Senior SAP Ariba Functional Consultant (Upstream & Downstream)
Position Summary
We are seeking an experienced Senior SAP Ariba Functional Consultant with strong end-to-end expertise across both Upstream and Downstream Ariba modules. The ideal candidate should have a proven track record of independently leading SAP Ariba implementations, support engagements, enhancements, rollouts, and transformation programs across global regions including Domestic, Middle East, and US markets.
The candidate should possess excellent stakeholder management and customer-facing skills, with the ability to drive solution design workshops, manage complex business requirements, and deliver high-quality procurement transformation solutions.
Key Responsibilities
SAP Ariba Implementation & Configuration
- Lead end-to-end implementation and deployment of SAP Ariba solutions.
- Configure and manage SAP Ariba modules including:
- Ariba Sourcing
- Ariba Contracts
- Ariba Buying & Invoicing
- Supplier Lifecycle & Performance (SLP)
- Prepare and manage configuration workbooks, functional specifications, and solution design documents.
- Conduct fit-gap analysis and recommend best practice procurement solutions.
- Lead integration activities between SAP Ariba and backend ERP systems such as SAP ECC and SAP S/4HANA.
- Manage SAP Cloud Integration Gateway (CIG) configurations and related integration scenarios.
- Collaborate with technical and middleware teams to ensure seamless transactional processing.