The Director of Enterprise Architecture is a strategic technology leader responsible for shaping and executing the enterprise-wide architecture vision to support the digital transformation of a equipment manufacturing company. This role will define the architectural blueprint that aligns business strategy with technology capabilities, modernize legacy systems, and drive innovation across manufacturing, supply chain, customer experience, and data platforms. The ideal candidate will be a visionary with deep experience in enterprise architecture, manufacturing systems, and digital modernization.

Alamo Group Inc. is currently accepting applications to fill a Director, Enterprise Architecture position at its Corporate Headquarters.

The Director of Enterprise Architecture is a strategic technology leader responsible for shaping and executing the enterprise-wide architecture vision to support the digital transformation of a equipment manufacturing company. This role will define the architectural blueprint that aligns business strategy with technology capabilities, modernize legacy systems, and drive innovation across manufacturing, supply chain, customer experience, and data platforms. The ideal candidate will be a visionary with deep experience in enterprise architecture, manufacturing systems, and digital modernization.

The Director, Enterprise Architecture will:

1. Develop and lead the enterprise architecture strategy to support digital transformation, operational efficiency, and business growth
2. Define and maintain architecture principles, standards, and governance frameworks across business units and technology domains
3. Partner with executive leadership to align technology investments with strategic business objectives
4. Oversee the integration of ERP, MES, PLM, CRM, and other core platforms into a unified, scalable ecosystem
5. Lead modernization of legacy systems and adoption of cloud, edge computing, and IIoT technologies
6. Guide architecture decisions for data platforms, analytics, cybersecurity, and infrastructure
7. Mentor and lead a team of enterprise, solution, and domain architects to ensure architectural consistency and innovation
8. Evaluate emerging technologies and trends to inform strategic planning and competitive advantage
9. Ensure compliance with industry regulations, cybersecurity standards, and enterprise risk management
10. Serve as a key advisor to the CIO and executive team on technology strategy, investment, and transformation roadmaps
11. Additional duties as assigned.

The ideal candidate will have/be:

1. Expert-level understanding of enterprise architecture frameworks (e.g., TOGAF, Zachman, Gartner EA)
2. Proven leadership in digital transformation within manufacturing or industrial sectors
3. Deep knowledge of ERP (e.g., SAP, Oracle), MES, PLM, CRM, and supply chain systems
4. Strong experience with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP), hybrid infrastructure, and edge computing
5. Familiarity with IIoT, smart factory technologies, and Industry 4.0 principles
6. Strategic thinking with the ability to translate business goals into technology solutions
7. Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills
8. Strong governance, risk management, and compliance acumen
9. Ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence at all levels of the organization
10. Demonstrated ability to exhibit and model Alamo Group's Core Leadership Competencies:
    
    • Leading Change / Change Management: Ability to drive improvement of team, division, and corporate goals and objectives through people. Ability to balance change and continually strive to improve business performance.
    • Leading People / Teamwork: Ability to design and implement strategies which maximize employees' potential and foster high ethical standards in meeting the team, division, and corporate objectives.
    • Communication: Ability to explain, advocate, and express facts and ideas in a convincing manner, and negotiate with individuals and groups internally and externally. The ability to develop internal and external networks and identify the issues that impact the work of the organization.
    • Business Acumen: Understands and interprets business financials and metrics and utilizes latest business strategies. Focuses on outcomes and creates opportunities for success. Acquires and utilizes human, financial, material and information resources effectively.
    • Results Driven: Ability to make timely and effective decisions and produce results through planning and the implementation and evaluation of business metrics, systems, policies, and program; stressing accountability and continuous improvement.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (Master's or MBA preferred)
• 15+ years of experience in enterprise architecture, with at least 5 years in a senior or executive leadership role
• Experience managing cross-functional teams and major technology projects is essential.

Working Conditions:

Work is performed in an office environment, with occasional walking in and around a manufacturing plant. Will be required to travel approximately 25-40% by automobile and/or common air carrier; overnight stays required. Occasional lifting, pushing, or pulling up to 10 pounds.