[Hiring] Operations Solution Architect Senior Manager @Accenture

Role Description

Accenture is seeking an Operations Solution Architect Senior Manager, Source to Pay to play a pivotal role in designing and implementing complex, outcomes-driven solutions for our clients. You are a seasoned procurement and sourcing professional who combines deep functional expertise with sharp commercial instincts and the ability to build trusted relationships at the senior client level.

• Architect end-to-end solutions for large-scale managed services deals, focusing on:
  • Strategic sourcing
  • Spend analysis
  • Category management
  • Supplier relationship management
  • Contract management
  • Buy desk operations
  • Purchase order creation
  • Spot buys
  • Tail spend management
  • Accounts payable
• Lead client discovery and requirements-gathering sessions, building confidence with senior buyers by demonstrating deep domain knowledge and an ability to connect their business challenges to concrete, deliverable solutions.
• Orchestrate Accenture's full range of assets, including talent, processes, technology platforms, and AI and agentic tools, to design solutions that are commercially viable, operationally sound, and aligned to the client's desired business outcomes.
• Manage all industry group and vertical relationships, senior client buyer interactions, and functional owner engagements for the designated solution.
• Drive the necessary sign-off of the solution with proper input from industry groups and verticals on client business objectives, industry context, risk assessment, budget, and preferences.
• Manage the sales team and Subject Matter Experts required during the sales process, and coordinate communication and collaboration with the delivery organization.
• Direct and coordinate with legal, commercial and regulatory teams to ensure all solution components adhere to standards and contractual requirements.
• Collaborate with industry groups and verticals to provide input to Terms and Conditions, and in some cases be accountable for specific contractual terms.
• Develop cost model estimates working with delivery organizations and the pricing and commercial team to deliver the defined scope of services.
• Align the final solution architecture, including statement of work, schedules, and other contractual documents, with final terms and conditions.
• Identify leadership contacts for service transition and operations, and ensure appropriate solution plan handover for closed deals.
• Apply knowledge of AI and agentic tools to identify where intelligent automation, AI-assisted sourcing, and autonomous process agents can be embedded within client solutions to drive efficiency and outcomes.
• Stay current on industry trends, emerging technologies, and evolving best practices in procurement managed services, bringing market-leading perspectives to every client engagement.
• Travel may be required for this role. The amount of travel will vary from 0 to 100% depending on business need and client requirements.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years of experience as a Solution Architect, Business Consultant, or similar role within procurement, sourcing, or managed services, with hands-on knowledge across the source-to-pay continuum.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in Procurement As-a-Service or procurement managed services.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in business development, sales strategy, and/or proposal development roles.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience with outsourcing, solution planning, and deal shaping.
• Minimum of 1 year and working knowledge of leading source-to-pay and procurement technology platforms, including but not limited to SAP Ariba, Coupa, JAGGAER, and Oracle Procurement Cloud.
• Minimum of 1 year and demonstrated proficiency in working with AI tools such as Claude, Gemini, GPT, or Copilot as part of day-to-day work.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent (minimum 12 years) work experience. (If Associate’s Degree, must have minimum 6 years work experience).

Requirements

• Advanced degree such as an MBA or equivalent.
• Knowledge of supply chain functions including planning and forecasting, order fulfillment, logistics, inventory management, and aftersales services, as a complement to procurement expertise.
• Experience with Negotiate to Close and Win Strategy Development.
• Value Proposition Development and Business Case Development.
• Solution Configuration and Solution Planning for Outsourcing Methodology.
• Pricing Strategy and Execution.
• Service Transition and Solution Realization methodology.
• Familiarity with leading procurement and supply chain technology platforms such as SAP, Coupa, Ariba, or Oracle.
• Understanding of automation and agentic AI trends in the procurement and operations marketplace.
• Strong analytical skills with advanced expertise in Excel and PowerPoint.

Benefits

• Market competitive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability coverage.
• 401(k) plan.
• Bonus opportunities.
• Paid holidays and paid time off.