Enterprise Architect Manager, Consumer Goods & Services Industry

Job DescriptionTechnology Advisory | Enterprise Architecture ManagerWe Are:We are Technology Strategy and Advisory. Our vision is to become the world's leading advisors in harnessing technology and innovation as a force to reinvent and improve every business. Our mission is to help client business executives disrupt their industry and utilize technology to capture market share.The Enterprise Architecture practice serves as trusted advisors to business and technology leaders defining and implementing technology architectures that drive business value, manage complexity, and accelerate harmonization of the IT estate. We help our clients articulate a compelling business-driven vision and target state for Enterprise Architecture and develop roadmaps that guide successful implementation and achievement of strategic goals. As Enterprise Architects we apply industry-leading architecture principles and practices across technology, information and analytics, security, cloud, and platform architectures to influence our client's technology agenda and shape the role of Enterprise Architecture in enabling business strategy.Our experts are aligned to specific industry sectors, bringing specialized knowledge to address the unique challenges and opportunities within each sector. People aligned to the Products industry focus on working with clients in Consumer Goods & Services, Retail, Travel, Industrial/Automotive, or Life Sciences. This position is aligned specifically with Consumer Goods & Services.You Are:A consulting ace with a passion for leveraging new and leading enterprise architectures to power business and technology transformation. You are results-oriented, self-directed and enjoy shaping, selling, and delivering strategic Enterprise Architecture client opportunities. You continually build your knowledge of emerging technology and architecture trends and apply those to develop innovative approaches to deliver value for our clients. You have a flair for breaking down issues into logical parts and constructing analyses that lead to actionable recommendations. You've got top notch communication and people skills and are a natural at building relationships and collaborative problem solving. As a Manager you appreciate diverse perspectives and bring out the best in teams. You have a strong aspiration to deepen your enterprise architecture expertise and play a leadership role in the Enterprise Architecture practice and broader Enterprise Architecture Community.In Enterprise Architecture you will:* Cultivate Accenture's role as a trusted advisor to business and technology leaders defining and implementing enterprise architectures that drive business value, manage complexity, and accelerate harmonization of the IT estate* Lead the design and / or implementation of enterprise architecture strategies, operating models, and roadmaps* Evaluate the technology portfolio and identify opportunities to reuse, replace, or modernize architectural components to drive strategic value* Assess the impact of the client's business strategy on the architecture landscape, including organization, information, infrastructure, and applications* Identify and define leading enterprise architecture capabilities, roles, processes, and skills* Lead the creation of architecture blueprints and roadmaps for complex and large technology environments.* Develop deep understanding of industry dynamics and the impact of technology trends to identify and formulate recommended changes to existing enterprise architectures* Lead large scale technology transformation to deliver business value through the evolution and management of enterprise architectures* Navigate through the Accenture global network and leverage relevant expertise to develop enterprise architecture insights* Develop deep expertise and experience in Enterprise Architecture assets, frameworks, patterns, and governanceAs a Manager you will:* Lead a major workstream, driving overall team deliverables while supervising and mentoring team members* Drive development of thought leadership, assets, and offerings that present innovative insights, guidance, and recommendations on market-relevant Enterprise Architecture topics* Build strong relationships with senior clients that go beyond the workplace, including beginning to develop C-suite relationships; drive a spirit of collaboration and teaming with client while serving as a true trusted advisor* Support the shaping, selling, and delivering of strategic enterprise architecture opportunities* Engage with strategic partner ecosystem providers* Develop self and mentor peers and junior team members* Travel as needed, up to 80%QualificationHere's What You Need:* Minimum 4 years of experience defining and implementing complex enterprise architectures* Minimum 4 years of experience creating roadmaps and developing business cases* Minimum 2 years of technology/architecture consulting experience at a consulting firm* Minimum 2 years of experience leading teams, facilitating client workshops, and developing architecture recommendations* Broad experience and knowledge of common architecture challenges and approaches for addressing them* Bachelor's DegreeKey Skills:* Business Architecture* Data and Information Architecture and Governance* Enterprise Architecture Operating Model* Enterprise Architecture Strategy and Planning* Enterprise IT Governance* Infrastructure and Cloud Architecture* Integration Architecture* Security Architecture* Solution and Application Architecture* Technology and PlatformsBonus Points if:* You have an MBA or equivalent graduate degree* You have deep functional or industry experience in specific Enterprise Architecture components* You have Enterprise Architecture industry certifications (e.g., TOGAF, AWS, GCP, Azure)* You have experience in design and implementation of emerging technologiesCompensation at Accenture varies depending on a wide array of factors, which may include but are not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by local law, Accenture provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired as set forth below.We anticipate this job posting will be posted on 02/13/2026 and open for at least 3 days.Accenture offers a market competitive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability coverage, a 401(k) plan, bonus opportunities, paid holidays, and paid time off. See more information on our benefits here:U.S. Employee Benefits | AccentureRole Location Annual Salary RangeCalifornia $87,400 to $253,000Cleveland $87,400 to $253,000Colorado $87,400 to $253,000District of Columbia $87,400 to $253,000Illinois $87,400 to $253,000Maryland $87,400 to $253,000Massachusetts $87,400 to $253,000Minnesota $87,400 to $253,000New York $87,400 to $253,000New Jersey $87,400 to $253,000Washington $87,400 to $253,000Locations