AVP / Senior Director – Professional Services

Zycus is a global leader in Source-to-Pay (S2P) procurement software, helping large enterprises drive efficiency, compliance, and measurable value across their procurement and finance operations. Trusted by leading Fortune 1000 organizations worldwide, Zycus enables procurement teams to move from cost control to strategic value creation.

At the core of Zycus’ platform is Merlin AI, an advanced AI-powered engine that brings intelligence, automation, and predictive insights across the entire procurement lifecycle—from sourcing and contract management to procurement, invoicing, and supplier management. Merlin AI empowers Chief Procurement Officers and finance leaders to make faster, smarter decisions with real-time visibility and actionable insights.

Zycus is consistently recognized by top industry analysts such as Gartner, Forrester, and IDC for its innovation, depth of functionality, and strong customer outcomes. Known for its enterprise-grade solutions, global delivery model, and customer-first mindset, Zycus partners closely with organizations to modernize procurement and unlock long-term business value.

With a strong global presence across North America, EMEA, and APAC, Zycus continues to invest aggressively in product innovation, AI-led capabilities, and brand leadership—shaping the future of intelligent procurement.

We Are An Equal Opportunity Employer:
Zycus is committed to providing equal opportunities in employment and creating an inclusive work environment. We do not discriminate against applicants on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic. All hiring decisions will be based solely on qualifications, skills, and experience relevant to the job requirements.

The AVP/ Senior Director of Professional Services for EMEA-APAC is a cornerstone leadership role responsible for the end-to-end delivery of Zycus’ AI-native Source-to-Pay suite. You will lead a high-performing regional organization, ensuring that large-scale enterprise transformations are executed with precision, technical integrity, and a relentless focus on customer value realization. This role requires a leader who excels in high-stakes delivery management while maintaining a lean, agile team structure.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Regional Operations

• Define and execute the Professional Services strategy for the EMEA-APAC region, tailoring delivery models to diverse regional markets.

• Own the end-to-end P&L for the region, focusing on optimal resource allocation, profitability, and operational efficiency within a lean organizational structure.

Delivery Excellence & Ecosystem Integration

• Direct large, complex global transformation programs, ensuring seamless integrations with major ERP ecosystems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics).

• Drive a "Time-to-Value" (TTV) mindset, accelerating customer Go-Lives and ROI through disciplined project management.

• Enforce rigorous PMO governance across a tiered team of Directors, Consultants, and Project Managers to ensure consistent quality.

Innovation & Agentic AI Transition

• Champion the transition from traditional SaaS implementation to Agentic AI / AI-first delivery models.

• Leverage automation and AI-driven accelerators to modernize delivery toolkits, improving implementation speed and adoption.

Cross-Functional Growth & Sales Alignment

• Partner closely with Sales to manage the Sales-to-Services hand-off, ensuring SOW integrity, margin protection, and delivery feasibility.

• Provide strategic delivery insights during pre-sales and deal shaping for high-value regional pursuits.

Customer Value & Advocacy

• Partner with CXOs of Fortune 500 clients to ensure enterprise-wide adoption and measurable business outcomes (cost optimization, compliance, process efficiency).

• Represent Zycus in industry forums, influencing procurement transformation and intelligent SaaS delivery.

Required Skills

• Experience: 12 to 18 Years in Enterprise Software/SaaS delivery, with a proven track record of managing end-to-end professional services.

• Leadership: Experience managing lean, high-impact teams of Project Managers, Consultants, and Directors.

• Domain Expertise: Strong preference for Source-to-Pay (S2P), Procurement, or Supply Chain; candidates from similarly complex enterprise domains (FinTech, ERP, CRM) are encouraged.

• Regional Expertise: Proven leadership across EMEA and APAC delivery organizations.

• Technical Literacy: Deep understanding of ERP integrations and a strong perspective on Generative/Agentic AI in enterprise delivery.

• Location: Based in or willing to relocate to Mumbai, Pune, or Bangalore.

Why Work with the Zycus Delivery Team

At Zycus, delivery is not just implementation—it is where enterprise transformation actually happens. This role offers a rare opportunity to operate at the intersection of AI innovation, global scale, and measurable business impact.

• Lead the AI-First Delivery Revolution
  Be at the forefront of shifting from traditional SaaS rollouts to Agentic AI-driven autonomous procurement ecosystems. Zycus is one of the few platforms globally embedding AI deeply into execution—not just as a feature.

• Own High-Impact, CXO-Level Transformations
  Work directly with Fortune 500 leadership to drive multi-million dollar transformation programs, where success is measured not by go-live—but by real business outcomes (cost savings, compliance, efficiency).

• Operate with Real P&L Ownership
  Unlike many services roles, you will fully own regional P&L, balancing growth, margins, and delivery excellence—giving you true business leadership exposure.

• Build and Scale Lean, Elite Teams
  Zycus believes in high-talent density over large teams. You will lead a sharp, outcome-oriented organization, not a bloated services pyramid.

• Shape the Future of Enterprise Delivery
  Influence how global enterprises adopt AI in procurement, while co-creating delivery frameworks, accelerators, and IP that define the next decade of SaaS implementation.

• Global Exposure with Emerging Market Advantage
  Lead across EMEA and APAC—diverse, high-growth markets—while being anchored in India, one of the fastest-growing hubs for enterprise SaaS innovation.