Technical Architect, Retail Planning

Location: Shanghai, Shanghai, China

Department: Professional Services Planning

About Centric Software:

Centric Software® is a global leader, providing an innovative and AI-enabled product-concept-to-commercialization platform for retailers, brands and manufacturers of all sizes. We equip retail, fashion, luxury, footwear, outdoor, home and consumer goods brands with pioneering best-of-breed solutions to plan, design, develop, source, comply, buy, make, price, allocate, sell and replenish products. Our technology powers brands to streamline processes, drive efficiency and operate with confidence in an ever-changing market.

Our story is one of rapid growth, bold ideas and extraordinary opportunities. We’re here to challenge the status quo—and we’re looking for brilliant people who want to do the same. No matter where you are in the world, this is your chance to be part of something exceptional.

About Centric Software:

Centric Software® is a global leader, providing an innovative and AI-enabled product-concept-to-commercialization platform for retailers, brands and manufacturers of all sizes. We equip retail, fashion, luxury, footwear, outdoor, home and consumer goods brands with pioneering best-of-breed solutions to plan, design, develop, source, comply, buy, make, price, allocate, sell and replenish products. Our technology powers brands to streamline processes, drive efficiency and operate with confidence in an ever-changing market.

Our story is one of rapid growth, bold ideas and extraordinary opportunities. We’re here to challenge the status quo—and we’re looking for brilliant people who want to do the same. No matter where you are in the world, this is your chance to be part of something exceptional.

Responsibilities:

• Provide technical direction and drive positive outcomes on complex solutions.
• Develop and document clear technical models to meet client needs.
• Identify, delegate, and perform project-related tasks, including software installation, configuration, deployment training, and support.
• Draft documents (blueprints) defining the integration between planning and third-party systems.
• Ensure or participate in the integration between planning and other internal modules and third-party systems.
• Oversee and mentor consultants during solution delivery.
• Assist in sizing and implementing simple or complex architectures.
• Bridge R&D and customer services for architecture-related issues, third-party integrations, and advanced configuration.
• Promote best practices for configuring planning tools.
• Suggest functionalities for future solutions, methodologies, and standard customizations.
• Follow software quality engineering procedures.
• Achieve customer goals and ensure customer satisfaction.

Skills:

• Degree in Engineering or Computer Science.
• Excellent technical, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of database queries (MS SQL Server).
• Understanding of retail business processes and industry issues at strategic and operational levels.
• Experience with planning tools and business implementations.
• Strong autonomy, seniority, and a passion for innovative technologies and challenges.
• Ability to contribute to a growing company and showcase your talent.
• Fluent in English. 

Preferred Skills:

• Advanced knowledge of database queries (MS SQL Server).
• Experience in Azure architecture, deployment, and optimization.
• Knowledge of major ERP software modules.
• Proficiency in Power BI (dataset modeling and dashboard design).

Centric Software provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, color, age, religion, protected veteran or disability status or genetic information.