Netherlands. For more than 265 years, JDE has been inspired by the belief that it’s amazing what can happen over a cup of coffee. Today, JDE unleashes the possibilities of coffee and tea in more than 100 countries, through a portfolio of over 50 brands including L’OR, Jacobs, Senseo, Tassimo, Douwe Egberts, OldTown, Super, Pickwick and Moccona.

What’s it like to work at JDE?

We are proud of our passionate, driven associates that challenge the status quo and pursue mastery in everything they do. Our goal is simple and ambitious – A coffee & tea for every cup.

At JDE, we're Made to Stand Out. Every day we are progressive in outlook, ambitious in nature, resourceful in action and decisive in approach, bringing coffee and tea moments to everyone around the world.

As Global Manager Enterprise Architecture, you will lead the co-creation of a master architectural plan which brings together business and technology. The scope of Enterprise Architecture spans across business applications and enabling technology platforms, with special focus on the value chain & strategy of our company.

The main deliverables of this role are the creation and enforcement of architecture principles, architecture standards, reference architectures and best practices. In addition, this role delivers the “full picture” insights about JDE’s application and technology landscape in order to identify value opportunities.

As Global IT Enterprise Architecture Manager at JDE, you will be responsible for:  

• Analysing JDE business and operating models to ensure the architectural plans are fit for our markets
• Establishing and managing the governance to ensure the adoption and alignment to the architecture guidelines
• Acting as a thought-leader and actively guiding cross-functional teams, solution architects and platform architects in the organization
• Providing consultative advice to senior business & technology stakeholders
• Assessing disruptive forces & emerging trends impacting the organization by identifying technology-enabled innovation opportunities.

We are looking to hire a seasoned Enterprise Architecture Manager with a proven record in driving change in business enterprise technologies within a globally operating company. 

 Our preferred candidate would have: 

• An academic degree in information-technology or an advanced business degree with specialization in technology
• Over 10 years of experience in the EA practice in the consumer goods or retail industries
• Knowledge of technology ecosystems: Cloud platforms (SaaS, IaaS, PaaS), Application integration, SOA/API, event-driven IT & analytics
• Familiarity with information management practices: system-development, life-cycle-management, IT services management, agile and lean methodologies, infrastructure and operations, and EA and ITIL frameworks
• Experience as a trusted thought-leader who can influence and persuade senior business and IT management
• Excellent interpersonal skills in areas such as communication, teamwork, facilitation and negotiation
• Knowledge of business models, operating models, financial models, cost-benefit analysis, budgeting and risk management.

Your application at JDE
If you are interested in this career opportunity at JDE, hit the “I’m interested” button and upload your application. After receiving your application we will do our utmost to give you quick feedback. Part of the recruitment procedure at JDE will be an online assessment, followed by interviews. A pre-employment check can be part of the recruitment process.

The future of work is hybrid, with both office and home playing an important role. At JDE, we value meeting colleagues in the office to unleash the possibilities of coffee and tea together and we enjoy our focus time when working from home. Join us and you will experience both. Because it’s amazing what happens over a cup of coffee.