Zycus is looking for an experienced Solution Architect with deep expertise in Source-to-Pay (S2P), Procure-to-Pay (P2P), Procurement Transformation, and CLM. This role requires the ability to design, architect, and oversee end-to-end procurement solution implementations, ensuring scalability, integration, and alignment with business objectives. The Solution Architect will act as a strategic advisor to clients, providing thought leadership, best practices, and governance while guiding implementation teams through successful project delivery.
Role & ResponsibilitiesSolution Architecture & Design Own the solution design for large and complex procurement transformation programs. Define end-to-end Source-to-Pay architecture, covering upstream (sourcing, contracts, supplier management) and downstream (requisitions, invoicing, payments) processes. Develop architecture blueprints, integration strategy, and data models across Cloud Procurement Suites and ERP/financial systems. Evaluate client requirements, conduct fit-gap analysis, and recommend scalable configuration/solution approaches. Ensure alignment of the technical solution with customer business processes and long-term strategy.Configuration Oversight & Governance Provide guidance and oversight to implementation teams during configuration, testing, and deployment. Define configuration standards, design guidelines, and governance frameworks for consistent delivery. Review solution designs, system setups, and workflows to ensure alignment with best practices. Partner with product management and engineering teams to provide architectural inputs for product enhancements.Client Engagement & Advisory Act as a trusted advisor to C-level stakeholders, procurement leaders, and IT teams. Translate complex procurement requirements into strategic solution roadmaps. Lead workshops and design sessions with clients to define business goals, KPIs, and transformation objectives. Support pre-sales activities including solution demos, RFP responses, and proposal defense.Implementation Leadership Collaborate with Program/Project Managers to ensure successful and on-time delivery of projects. Mitigate risks by proactively identifying architectural issues and proposing alternative approaches. Ensure seamless integration of procurement solutions with ERP, HR, Finance, and third-party systems. Provide thought leadership on emerging procurement technologies and industry best practices.