SAP S4 HANA Ariba Lead

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We are currently seeking a SAP S4 HANA Ariba Lead to join our team in Bangalore, Karntaka (IN-KA), India (IN).

Job Title

SAP Ariba Sourcing & Ariba Commerce Automation Lead

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced SAP Ariba Sourcing & Ariba Commerce Automation Lead to lead end-to-end source-to-contract and procure-to-pay enablement using SAP Ariba solutions. The role is responsible for solution design, delivery governance, stakeholder management, and successful adoption of Ariba Sourcing, Contracts, Buying & Invoicing, and Commerce Automation integrated with SAP S/4HANA or ECC.

The Lead will work closely with business stakeholders, procurement teams, integration architects, and suppliers to deliver scalable, compliant, and value-driven Ariba solutions.

Key Responsibilities

Ariba Workstream Leadership

• Lead SAP Ariba Sourcing and Commerce Automation workstreams in global implementations and S/4HANA transformation programs.
• Own end-to-end delivery of Source-to-Contract (S2C) and Procure-to-Pay (P2P) processes.
• Act as the primary escalation point for Ariba-related topics.

Solution Design & Delivery

• Drive solution design and configuration for:
• Ariba Sourcing (RFx, Auctions, Awarding)
• Ariba Contracts (Authoring, Clause Library, Contract Compliance)
• Ariba Buying & Invoicing
• Ariba Commerce Automation (Supplier enablement, PO/Invoice automation)
• Define best-practice procurement processes aligned with SAP standards.
• Ensure seamless Ariba-S/4HANA integration using CIG.

Supplier Enablement & Adoption

• Lead supplier onboarding and enablement strategies.
• Drive adoption of Commerce Automation for transactional suppliers.
• Coordinate supplier testing, cutover, and post-go-live stabilization.

Integration & Technical Coordination

• Collaborate with CIG, SAP S/4HANA MM, FI, and Security teams.
• Oversee configuration of:
• Master data synchronization
• Transactional flows (PO, ASN, Invoice)
• Tax, compliance, and approval workflows
• Manage data migration and interface validation.

Testing, Cutover & Go-Live

• Lead SIT, UAT, and regression testing for Ariba processes.
• Own cutover planning and go-live readiness for sourcing and commerce automation.
• Provide hypercare support and resolve critical production issues.

Governance & Team Leadership

• Ensure adherence to SAP Activate methodology and project governance standards.
• Review and approve functional designs, configurations, and test artifacts.
• Mentor Ariba consultants and support knowledge transfer.

Required Skills & Experience

SAP Ariba Expertise

• 10-12+ years of experience in SAP Ariba implementations, with strong expertise in:
• Ariba Sourcing & Contracts
• Ariba Buying & Invoicing
• Ariba Commerce Automation
• Minimum 2-3 full-cycle SAP Ariba implementations as a Lead.
• Strong understanding of procurement and sourcing business processes.

Integration & S/4HANA Knowledge

• Hands-on experience with:
• Ariba CIG integration with SAP S/4HANA or ECC
• Procurement master data and transactional integration
• Tax, invoicing, and compliance processes
• Exposure to Guided Buying and Supply Chain Collaboration is a plus.
• Knowledge on LeanIX, Signavio for process flow preparation and discussion with business team, is an added advantage

Leadership & Delivery Skills

• Proven experience leading Ariba workstreams in global programs.
• Strong stakeholder management and supplier engagement skills.
• Experience working in multi-country and onshore-offshore delivery models.

Preferred Qualifications

• SAP Ariba certification (Sourcing, Buying & Invoicing, or Integration)
• Experience with SAP Activate methodology
• Industry experience in Manufacturing, Retail, Consumer Goods, or Life Sciences
• Exposure to SAP Fieldglass or Concur is an advantage

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to translate procurement strategy into SAP Ariba solutions
• Mentoring and coaching mindset
• Excellent communication and presentation skills

Location & Work Model

• Location: As per project requirements
• Work Model: Hybrid / Onsite / Offshore (project dependent)

About NTT DATA

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