Anaplan Solutions Architect
Perry Ellis International, Miami, FL, United States
Anaplan Solutions Architect
Perry Ellis International, Inc. represents a diverse portfolio of lifestyle apparel brands. The Company, through its wholly owned subsidiaries owns and licenses nationally and with a brand portfolio of over 40 Brands domestically and internationally recognized brands including: Perry Ellis, Original Penguin by Munsingwear, Laundry by Shelli Segal, Rafaella, Cubavera, Ben Hogan, Savane, Grand Slam, John Henry, Manhattan, Axist and Farah. The Company enhances its roster of brands by licensing trademarks from third parties, including: Nike for swimwear, and Callaway, PGA TOUR, and Jack Nicklaus for golf apparel. 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).
Perry Ellis International, Inc. represents a diverse portfolio of lifestyle apparel brands. The Company, through its wholly owned subsidiaries owns and licenses nationally and with a brand portfolio of over 40 Brands domestically and internationally recognized brands including: Perry Ellis, Original Penguin by Munsingwear, Laundry by Shelli Segal, Rafaella, Cubavera, Ben Hogan, Savane, Grand Slam, John Henry, Manhattan, Axist and Farah. The Company enhances its roster of brands by licensing trademarks from third parties, including: Nike for swimwear, and Callaway, PGA TOUR, and Jack Nicklaus for golf apparel. 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).