Solutions Architect (Supply Chain/WMS) at Primark, Reading/Remote, 6 Months, £Day Rate

Solution Architect - Supply Chain / WMS Transformation

• Location: Reading (Hybrid – 1 to 2 days per week)
• Contract Type: Day Rate (Inside IR35)
• Duration: Initial 6 Months

We're seeking an experienced Solution Architect to lead the design and delivery of Supply Chain technology solutions across a major international retailer. The role will focus on Warehouse Management, Fulfilment, Logistics, Inventory, and Supply Chain transformation initiatives, helping shape the future technology landscape across multiple markets.

A key part of the role will be supporting the rollout of a new Warehouse Management System (WMS) across warehouses in multiple countries, ensuring seamless integration into the wider enterprise ecosystem and operational processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Design end-to-end Supply Chain and Warehouse Management solutions aligned to business and technology strategy.
• Lead architecture across WMS, Inventory Management, Logistics, Fulfilment, and Supply Chain platforms.
• Drive integration between Warehouse, Retail, Merchandising, Finance, Logistics, and Supplier systems.
• Support large-scale warehouse modernisation and Supply Chain transformation programmes.
• Work with project teams, vendors, and technology stakeholders to ensure successful solution delivery.
• Provide technical leadership and architectural governance throughout the delivery lifecycle.

Essential Experience

• Experience delivering enterprise-scale Supply Chain and Warehouse Management solutions.
• Strong knowledge of Manhattan Active WMS or a comparable WMS platform such as Blue Yonder, SAP EWM, Oracle WMS, or Körber.
• Proven experience integrating Supply Chain platforms into existing enterprise landscapes.
• Experience supporting warehouse rollouts across multiple sites, regions, or markets.
• Strong understanding of Inventory Management, Fulfilment, Logistics, and Warehouse Operations.
• Ability to engage effectively with business stakeholders, engineering teams, and third-party partners.

Desirable

• Retail industry experience.
• Exposure to Supply Chain platforms such as Manhattan, Infor Nexus, or e2open/Transportation solutions.
• Experience supporting warehouse modernisation, logistics optimisation, or fulfilment transformation initiatives.

Interested? Apply today to lead a large-scale WMS rollout programme across multiple international markets.