Technical Architect - Consumer Goods/ Manufacturing

Salesforce Salesforce · Enterprise · Gurgaon, India, India

Salesforce is seeking a Technical Architect specializing in the Retail and Consumer Goods (RCG)/ Manufacturing sector and mastery of the Salesforce ecosystem. This role involves guiding clients through digital transformations, bridging business goals with technical execution, and leading the design and architecture of complex Salesforce solutions. The architect will act as a trusted advisor, explore cross-cloud innovations, own the project lifecycle from discovery to go-live, and provide technical governance to development teams. While strategic, the role requires hands-on capability for complex problem-solving and PoCs. Expertise in RCG domain, Salesforce architecture (Consumer Goods Cloud, Sales/Service Cloud, Experience Cloud), complex integrations, and data architecture is essential. The role also involves implementing AI/Einstein in Retail.

What you'd actually do

  1. Architectural Leadership: Lead the end-to-end design and architecture of complex, multi-cloud Salesforce solutions specifically tailored for RCG challenges (e.g., Trade Promotion Management, Consumer Goods Cloud, Omni-channel commerce).
  2. Trusted Advisory: Act as the primary technical point of contact for stakeholders. Proactively suggest best practices based on the "latest and greatest" Salesforce releases (including Data Cloud and Einstein AI).
  3. Cross-Cloud Innovation: While rooted in Salesforce, you will explore and integrate solutions across other Industry Clouds and third-party ecosystems to ensure the business receives the most efficient solution.
  4. Discovery to Go-Live: Own the technical and functional scope throughout the project lifecycle. This includes leading discovery workshops, defining requirements, and ensuring a smooth transition to Go-Live.
  5. Team Orchestration: Provide technical governance and mentorship to large, diverse teams of developers and testers, ensuring code quality and architectural integrity.

Skills

Required

  • Extensive experience navigating the Retail and Consumer Goods landscape, including deep knowledge of B2B/B2C trends and supply chain touchpoints.
  • Proven track record in Salesforce architecture, with a focus on Consumer Goods Cloud, Sales/Service Cloud, and Experience Cloud.
  • Experience leading at least 3+ large-scale, complex Salesforce implementations for global RCG brands.
  • Comfort working across the entire stack—from UI/UX considerations and Apex/LWC development to complex integrations and data architecture.
  • 8+ years in IT with at least 5+ years specifically in the Retail/Consumer/ Manufacturing Goods domain.
  • Proven track record of delivering at least 2–3 large-scale, complex engagements for global RCG brands.
  • Deep understanding of RCG-specific flows: Route-to-market, Retail Execution, Trade Promotion Management (TPM), Scheme Management and B2B/B2C Commerce.
  • Extensive experience with Apex, LWC, Integrations (REST/SOAP/Middleware), and Salesforce Shield.
  • Strong knowledge of TOGAF or similar frameworks; expertise in designing for high-volume data and complex security models.
  • Application/System Architect certifications and at least 6 domain badges.
  • Exceptional ability to manage expectations and influence decision-making among diverse stakeholder groups.
  • Willing to explore non-traditional Salesforce solutions or external integrations to find the right fit for the business.

Nice to have

  • Agentforce certification is highly preferred

What the JD emphasized

  • AI/Einstein implementation in Retail