
Dairy
ITSeniorManager,EnterpriseArchitecture
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“IT Senior Manager, Enterprise Architecture at Saputo. Skills: Enterprise Architecture, Technology strategy, Digital transformation, Architecture governance. Develop enterprise architecture vision. Maintain architecture principles”
What You'll Achieve.
Ensure alignment with business objectives; Enable digital transformation; Enable operational excellence; Achieve goals; Drive overall success; Ensure architecture supports innovation; Ensure architecture supports agility; Ensure architecture supports cost optimization; Measure architecture effectiveness; Reduce technical debt
Industry & Context.
Proactively identify architectural risks; Develop mitigation strategies
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
10+ years of progressive IT experience, at least 5 years in enterprise architecture leadership roles, Demonstrated experience in large-scale digital transformation initiatives, Hands-on experience with cloud platforms, integration technologies, and modern application architectures, Proven track record in developing architecture governance frameworks and standards, Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field, TOGAF, Zachman, or similar Enterprise Architecture certification strongly preferred, Cloud certification in Microsoft Azure is an asset, Certifications in ITIL and COBIT would be highly beneficial, Expertise in architecture domains: Application, Data, Infrastructure, and Security, knowledge of cloud computing, APIs, microservices, and containerization, Familiarity with enterprise integration patterns and middleware technologies, Understanding of cybersecurity principles and compliance frameworks, Exceptional leadership and team-building capabilities, stakeholder management and negotiation skills, Ability to communicate complex technical concepts in business terms, work effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders, Change management and organizational influence skills, High degree of initiative, accountability, and ownership, ability to translate business strategy into technology architecture, Proven leadership in managing enterprise architecture programs and teams, Excellent communication and influencing skills, Strategic thinker with a pragmatic approach to delivering results
Nice to Have
master’s preferred, Experience in the dairy or broader manufacturing CPG industry, Knowledge of emerging technologies such as AI/ML, IoT, and blockchain, Familiarity with Agile and DevOps methodologies, Multilingual (English French is an asset)
What You'll Do.
Develop enterprise architecture vision
Maintain architecture principles
Maintain architecture standards
Guide technology decisions
Lead creation of architecture roadmaps
Align roadmaps with business strategy
Align roadmaps with IT priorities
Partner with business stakeholders
Partner with IT stakeholders
Ensure architecture supports innovation
Ensure architecture supports agility
Ensure architecture supports cost optimization
Govern solution designs
Ensure compliance with architecture principles
Ensure compliance with security requirements
Drive adoption of modern architecture practices
Mentor architecture teams
Coach architecture teams
Build organizational capability
Build maturity in EA practices
Translate technical concepts
Act as trusted advisor
Measure architecture effectiveness
Report progress of EA practices
Report maturity of EA practices
Ensure data architecture supports analytics
Ensure data architecture supports AI
Ensure data architecture supports regulatory needs
Evaluate technology vendors
Manage relationships with technology vendors
Ensure alignment with EA principles
Participate in contract negotiations
Participate in technology selection
Ensure architecture decisions comply with regulatory requirements
Identify architectural risks
Develop mitigation strategies
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Collaborate with senior business leaders; Collaborate with technology leaders; Partner with business stakeholders; Partner with IT stakeholders; Work effectively with technical stakeholders; Work effectively with non-technical stakeholders
Communication Scope
Excellent communication skills; Influencing skills; Translate complex technical concepts into business-friendly language; Communicate complex technical concepts in business terms
Full Job Description
At Saputo, we bring good to the table by making high-quality products, investing in our people, and supporting communities around the world . As a top 10 global dairy processor, we value contributions that matter and strive to foster an inclusive, growth-driven work environment. Ready to bring your best? **Overview of The Role** The Sr Manager, Enterprise Architecture is a key technical and operational leader responsible for the hands-on delivery and management of Enterprise Architecture initiatives across Saputo’s global operations. This role works closely with the Sr. Director and is responsible for defining and governing the enterprise-wide technology architecture strategy to ensure alignment with business objectives. This role provides leadership in designing scalable, secure, and future-ready solutions that enable digital transformation and operational excellence. You will collaborate with senior business and technology leaders to drive architectural standards, frameworks, and roadmaps across applications, data, infrastructure, and security domains. The Sr Manager is expected to be highly hands-on, governs our architecture standards and leads the Architecture Review Board to ensure decisions and compliance with architecture principles & framework (i.e., TOGAF). The Sr. Manager must be able to pivot quickly to support digital transformation & emerging technologies while keeping aligned to IT strategy & business objectives, helping the organization achieve its goals and drive overall success. **How You Will Make Contributions That Matter:** * Develop and maintain the enterprise architecture vision, principles, and standards to guide technology decisions. * Lead the creation of multi-year architecture roadmaps aligned with business strategy and IT priorities. * Partner with business and IT stakeholders, including Cyber Security to ensure architecture supports innovation, agility, and cost optimization. * Govern solution designs to ensure compliance with enterprise
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