Job Description :
Primary Responsibilities :
Ariba Solution Implementation & Configuration :
- Execute the full lifecycle implementation and ongoing technical support for SAP Ariba On-Demand solutions, ensuring best-practice alignment with organizational procurement strategies.
- Configure and manage the Ariba Buying & Invoicing (Cloud) module, including the specialized setup and continuous refinement of the Guided Buying interface, rules, and logic for optimized user experience.
- Perform and maintain core platform configuration tasks, including defining, customizing, and testing complex workflows, managing end-to-end user provisioning, and executing detailed supplier setup and enablement.
Procurement Process Management :
Design, create, and update dynamic tiles and catalogs within the Ariba platform to accurately reflect negotiated pricing, product availability, and streamlined procurement processes.Provide comprehensive technical support for the critical Purchase Order (PO) and Invoicing processes within Ariba, ensuring data integrity and timely document flow.Automate and optimize current procurement processes (e.g., PO generation, invoice reconciliation, approvals) using Ariba functionality to measurably improve efficiency and reduce manual intervention.Technical Collaboration & Support :
Collaborate effectively with cross-functional business and IT teams, rigorously adhering to an Agile / Scrum delivery model throughout solution design, configuration, and testing phases.Troubleshoot, problem-solve, and propose effective, technical solutions for complex production issues and configuration challenges across the Ariba platform.Communicate clearly and effectively with both technical teams (for integration requirements) and business stakeholders (for functional requirements) to ensure successful, compliant solution delivery.Mandatory Skills :
SAP Ariba On-Demand Experience : Verifiable experience in the implementation and support of SAP Ariba On-Demand products.Buying & Invoicing Expertise : Strong, hands-on expertise in Ariba Buying & Invoicing (Cloud), including in-depth functional and technical knowledge of Guided Buying configuration.Core Configuration : Expert ability in configuration skills across key ariba components : customizing approval workflows, granular user management security, and complex supplier setup.P2P Processes : Direct, hands-on experience managing and troubleshooting PO and Invoicing processes within the Ariba platform.Methodology : Proven ability to work effectively and deliver solutions rapidly in Agile / Scrum teams.Good to Have (Preferred Skills) :
Experience with Ariba integration with SAP ERP / S4 HANA systems, specifically understanding data mapping, master data replication (e.g., vendor, material), and transactional data flow (IDocs / APIs).Technical knowledge of other Ariba modules, such as Ariba Supplier Lifecycle and Performance (SLP) or Ariba Contracts.Proven Client-facing consulting experience in large-scale, global implementations of Source-to-Pay solutions.Familiarity with Ariba Open API usage for external system integration. Certification in SAP Ariba modules.(ref : hirist.tech)