Anaplan Solutions Architect

^{Perry Ellis International is seeking a skilled and experienced Anaplan Solution Architect to join our team and drive the design, development, and implementation of our enterprise-wide Connected Planning solutions. This strategic position will work closely with key business functions—including Finance, Supply Chain, and Merchandising—to translate complex business requirements into scalable, efficient Anaplan models that enable data-driven decision-making and drive operational improvements across the organization.}

Key Responsibilities

• Solution Design & Architecture: Act as the subject matter expert (SME) for the Anaplan platform, leading the end-to-end design and architecture of complex, multi-dimensional Anaplan models (including the Data Hub) to support critical business processes such as Merchandise Financial Planning, Assortment Planning, Sales Forecasting, Supply Planning, and Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A).
• Business Partnership: Collaborate with business stakeholders across all levels to gather, document, and analyze requirements, translating them into scalable and efficient technical designs and user stories.
• Model Building and Development: Design, build, test, and deploy Anaplan models following Anaplan best practices (e.g., DISCO) and architectural standards.
• Data Integration: Oversee and manage data integration strategies (both inbound and outbound) between Anaplan and source systems (e.g., ERP, CRM, data warehouses) using tools like Anaplan Connect or related integration technologies, ensuring data accuracy and timeliness.
• Optimization & Governance: Continuously review, enhance, and optimize existing Anaplan models for performance, maintainability, and scalability. Lead the implementation of Application Lifecycle Management (ALM) and maintain model governance and security.
• Leadership & Training: Provide technical leadership to development teams (internal and/or external) and mentor junior model builders. Develop and deliver training programs to drive end-user adoption and proficiency.
• Documentation: Create and maintain comprehensive documentation, including detailed architectural blueprints, process flows, model schematics, and functional specifications.

Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Finance, Business Administration, or a related highly analytical field.
• Experience:
• 5+ years of total experience in Enterprise Performance Management (EPM) or Business Intelligence.
• 3+ years of direct, hands-on experience in Anaplan model design, development, and implementation, ideally in a Solution Architect or Lead Developer capacity.
• Certifications: Certified Anaplan Model Builder (Level 2/3) is required; Anaplan Solution Architect or Master Anaplanner certification is highly preferred.
• Functional Knowledge: Strong understanding of retail, apparel, or consumer goods industry business processes, with specific expertise in Merchandise Planning and/or Supply Chain Planning is a significant advantage.
• Technical Skills:
• Expert proficiency in building, maintaining, and optimizing Anaplan models, including deep knowledge of modules, lists, line items, and complex calculations.
• Advanced experience with data integration concepts and tools.
• Proficiency in financial modeling, retail math, and Microsoft Excel.
• Soft Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills. Proven ability to lead solution-focused discussions and drive consensus.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with other planning systems (e.g., Oracle EPM).
• Familiarity with Agile development methodologies.
• Knowledge of scripting languages or API integrations (e.g., REST APIs, Python).