Pros CPQ Architect

Job Description

Job Description Job Title - CPQ Architect Management Level : 07 - Manager Location: Kochi Must have skills: PROS Pricing Solution Suite Good to have skills: Job Summary: While no two days will be the same, here are some of your key responsibilities: Lead CPQ and Pricing transformation initiatives, designing scalable and flexible PROS-based solutions. Develop pricing strategies that enhance sales performance and operational efficiency. Oversee the end-to-end implementation of PROS CPQ solutions, ensuring alignment with business objectives. Roles & Responsibilities: Manage Large-scale CPQ Implementations : Lead and manage large-scale Configure, Price, Quote (CPQ) implementations by providing hands-on technical and functional guidance throughout the process. Integration Management : Resolve integration challenges between CPQ solutions and various backend enterprise systems to ensure smooth data flow and system interactions. Application Performance & Optimization : Ensure the performance, scalability, and optimization of CPQ applications to meet business needs and maximize efficiency. Trusted Advisor : Act as a trusted advisor, guiding clients through best practices and supporting their digital transformation journeys in pricing and CPQ. Client Relationship Building : Establish long-term relationships with clients, ensuring continued satisfaction, and identify further opportunities for engagement and collaboration. Mentorship & Coaching : Mentor and coach junior team members to foster skill development, knowledge sharing, and career growth within the team. Industry Leadership : Stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends and developments to maintain a thought-leadership position in CPQ and pricing. Professional & Technical Skills: CPQ Solution Expertise : 7+ years of experience architecting Pricing and CPQ solutions with expertise in: Product Modeling & Configuration : Strong knowledge in product configuration, including Configure-to-Order (CTO) and Engineer-to-Order (ETO) processes. Complex Pricing Models : Expertise in guided selling, complex pricing models, discounting structures, and approval workflows. Quoting & Document Generation : Experience with quoting, document generation, e-signature processes, and managing contracts, subscriptions, and renewals. Quote-to-Order Conversion : Skilled in seamless Quote-to-Order conversion, ensuring smooth transitions from quoting to final order processing. Platform Expertise : CPQ Platforms : 2+ years of hands-on experience working with CPQ platforms such as PROS, Conga, SAP CPQ, Oracle CPQ , and Salesforce Revenue Cloud . Solution Design & Validation : Strong hands-on experience in solution design, code review, and script validation to ensure CPQ systems are fully optimized and meet business requirements. Key Competencies: Problem-Solving : Strong ability to identify, analyze, and resolve complex technical challenges related to CPQ and pricing solutions. Client Management : Ability to engage with clients at various levels, understand their needs, and provide expert guidance throughout the CPQ implementation process. Team Leadership : Capable of managing and mentoring teams, ensuring successful project delivery and team skill development. Industry Knowledge : In-depth understanding of the CPQ and pricing landscape, with the ability to apply current trends to improve client solutions and processes. Additional Information: Experience : Minimum of 7 years of experience in architecting and implementing CPQ solutions. Location : The position is open for multiple locations depending on the candidate's experience and location preference. Education : A background in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field is preferred.