SAP Sales Capture Senior Manager - Comms, Media, and Tech

The Senior SAP Sales Professional is a seasoned, outcomes-driven sales leader responsible for owning and winning competitive SAP opportunities from Phase 0 through contract execution. This individual serves as the primary commercial and solutioning anchor across the full Accenture organization — bridging Sales, Delivery, Technology, Industry, and Alliance teams — while cultivating a high-impact external SAP ecosystem. The role demands equal parts strategic vision, executive influence, and competitive tenacity to craft differentiated solutions that exceed client business case expectations.Key ResponsibilitiesSales Leadership & Deal OriginationOwn the full sales lifecycle from opportunity identification and Phase 0 shaping through commercial negotiation and contract signature in competitive environmentsLead client discovery and executive alignment sessions to define the business case, articulate ROI, and position Accenture's SAP capabilities ahead of the competitionDrive qualification, win strategy development, and competitive positioning at each stage of the pursuit lifecycleInfluence client stakeholders at C-suite, VP, and program sponsor levels to shape requirements and evaluation criteria in Accenture's favorSolution Differentiation & SolutioningPartner with Accenture's SAP practice, industry leads, technology architects, and delivery teams to co-create differentiated, client-specific SAP solutionsTranslate complex business challenges into compelling SAP-enabled transformation narratives tied to measurable outcomesEnsure the proposed solution and commercial construct exceed the client's stated business case and strategic objectivesCross-Organizational CollaborationMobilize and orchestrate resources across the full Accenture organization — including MU/Geographic sales, GCP/GTP delivery, Finance, Legal, and Alliances — to assemble the most competitive pursuit teamAct as the connective tissue between sales, presales, and delivery functions to maintain deal momentum and solution integrity throughout the pursuitEcosystem & Alliance ManagementCultivate and leverage relationships with SAP and key ecosystem partners (hyperscalers, AI Partners, and system integrators) to strengthen deal positioning and access co-sell resourcesEngage SAP account executives and regional leaders to align on pipeline, co-investment strategies, and joint go-to-market playsDrive partner-sourced leads and joint proposal collaboration to enhance win probabilityClient Value & Outcome DeliveryAnchor every pursuit in measurable client outcomes — operational efficiency, revenue growth, risk reduction — rather than product or technology featuresChampion a value-selling methodology throughout the organization and embed business case rigor into every proposal stageTravel may be required for this role. The amount of travel will vary from 25% to 100% depending on business need and client requirements. RequiredMinimum 8 years of enterprise technology sales experience.Minimum 3+ years experience closing large, complex SAP deals (S/4HANA, RISE with SAP, BTP, SuccessFactors, Ariba, and industry cloud solutions)Minimum 3+ years experience carrying individual quota, preferably of $20M+Minimum 3+ years experience working with C-suite and senior stakeholders across client and partner organizationsMinimum 3+ years experience of cross-functional collaboration in a matrixed, global organizationMinimum 3+ years experience of P&L awareness, deal structuring, and contract negotiationIndustry experience required in Comms, Media, and TechBachelor's degree or equivalent (minimum 12 years) work experience. (If Associate’s Degree, must have minimum 6 years work experience) PreferredExperience within a Tier 1 systems integrator or consulting firmFamiliarity with pursuit methodologies, deal governance, and commercial frameworksEstablished relationships within the SAP ecosystem (SAP AEs, hyperscaler alliance teams, and AI partners)Industry vertical expertise aligned to Accenture's Product (Life Science, Retail, Manufacturing, Consumer Goods and Industrial), Resources, or Comms and Media industriesIn addition to base pay, this Sales role is eligible for additional incentive compensation under the Sales Achievement Bonus Plan which is based on achievement toward individual sales targets, subject to Plan termsCompensation 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. As required by local law, Accenture provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired as set forth below.We anticipate this job posting will be posted until 10/19/2026.Accenture offers a market competitive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability coverage, a 401(k) plan, bonus opportunities, paid holidays, and paid time off. 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