Role Overview
We are looking for a highly skilled Senior SAP Ariba Consultant with strong expertise in Upstream modules to lead solution design, implementation, and support activities. The ideal candidate should have hands-on experience in Sourcing, Contracts, Supplier Management (SIPM), and Ariba integration with SAP ERP systems.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead end-to-end implementation and support of Ariba Upstream modules including :
- Sourcing
- Contract Management
- Supplier Lifecycle & Performance (SLP / SIPM)
- Ariba Integration (CIG)
- Work with business stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into Ariba solutions.
- Configure Ariba upstream modules to support strategic sourcing processes and compliance standards.
- Drive solution design workshops, create functional specifications, and collaborate with technical teams.
- Manage approval workflows, templates, document configurations, and supplier onboarding.
- Support integration activities between Ariba and SAP ECC / S4HANA via CIG.
- Conduct system testing (SIT / UAT), troubleshoot issues, and provide production support.
- Prepare training materials and provide user training sessions.
- Ensure adherence to procurement best practices and governance policies.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with procurement, finance, suppliers, and IT teams.
Required Skills & Qualifications
7+ years of hands-on experience in SAP Ariba Upstream modules.Strong expertise in :
SourcingContractsSLP / SIPMAriba Integration (CIG / PI / middleware)Strong understanding of source-to-contract (S2C) processes.Experience in requirements gathering, solution design, configuration, and deployment.Ability to create functional documents : BRD, FSD, test scripts, training guides.Solid understanding of procurement processes and compliance.Excellent problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder management skills.Experience working in Agile or hybrid project environments.