Solutions Architect - Enterprise

Responsibilities

• Current State Assessment & Gap Analysis
• Lead the assessment and redesign of PLM processes to align with business objectives and technological advancements based on leading practices within CPG.
• Develop and execute transformation roadmaps for the integration of FlexPLM, Windchill, ThingWorx, and 3rd party CAD systems.
• Document and evaluate current PLM business processes, systems, and data flows across Engineering, Quality, Regulatory, Supply Chain, and Product Development teams.
• Identify pain points, inefficiencies, and manual dependencies in the current state.
• Conduct stakeholder interviews and workshops to capture business needs and priorities.
• Build MTIC PLM support and project team to enable future state Mattel PLM transformation program.
• Future State Design & Roadmap
• Work with functional leads to define future state business processes and operating models.
• Develop business use cases, process flows, and capability maps to support future state definition.
• Align future state capabilities with enterprise PLM vision, compliance needs, and digital transformation goals.
• Requirements Management
• Translate business needs into clear, testable functional and non-functional requirements for future PLM solutions.
• Manage and maintain a structured backlog of business requirements, ensuring traceability through implementation.
• Collaborate with PLM architects and vendors to ensure proposed solutions meet business expectations.
• Testing & Validation
• Support test planning, user acceptance testing (UAT), and validation activities for future state processes.
• Partner with business users to verify that new capabilities are aligned to business needs and are fit for use.
• Stakeholder Engagement & Change Readiness
• Lead project teams in the execution of PLM transformation initiatives, ensuring adherence to timelines and budgets.
• Serve as the key business liaison between functional teams and IT/solution delivery teams.
• Support organizational change management efforts through documentation, communication, and training support.
• Provide input into migration, onboarding, and adoption plans for future state tools and processes.
• Communication: Facilitate effective communication between offshore and onshore teams, ensuring transparency and alignment on project status, risks, and issues.
• Problem Solving: Proactively identify and resolve technical and operational challenges to ensure smooth project execution.
• Stakeholder Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, providing regular updates and addressing any concerns or requirements.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor's degree in engineering, Information Systems, Supply Chain, or related discipline.
• Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a proactive approach to addressing challenges.
• Cultural Awareness: Ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment and manage teams across different time zones.
• Experience with large-scale PLM transformation or system implementation programs within CPG/Retail industries.
• Understanding digital thread, digital twin, or model-based enterprise concepts.
• Exposure to Agile delivery models and tools (e.g., JIRA, Azure DevOps).
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills across business and IT functions.
• About Us: We are a leading organization committed to leveraging technology to drive business success. Our team is dedicated to innovation, collaboration, and delivering exceptional results. Join us and be a part of a dynamic and forward-thinking company.
• How to Apply: Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume and cover letter detailing their relevant experience and qualifications.

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Additional Information

Job Title: PLM Transformation Location: Hyderabad, India Job Summary: We are seeking a seasoned Manager to spearhead the Future State PLM transformation initiative. This role will be responsible for assessing current-state PLM processes, gathering cross-functional business requirements, and helping define the vision and roadmap for a scalable, future-ready PLM ecosystem. The Business Analyst will serve as a key liaison between business stakeholders and technical teams to ensure the new PLM solution aligns with enterprise objectives and supports end-to-end product lifecycle processes within CPG industry. The candidate must be willing to work on site 4 days a week in Hyderabad, during US EST time zone.

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