Job Title: Enterprise Architect & Joint IT Workstream Lead (SAP Focused)Location: Antwerp & Home Duration: 12 months About the RoleWe are seeking an experienced Enterprise Architect and Joint IT Workstream Lead to drive the IT strategy for a major new operational start-up. You will be jointly responsible with the PMO for developing the deployment approach, defining the methodology, strategy, and execution. Your overarching goal is to ensure the technology stack is an asset, not a liability. Without this critical oversight, the project risks an "accidental architecture", a fragmented mess where systems do not sync, security holes are everywhere, and scaling becomes an expensive nightmare.Core ResponsibilitiesLeadership: Oversee a team of IT and Data professionals, manage vendor relationships, and ensure all systems, particularly SAP and IT Applications, are secure, efficient, and scalable.Business Architecture: Define the "why" and "what" to support cross-functional business processes and ensure IT and Data projects align with overarching business goals.Data Architecture: Manage the "intelligence", ensuring data is consistent, secure, and accessible across different business functions.Application Architecture: Decide on the "tools" and oversee the software portfolio to prevent redundancy.Technology Architecture: Build and manage the "foundation", involving the hardware, cloud infrastructure, and networks that keep everything running.Infrastructure & SAP Management: Oversee the maintenance of networks, servers, security protocols, SAP, and software applications.Project Management: Lead large-scale tech migrations, system upgrades, and digital transformation initiatives.Performance Measures (KPIs)Maintain 99.9% availability for critical business systems.Achieve zero major data breaches or unmitigated vulnerabilities.Secure a high internal "Net Promoter Score" for IT support tickets.Deliver projects within 5% of the projected IT workstream budget.What We Are Looking ForSAP Focus: SAP experience and qualifications are an absolute priority, as you will be required to stabilise and scale our core systems.Experience: 15+ years in Programme Management, Enterprise Architecture, or IT operations.Technical Proficiency: Deep knowledge of IT network administration (LAN/WAN), cloud services (AWS/Azure), and OS environments (Windows/macOS/Linux).Business Processes: Proficiency in cross-functional, end-to-end processes and data flows.Education: MBA plus a Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or a related field.Certifications: PMP, CISSP, ITIL, or Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer preferred.Soft Skills: Exceptional problem-solving abilities, clear communication with non-technical stakeholders, and a calm demeanour under pressure