IT Solution Architect

CMA CGM • Plainfield, IN

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Solution Architect (Contract Logistics IT CoE) is a senior design authority responsible for end-to-end solution architecture on complex, multi-system contract logistics programs. As a cross-domain expert, this role ensures that all components of a solution – from WMS, TMS, and OMS to integrations, automation, and customer systems – are architected into a holistic, cohesive design. The Solution Architect engages early (pre-sales/demand stage) and stays involved through delivery to guarantee technical integrity, bridging application silos and preventing late-stage design gaps. Two positions will be filled (one in Europe, one in the Americas), reporting into the CL IT CoE’s Integration & Architecture unit, with coverage of their respective regions (and support to other regions as needed). This position offers a unique opportunity to shape the technical blueprint of CEVA’s most complex Contract Logistics solutions. We seek a strategic thinker and hands-on leader who is passionate about bringing together multiple technologies into winning, high-quality solutions for our customers. If you thrive at the intersection of technology and business in a global, collaborative environment, we invite you to apply. CEVA operates in a multicultural, global environment and is a richly diverse organization operating seamlessly as one company. We aim to attract, motivate and retain the best people in our industry, whatever their background. We share the same passion to deliver world-class solutions to our customers. We have the best supply chain professionals in the industry and develop this talent in an inspiring work environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 10+ years in IT solution architecture, systems integration, or similar roles, preferably within logistics/Supply Chain or large-scale enterprise IT environments.
• Deep understanding of warehouse management systems (WMS) (e.g. Manhattan, Blue Yonder) and related systems (TMS, OMS, ERP) and how they integrate operationally.
• Proven track record designing complex, integrated solutions involving multiple technologies and platforms (e.g. WMS, TMS, middleware/ESB, automation systems, customer ERP/Portals).
• Strong knowledge of integration patterns (APIs, EDI, messaging) and data flows in a 3PL/contract logistics context.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills – able to articulate complex technical concepts to both technical teams and business leaders.
• Experience guiding project teams and leading design workshops.
• Comfortable making authoritative decisions and diplomatically pushing back when needed to maintain design integrity.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a matrix, global environment.
• High-level strategic thinking combined with hands-on problem-solving.
• Fluent in English (additional language skills for region are a plus).

Nice To Haves

• Experience in pre-sales or RFP solution development is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Own the overall technical design for assigned complex CL programs (multi-site or high-complexity implementations). Define how all solution components (WMS, TMS, OMS, integration middleware, automation, customer systems) will work together to meet requirements.
• Participate in opportunity shaping – reviewing new customer requirements at demand and RFP stage. Determine if the solution is standard vs. non-standard, and if complex or bespoke elements warrant Solution Architect involvement. Provide guidance on solution options and ensure proposed designs are viable and optimized (e.g. attend architecture board reviews).
• Act as the design authority throughout the project lifecycle. Make or approve key architecture decisions, ensuring domain architects’ and product teams’ designs align into a unified solution. Veto or adjust design choices when needed to safeguard end-to-end integrity.
• Develop and document integration architecture (interfaces, data flows, process touchpoints) across all systems in scope. Address cross-domain design questions (e.g. WMS–TMS–automation interactions), leveraging standard integration frameworks where possible.
• During build and testing, oversee design adherence – verifying that implementation aligns with the approved architecture. Identify and resolve any design deviations or integration issues early. Sign off on technical readiness for go-live and ensure smooth handover of the solution design knowledge to Run/Support teams (in coordination with platform owners).
• Contribute learnings from projects to refine CL solution design standards, templates, and decision criteria (e.g. helping to maintain the “Solution Architect engagement decision tree”). Mentor other architects and solution designers in cross-domain best practices.

Benefits

• Multiple health plans (company contribution to health savings account)
• Prescription coverage
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• Company paid life insurance
• Company paid accident insurance
• Company paid short-term disability coverage
• Company paid long-term disability coverage
• Employee assistance plan
• Voluntary benefits including additional life insurance
• Voluntary AD&D coverage
• Voluntary buy-up short-term disability
• Voluntary buy-up long-term disability
• Voluntary critical illness coverage
• Voluntary identify theft plan
• Voluntary legal plan
• 401(k) with company match
• Flexible Paid Time Off programs
• Company paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior