William Chu

I work in procurement as part of the Source-to-Pay team within the Finance & Risk practice, designing SAP Ariba. Almost all large companies use an internal software to buy the things they need to run their businesses. My job is to design that software to ensure that employees can buy things easily and efficiently, and that company best practices are being followed. This means meeting with the client to design and customize the software to fit their needs, while coordinating with technical teams to make sure it works.

I came to Accenture after working at one of the Big 4 because Accenture had two things I really want: a fast-paced environment and the ability to constantly learn. The work constantly changes depending on the project or client you’re working on, and there is always the opportunity to learn new skills. At the same time, you can develop a niche skill and focus on a specific area.

Don’t be afraid to jump right in. If you’re in a position where you don’t have the right skills or experience, like I’ve been many times, that’s perfectly okay. The first step is taking ownership; it’s OK to not know something, but don’t let that prevent you from figuring out how to learn it. Support is always available at Accenture.