SAP Ariba Consultant

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead or support the implementation of SAP Ariba modules, including:
• Ariba Buying and Invoicing (P2P)
• Ariba Sourcing
• Ariba Supplier Lifecycle & Performance (SLP)
• Ariba Contracts
• Gather business requirements, perform system configuration, and deliver functional designs.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to design end-to-end procurement workflows.
• Configure approval workflows, catalogs, master data sync, and Ariba network connections.
• Conduct workshops, training sessions, testing (SIT/UAT), and post-go-live support.
• Integrate SAP Ariba with SAP S/4HANA, ECC, or third-party ERP systems using CI9, SAP CPI, or middleware.
• Troubleshoot system issues, implement enhancements, and manage change requests.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies, governance, and data standards.

Qualifications & Skills:

Essential:

• Bachelor's degree in IT, Business, Supply Chain, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in SAP Ariba implementation or support.
• Hands-on configuration experience with at least one of the key Ariba modules.
• Strong knowledge of P2P, S2P, contract management, or supplier onboarding processes.
• Experience integrating Ariba with SAP S/4HANA/ECC using standard adapters or middleware.
• Excellent understanding of Ariba Network, catalogs, and supplier enablement.

Desirable:

• SAP Ariba certifications (e.g., Ariba P2P, Ariba Sourcing).
• Experience with SAP BTP, SAP CPI, or Ariba API integrations.
• Exposure to SAP Fieldglass, Concur, or SuccessFactors (for integrated procurement scenarios).
• Experience working in Agile or hybrid delivery models.