Head of Enterprise Architecture

<h3>Company Description</h3><p>At Lely, we believe in achieving a sustainable, profitable, and agreeable future for dairy farmers by combining robotisation, engineering and farming expertise. It all started with a dream cherished by two brothers in Maassluis 75 years ago, and ever since, we have worked to become innovative market leaders in automated systems for dairy farmers across the globe. With a team of 2,400 professional specialists, we work on revolutionary solutions for the agro industry continuously. We are based at our Maassluis Campus, a building which features the highest sustainability performance possible, not just in the Netherlands, but on a global scale. Our overall objective: making dairy farming interesting, also for the coming generations.</p><p>Are you interested in the latest technologies, and would you like to work in an innovative environment where you can really contribute to the well-being of our customers, the dairy farms? Your chance to come and work at the largest robot manufacturer in the Netherlands, the family business of the year with a high-tech campus in beautiful Westland. Lely develops and produces robots and digital services for the agricultural sector, especially dairy farms, and supplies them worldwide in more than 40 countries<strong>.</strong></p><h3>Job Description</h3><p>Would you like to play a crucial role in shaping the future of a company? As Head of Enterprise Architecture, you are the visionary leader guiding the development and implementation of a powerful, company-wide architecture. You steer the strategy and objectives, collaborating with key stakeholders to identify technological needs and build an enterprise architecture that is scalable, flexible, secure and cost-effective.</p><p>Your role revolves around establishing standards and guidelines to keep the organization on track. You advise and inform on all architecture aspects, enabling the flourishing of the new way of working within the organization. Additionally, you lead a talented and knowledgeable team of domain architects and IT experts within the new Lely organization.</p><p>It goes beyond technology. You are the driving force behind strategies that align investments with business goals while balancing innovation with the need for robust security. Flexibility is your keyword: ensuring technology can always adapt to changing business needs and intelligently identifying gaps in current technological landscapes.</p><p>And it doesn't end there. You are the architect of the future for Lely, responsible for a future-proof architecture that reflects the company's strategy, both organizationally and technically. Building and leading a strong team to bring this vision to life, setting the course for business teams, and devising targeted plans—that's your challenge!</p><p>Are you the one ready to seize this challenge with both hands? What are you waiting for? Apply now and be part of Lely's future!</p><h3>Qualifications</h3><p>This role is new in Lely's recently adjusted organization and therefore requires someone capable of shaping the future of working under architecture at Lely. You'll have considerable freedom to establish the team and the way of working. We're seeking someone who not only possesses knowledge of enterprise architecture but is also adept at shaping teams. Furthermore, you have the ability to guide and persuade the organization about the positive and necessary nature of the change.</p><ul><li>A master's degree, extensive knowledge of enterprise architecture, including application, data, and infrastructure architecture.</li><li>A strong grasp of industry standards in a high-tech production environment, best practices, and emerging technologies.</li><li>Experience in change management.</li><li>Team management experience (personnel management); experience in leading within a matrix organization is a plus.</li><li>Expertise in architectural frameworks and their application within an innovative original equipment manufacturing enterprise.</li><li>Effective engagement at various organizational levels, from board and executive levels to the operational floor.</li></ul><h3>Additional Information</h3><p>A pleasant working environment at an international family-owned business where innovation is always key. </p><p>You will also benefit from:</p><ul><li>Working at a great office with an open and informal atmosphere.</li><li>A free gym where you can work on your physical and mental health, daily open from 6:00 – 20:00 hours.</li><li>Open working environment with flexible working hours and possibilities to work from home.</li><li>A salary with a maximum of 120k per year.</li><li>Freedom and independence to organize your own work.</li><li>Plenty of room for personal growth and development, with help of our Lely Academy having a range of different courses on offer.</li><li>#FitatLely program with (online) sports classes, masterclasses about a variety of topics and other activities around Body, Mind or