Toyota Material Handling Europe is strengthening our Enterprise Architecture (EA) team with a strategic architect who will play a pivotal role in shaping the AI and Data landscape across our European operations. As a key member of our EA team, you will contribute to the full Enterprise Architecture model while focusing on direction, principles, and guardrails that support scalable, harmonized, and business-aligned development.

This is a strategic EA position where you will drive alignment, support architectural and investment decisions, and guide our AI program, Data team, Solution Architecture, and business stakeholders by providing structure, direction, and decision support. You will work in close collaboration with established AI, Data, and Security capabilities, connecting perspectives and shaping a coherent architecture rather than implementing technical solutions directly.

Key Responsibilities

Contribute to and shape enterprise-level AI and Data architecture principles, target states, and reference patterns
Drive direction for Information and Data architecture, including data domains, information structure, interoperability, and ownership models
Ensure alignment between business needs, AI initiatives, data platforms, and the overall EA model
Translate business requirements and transformation objectives into actionable architectural guidance
Support decision-making processes in relevant governance and investment forums
Collaborate with the AI program, Data team, Solution Architects, CISO, and Legal teams to support scalable, secure, and compliant solutions
Contribute to architecture governance and reviews from an AI and data perspective
Support business areas in exploring and scaling data-driven and AI-enabled capabilities
Help strengthen architectural understanding and ways of working across TMHE
Facilitate structured dialogue between technical and business stakeholders
Develop and maintain architectural documentation, standards, and best practices
Provide guidance on technology selection and platform decisions related to AI and data initiatives
Support the development of data governance frameworks and policies
Mentor and build architectural maturity within the organization

Requirements

Broad experience in Enterprise Architecture or related strategic architecture roles
Strong understanding of data-driven architecture with genuine interest in AI and emerging capabilities
Ability to see the holistic picture and understand how processes, data, applications, and platforms interact to create business value
Proven experience engaging with business stakeholders and facilitating structured dialogue
Demonstrated ability to translate business needs into architectural guidance and technical direction
Comfortable working in data-driven environments where AI increasingly influences business processes
Excellent communication skills with ability to explain complex technical concepts clearly and pragmatically
Curious, collaborative mindset with confidence to take leadership when required
Interest and ability to teach, guide, and build architectural maturity across the organization
Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
Experience with architectural frameworks and methodologies
Knowledge of data management principles, data governance, and information architecture
Understanding of AI/ML concepts and their enterprise implications
Familiarity with cloud platforms and modern technology stacks
Experience working in international, multicultural environments
Fluent in spoken and written English
Relevant education in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field

What We Offer

At Toyota Material Handling Europe, we don't just offer jobs—we offer careers with purpose. Join over 13,500 passionate colleagues who support companies across Europe with today's and tomorrow's material handling challenges. You'll have the opportunity to work with AI and data at a strategic level in a truly international organization that creates technology keeping the world moving.

We're committed to supporting your success with an attractive benefits package, including yearly bonus opportunities and flexible work arrangements that promote healthy work-life balance. With clear goals and direction from senior leadership, you'll find abundant opportunities for career growth and development within our organization.

Our culture celebrates continuous learning and development, whether you're developing new skills or leading ground-breaking projects. Collaboration is at the heart of everything we do, and we foster a supportive, open environment where every voice is heard and valued.

Work from our headquarters in Mjölby, Sweden, or Willebroek, Belgium, and be part of an extraordinary journey as we Move the world towards easy and sustainable solutions.

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About Toyota Material Handling Europe

Toyota Material Handling Europe is a leading provider of logistics and material handling solutions serving diverse businesses across Europe. The company develops and delivers advanced technology including automation, connectivity and productivity solutions to optimize customers' logistics operations for maximum efficiency. With over 13,500 employees across headquarters in Sweden and Belgium, sales companies throughout Europe, and manufacturing facilities in France, Italy and Sweden, Toyota Material Handling Europe is committed to moving the world towards sustainable and efficient material handling solutions.