Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: SAP Ariba Consultant

Role Overview

We are looking for an experienced SAP Ariba Consultant to lead the implementation and deployment of SAP Ariba solutions as part of a strategic procurement transformation initiative. The ideal candidate will have deep functional and technical expertise across Ariba modules and strong integration knowledge with SAP S/4HANA or ECC. This role requires hands-on configuration, project leadership, and close collaboration with procurement, finance, and IT stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the end-to-end SAP Ariba implementation , from requirement gathering through design, configuration, testing, and go-live.
  • Conduct workshops with business stakeholders to capture procurement, sourcing, and supplier management requirements.
  • Design and configure one or more SAP Ariba modules , including:
  • Ariba Sourcing
  • Ariba Contracts
  • Ariba Supplier Lifecycle and Performance (SLP)
  • Ariba Buying and Invoicing (P2P)
  • Ariba Catalog Management
  • Ariba Spend Analysis
  • Ariba Guided Buying
  • Ensure seamless integration between SAP Ariba and SAP S/4HANA or ECC (MM, FI, CO) using SAP Cloud Integration Gateway (CIG) or middleware tools.
  • Prepare functional specifications , process flow diagrams, test scripts, and training documentation.
  • Lead and coordinate testing cycles (Unit, SIT, UAT) and manage issue resolution.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams — procurement, finance, IT, and suppliers — to align Ariba solutions with business goals.
  • Manage data migration, supplier enablement, and catalog setup .
  • Provide post-go-live support , user training, and stabilization assistance.
  • Stay current with SAP Ariba innovations and best practices , advising business on optimization opportunities.
  • Support project governance , ensuring timely deliverables aligned with SAP Activate methodology or Agile frameworks.

    • Required Skills and Experience

  • 8–12 years of experience in Procure-to-Pay (P2P) , Source-to-Contract (S2C) , or Supplier Management domains.
  • Minimum 2 end-to-end SAP Ariba implementations , preferably in a lead role.
  • Hands-on experience with at least two or more Ariba modules (e.g., Buying & Invoicing, Sourcing, Contracts, or SLP).
  • Strong understanding of integration between SAP Ariba and SAP ERP/S/4HANA using CIG or PI/PO .
  • In-depth knowledge of procurement processes , supplier management, and compliance frameworks.
  • Proven ability to design and optimize business processes using SAP Ariba functionalities.
  • Familiarity with SAP Activate methodology and project lifecycle management.
  • Strong communication, stakeholder management, and documentation skills.
  • Experience leading cross-functional and global teams .

    • Preferred Qualifications

  • SAP Ariba Certification(s) in one or more modules.
  • Experience with multi-country deployments or global rollouts .
  • Exposure to SAP S/4HANA Procurement , Central Procurement , or Fieldglass .
  • Understanding of supplier onboarding , catalog content management , and network integration .
  • Experience with Spend Analysis and Reporting dashboards .

    • Education

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Information Systems, or related field.
  • Professional procurement certifications (e.g., CIPS, CPSM) are an added advantage.

    • Soft Skills

  • Strong leadership and team management capabilities.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Effective communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.
  • Ability to translate business requirements into practical system solutions.
  • Proactive, collaborative, and results-oriented mindset.

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