OP · 2 days ago
eCommerce Architect (Apparel Industry)
Beverly Hills, CA
Contract
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expOP is a technology consulting and solutions company, and they are seeking a seasoned Enterprise Architect to lead the technology design and implementation for their China retail market expansion. This role is crucial for shaping the architectural foundation of their omnichannel ecosystem, ensuring compliance and scalability across both physical and digital platforms.
EnterpriseInformation ServicesInformation Technology
Responsibilities
Define and deliver the end-to-end enterprise architecture blueprint for China’s retail and digital commerce operations
Design a localized yet globally aligned technology ecosystem spanning retail stores, e-commerce, logistics, CRM, ERP, and data platforms
Develop an architectural roadmap that supports future scalability, omnichannel experiences, and integration with global systems
Architect and deploy store technology solutions, including POS, inventory management, order orchestration, payment systems, and customer engagement tools, which are approved for China
Ensure seamless integration between retail store operations and digital commerce, enabling unified inventory visibility and customer journeys
Evaluate and select China-compliant technologies and cloud platforms (e.g., Alibaba Cloud, Tencent Cloud, Huawei Cloud)
Lead the design and localization of web and mobile commerce platforms for the China market
Enable integrations with leading Chinese social commerce and marketplace platforms (WeChat, Douyin, Tmall, JD.com, Xiaohongshu)
Partner with marketing and product teams to incorporate AI/ML-driven personalization, local payment ecosystems (Alipay, WeChat Pay), and native customer experience features
Ensure all architectures comply with China’s cybersecurity, privacy, and cross-border data sharing laws
Define secure and compliant approaches for data residency, cloud deployment, and system interoperability
Serve as the technology governance leader for all China initiatives, advising executive and legal stakeholders on compliance implications
Partner closely with Global IT, Digital, Data, and Supply Chain teams to align strategy, data flow, and infrastructure design
Manage vendors, system integrators, and technology partners in the region to ensure high-quality delivery and alignment to global standards
Communicate architectural decisions and trade-offs to executive stakeholders with clarity and business context
Qualification
Required
10+ years in enterprise architecture and technology strategy, with 5+ years in e-commerce and retail systems
Proven experience establishing retail and e-commerce ecosystems in China, ideally within apparel or lifestyle retail
In-depth knowledge of China's data privacy, cybersecurity, and technology regulations, including data localization and ICP requirements
Strong understanding of ERP, PLM, POS, CRM, and supply chain systems, and how they enable end-to-end retail operations
Experience with China-native cloud environments (Alibaba Cloud, Tencent Cloud, Huawei Cloud)
Proficiency in Mandarin (preferred); fluency in English required
Exceptional stakeholder management, vendor leadership, and executive communication skills
Preferred
Experience integrating global retail systems with China-local tech stacks
Deep familiarity with social commerce, digital payments, and consumer engagement platforms in China
Exposure to AI/ML personalization, data analytics, and digital experience optimization for e-commerce
Prior experience supporting retail market entry or expansion initiatives for global apparel brands
Benefits
401(k)
Dental Insurance
Health insurance
Vision insurance
Company
OP
OP is one of the fastest-growing technology consulting and solutions companies in the U.S.
201-500 employees
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