Accenture
Procurement Operations Solution Architect Senior Manager - Supply Chain
Accenture, Columbia, Illinois, United States, 62236
Procurement Operations Solution Architect Senior Manager - Supply Chain
Solution Architecture Senior Manager | Senior Level | Full timeUniquely able to deliver tangible outcomes because of our broad range of services, solutions, and assets across Strategy & Consulting, Technology, Operations, Industry X, and Accenture Song. These capabilities, together with our culture of shared success and commitment to creating 360° value, enable us to help our clients succeed and build trusted, lasting relationships. You will collaborate closely with our strategic partners and internal teams to deliver customized BPO solutions that meet the unique needs of our clients. This position is a critical client-facing role that interprets and delivers on client requirements.We Are:The Work:Architect end-to-end solutions for large-scale supply chain BPO deals, with a focus on planning, forecasting, order management, inventory optimization, and other key supply chain areas. Knowledge of strategic sourcing, category management, tail spend management, and contracting is a plus.Manage all Operating Group, senior client buyer, and functional owner relationships for the designated solution.Drive the necessary sign-off of the solution with proper input from the Operating Groups on client business objectives, industry, risk assessment, budget, and preferences.Manage the sales team, Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) required during the sales process, and the communication/collaboration with the delivery organization(s).Direct and coordinate with Legal & Commercial and Corporate Transaction Services (CTS) in areas specific to the solution to ensure use of standards.Collaborate with the Operating Groups to provide input to Terms and Conditions and, in some cases, be accountable for specific contractual terms and conditions.Identify leadership contacts for service transition and operations and ensure appropriate solution plan transition for closed deals.Interface with the delivery organizations to ensure effective transition, shape services, collaborate on clear solution assumptions, determine appropriate service delivery locations and related cost to deliver.Orchestrate the action points coming out of the opportunity Quality Assurance process.Understand and translate buyer requirements into a standard solution offering deal approach, solution plan, proposal, and cost estimate leveraging standard process methods, deliverables, and the right collection of offerings.Prepare the BD spend estimate, schedule, work plan, resource/sourcing plan.Understand and clearly define the input required to create cost estimates; preparing the cost model estimates working with delivery organization(s), Solution Management (if applicable), and CTS to deliver the defined scope of services.Collaborate as a key member of the sales team to represent the solution offering to the client buyer and other internal Accenture groups.Align final solution architecture (including statement of work, schedules, and other contractual documents) with final terms and conditions.Stay updated with industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies relevant to supply chain management and BPO, particularly in planning, forecasting, order management, and inventory optimization.Here’s What You Need:Minimum of 8 years’ experience as a Solution Architect, Technical Consultant, or similar role within the supply chain, procurement, or BPO domain, with hands-on experience in planning, forecasting, order management, and inventory optimization.Minimum of 2 years' experience in Supply Chain and/or Procurement As-A-Service.Minimum of 2 years' experience in business development, sales strategy, and/or proposal development roles.Minimum of 2 years' experience with Outsourcing, Solution Planning/Deal Shaping.Bonus Points:Advanced degree.Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate complex business requirements into technical solutions.Advanced expertise in Excel and PowerPoint.Experience with Negotiate to Close.Value Proposition Development.Solution Configuration, with understanding of trends in shared services and outsourcing methodology.Business Case Development.Exposure to Service Transition methodology.Knowledge of industry-leading technologies and tools.Knowledge of automation and AI trends in the marketplace.Travel Requirements:This position may require travel of up to 50% to customer locations.Compensation:Compensation at Accenture varies depending on a wide array of factors, which may include but are not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience.Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:We believe that no one should be discriminated against because of their differences. All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law.
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Solution Architecture Senior Manager | Senior Level | Full timeUniquely able to deliver tangible outcomes because of our broad range of services, solutions, and assets across Strategy & Consulting, Technology, Operations, Industry X, and Accenture Song. These capabilities, together with our culture of shared success and commitment to creating 360° value, enable us to help our clients succeed and build trusted, lasting relationships. You will collaborate closely with our strategic partners and internal teams to deliver customized BPO solutions that meet the unique needs of our clients. This position is a critical client-facing role that interprets and delivers on client requirements.We Are:The Work:Architect end-to-end solutions for large-scale supply chain BPO deals, with a focus on planning, forecasting, order management, inventory optimization, and other key supply chain areas. Knowledge of strategic sourcing, category management, tail spend management, and contracting is a plus.Manage all Operating Group, senior client buyer, and functional owner relationships for the designated solution.Drive the necessary sign-off of the solution with proper input from the Operating Groups on client business objectives, industry, risk assessment, budget, and preferences.Manage the sales team, Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) required during the sales process, and the communication/collaboration with the delivery organization(s).Direct and coordinate with Legal & Commercial and Corporate Transaction Services (CTS) in areas specific to the solution to ensure use of standards.Collaborate with the Operating Groups to provide input to Terms and Conditions and, in some cases, be accountable for specific contractual terms and conditions.Identify leadership contacts for service transition and operations and ensure appropriate solution plan transition for closed deals.Interface with the delivery organizations to ensure effective transition, shape services, collaborate on clear solution assumptions, determine appropriate service delivery locations and related cost to deliver.Orchestrate the action points coming out of the opportunity Quality Assurance process.Understand and translate buyer requirements into a standard solution offering deal approach, solution plan, proposal, and cost estimate leveraging standard process methods, deliverables, and the right collection of offerings.Prepare the BD spend estimate, schedule, work plan, resource/sourcing plan.Understand and clearly define the input required to create cost estimates; preparing the cost model estimates working with delivery organization(s), Solution Management (if applicable), and CTS to deliver the defined scope of services.Collaborate as a key member of the sales team to represent the solution offering to the client buyer and other internal Accenture groups.Align final solution architecture (including statement of work, schedules, and other contractual documents) with final terms and conditions.Stay updated with industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies relevant to supply chain management and BPO, particularly in planning, forecasting, order management, and inventory optimization.Here’s What You Need:Minimum of 8 years’ experience as a Solution Architect, Technical Consultant, or similar role within the supply chain, procurement, or BPO domain, with hands-on experience in planning, forecasting, order management, and inventory optimization.Minimum of 2 years' experience in Supply Chain and/or Procurement As-A-Service.Minimum of 2 years' experience in business development, sales strategy, and/or proposal development roles.Minimum of 2 years' experience with Outsourcing, Solution Planning/Deal Shaping.Bonus Points:Advanced degree.Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate complex business requirements into technical solutions.Advanced expertise in Excel and PowerPoint.Experience with Negotiate to Close.Value Proposition Development.Solution Configuration, with understanding of trends in shared services and outsourcing methodology.Business Case Development.Exposure to Service Transition methodology.Knowledge of industry-leading technologies and tools.Knowledge of automation and AI trends in the marketplace.Travel Requirements:This position may require travel of up to 50% to customer locations.Compensation:Compensation at Accenture varies depending on a wide array of factors, which may include but are not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience.Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:We believe that no one should be discriminated against because of their differences. All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law.
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