Sr IT Architect, Merchandising Systems & Processing

Bolingbrook, Illinois

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Remote

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Direct hire

|Job ID 72625|Posted Nov 24, 2025
JOB DESCRIPTION

Join a dynamic team where you'll be at the forefront of retail technology, driving innovation and leading architectural solutions in merchandising systems. This remote role offers the opportunity to shape the future of retail with cutting-edge technology and strategic planning.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the planning, design, and delivery of core merchandising processes in a retail environment.
  • Evaluate and recommend business requirements based on solid knowledge of merchandise capabilities.
  • Develop and communicate strategies for managing organizational information and data architecture.
  • Identify and implement innovative solutions to enhance merchandising processes and systems.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with technology solutions.
  • Provide expert guidance on merchandise processes and their integration with ERP systems.

Skills

  • Extensive experience as a solution architect in retail merchandising landscapes.
  • Strong knowledge of demand planning, assortment planning, and inventory optimization.
  • Proficiency in using major retail platforms like O9 or Blue Yonder.
  • Proven ability to manage complex system designs and ensure adherence to technical standards.
  • Excellent communication skills for presenting solutions to diverse audiences.

Preferred Skills

  • Experience with SAP or similar ERP systems.
  • Background in project estimation and resource planning.
  • Ability to lead software and vendor evaluations.
  • Knowledge of IT governance and strategy development.

At Horizontal, we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where diversity, equity, and inclusion are core principles. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds to join our team.

 

Once you apply for this position, you may receive a phone call, SMS or email at the time of application from our Virtual AI Recruiter, Alex, to conduct an initial interview.

 

Horizontal is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. 

We seek to provide employment opportunities to talented, qualified candidates regardless of race, color, sex/gender including gender identity and/or expression, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, citizen status, veteran status, or any other protected classification under federal, state or local law.

In addition, Horizontal will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need to request a reasonable accommodation in order to complete the application or interview process, please contact us.

All applicants applying must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment.