Job Description

Solution Architect – Infor M3 Cloud (Manufacturing & Logistics)

Amsterdam, Netherlands

Contract: 6 Months (Start ASAP)

Experience: 8–10 Years

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced Solution Architect with strong expertise in Infor M3 Cloud to lead architecture, integration, and delivery for enterprise-scale implementations.

This role requires a balance of technical leadership, functional understanding, and cloud architecture expertise, particularly within manufacturing and logistics domains

Key Responsibilities

Cloud Architecture & Solution Design

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  Architect and deliver Infor M3 CloudSuite solutions, including tenant landscape design (DEV / TEST / PROD)
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  Define and govern technical architecture, standards, and best practices
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  Ensure alignment with cloud-first and configuration-first principles (minimizing core customization)

Integration & Technology

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  Design and manage integrations using:
  • Infor ION (integration flows)
  • API Gateway
  • M3 APIs / MI (REST/SOAP)
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  Lead integration strategy for inbound and outbound interfaces
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  Ensure robust event-driven and middleware integration patterns

Infor OS & Extensions

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  Work with Infor OS components including ION, security (SSO), and API management
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  Guide development using Infor Xtend and approved extension frameworks
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  Promote scalable and maintainable extension strategies

Data Migration & Cutover

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  Lead data migration strategy including mapping, cleansing, reconciliation, and cutover planning
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  Ensure data integrity and readiness for go-live

Non-Functional Architecture

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  Define architecture for:
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    Performance and scalability
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    Monitoring and logging
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    Resiliency and availability
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    Batch scheduling and support models

Security & Compliance

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  Own cloud security architecture, including:
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    Roles and authorizations
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    Segregation of duties
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    Data privacy and auditability

Testing & Delivery

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  Drive technical testing strategy (SIT, E2E, UAT support)
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  Manage release and change processes
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  Support go-live and hypercare readiness

Stakeholder & Delivery Leadership

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  Lead technical workshops and solution discussions
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  Provide effort estimation, risk management, and delivery planning
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  Maintain strong communication with business and technical stakeholders

Required Skills & Experience

Core Expertise

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  8–10 years of experience in ERP solution architecture
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  Proven experience in Infor M3 Cloud implementations and/or upgrades
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  Strong expertise in Infor M3 manufacturing and logistics modules
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  Experience delivering 2–3 full-cycle ERP implementations (Manufacturing-focused)

Technical Skills

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  Hands-on experience with:
  • Infor ION
  • API Gateway & M3 APIs (MI REST/SOAP)
  • Infor OS platform
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  Strong understanding of:
  • Cloud architecture and integration patterns
  • Data migration strategies
  • Monitoring, logging, and observability tools

Nice to Have

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  Functional knowledge across:
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    Procurement, Manufacturing, Sales, Distribution, Logistics, Finance
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  Experience with:
  • Infor M3 H5 UI / personalization
  • Infor Birst / Data Lake / analytics tools
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  Understanding of ITIL processes (incident, problem, change management)
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  Experience setting up runbooks and support models

What We're Looking For

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  Strong leadership and solution design capabilities
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  Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
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  Ability to translate business requirements into scalable technical solutions
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  Experience leading teams in complex cloud transformation programs

Additional Information

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  Start Date: ASAP
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  Duration: 6 months (extension possible)
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  Location: Amsterdam, Netherlands (Hybrid/On-site)