Operations Solution Architect Senior Manager, Source to Pay

Accenture • Chicago, IL

22h • $112,900 - $338,300

About The Position

Accenture is seeking an Operations Solution Architect Senior Manager to design and implement complex, outcomes-driven solutions for clients in procurement and source to pay. The role calls for deep procurement and sourcing expertise, commercial judgment, and the ability to build trusted relationships with senior client stakeholders, including C-suite leaders. The architect serves as a subject matter advisor and translates client needs into solutions that combine Accenture’s people, processes, technology, and AI capabilities.

The position is accountable for solution development from the initial sales stage through deal closure and transition to delivery, either as a single point of contact or as part of a larger deal team. It focuses on large-scale managed services solutions across strategic sourcing, spend analysis, category and supplier relationship management, contract management, buy desk operations, purchase order creation, spot buys, tail spend management, and accounts payable. The role also applies AI and agentic tools to procurement operating models and keeps current with industry trends and emerging technologies. Travel may range from 0% to 100%, depending on business needs and client requirements.

The listed annual salary ranges vary by U.S. location: $112,900–$338,300, depending on location. Accenture offers medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability coverage, a 401(k) plan, bonus opportunities, paid holidays, and paid time off.

Requirements

• At least 8 years of experience as a Solution Architect, Business Consultant, or in a similar role within procurement, sourcing, or managed services, with hands-on knowledge across the source-to-pay continuum.
• At least 2 years of experience in Procurement As-a-Service or procurement managed services.
• At least 2 years of experience in business development, sales strategy, and/or proposal development.
• At least 2 years of experience with outsourcing, solution planning, and deal shaping.
• At least 1 year of working knowledge of leading source-to-pay and procurement platforms, including SAP Ariba, Coupa, JAGGAER, or Oracle Procurement Cloud; implementation specialization is not required, but platform familiarity must support credible discussions about integration, connectivity, and operating models.
• At least 1 year of demonstrated proficiency using AI tools such as Claude, Gemini, GPT, or Copilot in day-to-day work, and an understanding of AI and agentic applications in procurement operating models.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, with a minimum of 12 years of work experience; alternatively, an associate’s degree with a minimum of 6 years of work experience.
• U.S. applicants must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced degree such as an MBA or equivalent.
• Knowledge of supply chain functions such as planning and forecasting, order fulfillment, logistics, inventory management, and aftersales services.
• Experience with Negotiate to Close and Win Strategy Development.
• Experience with value proposition development and business case development.
• Experience with solution configuration and solution planning for outsourcing methodology.
• Experience with pricing strategy and execution.
• Experience with service transition and solution realization methodology.
• Familiarity with procurement and supply chain platforms such as SAP, Coupa, Ariba, or Oracle.
• Familiarity with automation and agentic AI trends in procurement and the operations marketplace.
• Strong analytical skills, including advanced expertise in Excel and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Architect end-to-end solutions for large-scale managed services deals across the source-to-pay continuum.
• Lead client discovery and requirements-gathering sessions, establishing confidence with senior buyers and translating business challenges into deliverable solutions.
• Coordinate Accenture talent, processes, technology platforms, AI, and agentic tools to create commercially viable and operationally sound solutions aligned with client outcomes.
• Manage industry group and vertical relationships, senior client buyer interactions, and functional owner engagements for the designated solution.
• Obtain solution sign-off with input from industry groups and verticals regarding client objectives, industry context, risks, budget, and preferences.
• Manage the sales team and subject matter experts involved in the sales process, and coordinate with the delivery organization.
• Coordinate with legal, commercial, and regulatory teams to ensure solutions meet standards and contractual requirements.
• Collaborate on terms and conditions and, in some cases, take accountability for specific contractual terms.
• Develop cost model estimates with delivery organizations and pricing and commercial teams.
• Align final solution architecture, statements of work, schedules, and other contractual documents with final terms and conditions.
• Identify leadership contacts for service transition and operations, and ensure closed deals are handed over through an appropriate solution plan.
• Apply AI and agentic tools to identify opportunities for intelligent automation, AI-assisted sourcing, and autonomous process agents in client solutions.
• Stay current on procurement managed services trends, emerging technologies, and best practices, and bring market perspectives to client engagements.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability coverage
• 401(k) plan
• Bonus opportunities
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior