Solution Architect - Planning Systems (Demand, Supply & Finite Scheduling)

Summary

This role will lead the overall technology design for our client's supply chain planning systems. The architect ensures that demand planning, supply planning, and scheduling tools work smoothly with SAP and other legacy systems across multiple business units.

What You Will Do

• Create the strategy for how our client's planning systems should look in the future (tools, integrations, data, templates).
• Assess current systems and recommend improvements or new platforms (e.g., Kinaxis, OMP, SAP IBP).
• Design the end‑to‑end architecture for planning tools and how they connect to SAP and other systems.
• Set standards and governance so all divisions follow consistent architecture and security practices.
• Lead design reviews and approve major technical decisions.
• Define data and integration models, including master data, APIs, middleware, and data flows.
• Work with IT teams to ensure data quality, analytics enablement, and smooth system orchestration.

Top Skills Details

• Bachelor’s degree in IT, Engineering, or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in enterprise architecture and supply chain systems.
• Deep expertise in SAP ERP (S/4HANA preferred) and integration architecture.
• Strong experience with planning tools (Kinaxis, OMP, SAP IBP, Blue Yonder).
• Proven experience designing architectures in complex, multi-system environments.
• Strong knowledge of life sciences supply chain and GxP requirements.
• Excellent leadership, influence, and decision-making skills.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Chicago, IL.

The pay range for this position is $90.00 - $110.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Chicago,IL.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 5, 2026.

About TEKsystems

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We’re a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We’re a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We’re strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We’re building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.