Senior Direct Procurement - Solutions Architect (Hybrid: Detroit, MI)

Senior Direct Procurement - Solutions Architect (Hybrid: Detroit, MI)

At Capgemini Engineering, the world leader in engineering services, we bring together a global team of engineers, scientists, and architects to help the world's most?innovative companies unleash their potential. From autonomous cars to life-saving robots, our digital and software technology experts think outside the box as they?provide unique R&D and engineering services across all industries. Join us for a career full of opportunities. Where you can make a difference. Where no two days are?the same.

This is a hybrid role located in Detroit, Michigan

About the role you're considering

You will be working within Capgemini's Intelligent Supply Chain practice, focusing on Direct Procurement and Strategic Sourcing transformation for manufacturing clients. You will design and deliver end-to-end procurement solutions, aligning sourcing, supplier collaboration, and cost optimization with engineering and supply chain objectives, while supporting proposal development and client engagements.

Your role

• Align client direct procurement strategies to drive growth, focusing on sourcing, supplier collaboration, cost engineering, and digitalization

• Deliver procurement transformation programs, integrating procurement with engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain

• Develop business cases and ROI models (cost savings, working capital, supplier performance)

• Define Target Operating Models including processes, governance, and system integration (PLM-ERP-Procurement)

• Lead strategic sourcing, category management, and supplier segmentation initiatives

• Drive cost optimization through should-cost, VAVE, and design-to-cost approaches

• Design digital procurement solutions leveraging SAP, Ariba, Coupa, and analytics platforms

• Enable AI/analytics-driven procurement capabilities (spend analytics, supplier risk, performance

Your skills and experience

• Bachelor's Degree or higher in Engineering, Supply Chain, or related field

• 10+ years in Direct Procurement / Strategic Sourcing (consulting or industry)

• Strong expertise in:

• Strategic sourcing & category management

• Supplier management & negotiations

• Cost modeling and procurement KPIs

• Knowledge of manufacturing, BOM structures, and engineering-procurement integration

The base compensation range for this role in the posted location is: $82,082.00 - $193,440.00

Capgemini provides compensation range information in accordance with applicable national, state, provincial, and local pay transparency laws. The base compensation range listed for this position reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation Capgemini, in good faith, believes it may pay for the role at the time of this posting. This range may be subject to change as permitted by law.

The actual compensation offered to any candidate may fall outside of the posted range and will be determined based on multiple factors legally permitted in the applicable jurisdiction.

These may include, but are not limited to: Geographic location, Education and qualifications, Certifications and licenses, Relevant experience and skills, Seniority and performance, Market and business consideration, Internal pay equity.

It is not typical for candidates to be hired at or near the top of the posted compensation range.

In addition to base salary, this role may be eligible for additional compensation such as variable incentives, bonuses, or commissions, depending on the position and applicable laws.

Capgemini offers a comprehensive, non-negotiable benefits package to all regular, full-time employees. In the U.S. and Canada, available benefits are determined by local policy and eligibility and may include:

• Paid time off based on employee grade (A-F), defined by policy: Vacation: 12-25 days, depending on grade, Company paid holidays, Personal Days, Sick Leave

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage (or provincial healthcare coordination in Canada)

• Retirement savings plans (e.g., 401(k) in the U.S., RRSP in Canada)

• Life and disability insurance

• Employee assistance programs

• Other benefits as provided by local policy and eligibility

Important Notice: Compensation (including bonuses, commissions, or other forms of incentive pay) is not considered earned, vested, or payable until it becomes due under the terms of applicable plans or agreements and is subject to Capgemini's discretion, consistent with applicable laws. The Company reserves the right to amend or withdraw compensation programs at any time, within the limits of applicable legislation.

Disclaimers

Capgemini is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging inclusion in the workplace. Capgemini also participates in the Partnership Accreditation in Indigenous Relations (PAIR) program which supports meaningful engagement with Indigenous communities across Canada by promoting fairness, accessibility, inclusion and respect. We value the rich cultural heritage and contributions of Indigenous Peoples and actively work to create a welcoming and respectful environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender identity/expression, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, veteran status, marital status or any other characteristic protected by law.

This is a general description of the Duties, Responsibilities and Qualifications required for this position. Physical, mental, sensory or environmental demands may be referenced in an attempt to communicate the manner in which this position traditionally is performed. Whenever necessary to provide individuals with disabilities an equal employment opportunity, Capgemini will consider reasonable accommodations that might involve varying job requirements and/or changing the way this job is performed, provided that such accommodation does not pose an undue hardship. Capgemini is committed to providing reasonable accommodation during our recruitment process. If you need assistance or accommodation, please reach out to your recruiting contact.

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Capgemini is a global business and technology transformation partner, helping organizations to accelerate their dual transition to a digital and sustainable world, while creating tangible impact for enterprises and society. It is a responsible and diverse group of 340,000 team members in more than 50 countries. With its strong over 55-year heritage, Capgemini is trusted by its clients to unlock the value of technology to address the entire breadth of their business needs. It delivers end-to-end services and solutions leveraging strengths from strategy and design to engineering, all fueled by its market leading capabilities in AI, generative AI, cloud and data, combined with its deep industry expertise and partner ecosystem.

Ref. code: 497243

Posted on: Jun 19, 2026

Experience Level: Experienced Professionals

Contract Type: Permanent

Location:

Southfield, MI, US

Brand: Capgemini Engineering

Professional Community: Manufacturing & Operations Engineering

Capgemini is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender identity/expression, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, veteran status, marital status or any other characteristic protected by law.