SAP-SRM/ARIBA Technical Lead/BSA (32564)

Job Title: SAP-SRM/Ariba Technical Lead / Business Systems Analyst (BSA)

Location: Lake County, IL 60045 (Hybrid: 3 days onsite, 2 days remote)

Contract Duration: 6+ Months

Client: Myticas (Direct Client)

Job Summary:

Myticas is seeking an experienced SAP-SRM/Ariba Technical Lead and Business Systems Analyst (BSA) to support Phase 0 analysis for applications in the R&D FinOps domain that integrate with SAP/SRM. This role is part of a hybrid engagement based in Lake County, IL.

The ideal candidate will oversee the design, development, and implementation of the SAP-SRM and Ariba architecture. This individual will ensure the solution aligns with business requirements, addresses integration across enterprise systems, and supports the complete source-to-pay procurement process.

Key Responsibilities:

Solution Design:

• Understand procurement processes including sourcing strategies, contract negotiation, and invoice management.
• Analyze business requirements and pain points to design comprehensive SAP-SRM and Ariba architecture.
• Ensure seamless integration with other enterprise systems.

Technical Expertise:

• Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of SAP-SRM and Ariba modules, including:
• Sourcing
• Contract Management
• Procurement
• Supplier Management
• Spend Analytics
• Understand SAP technical architecture, data models, and integration technologies (e.g., APIs, web services, middleware).
• Possess working knowledge of PL/SQL and familiarity with Salesforce.

Configuration and Customization:

• Configure and customize SAP Ariba to align with specific business workflows, including UI design and data mapping.

Integration Management:

• Design and implement integration between SAP Ariba and other systems such as SAP ECC/S4HANA, CRM, and third-party platforms.

Project Leadership:

• Lead technical implementation projects for SAP-SRM and Ariba, including managing development teams and ensuring delivery of project milestones.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Assess the application landscape in R&D FinOps and evaluate the impact of SRM replacement.
• Expand Ariba knowledge to include applications like Tonkean and Coupa, focusing on their integration within the R&D ecosystem as part of Project Genesis.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders to understand current workflows and integrations with SAP/SRM.
• Document current and future-state workflows, identifying process and integration gaps.
• Coordinate with the Robotic Process Automation (RPA) team to assess BOTS affected by the SRM replacement.

Day-to-Day Operations (BAU Support):

• Execute and coordinate daily tasks to meet department and project objectives.
• Conduct root cause analysis for complex issues.
• Support application teams with demand management, incident resolution, and continuous improvement through innovative solutions.

Required Experience & Skills:

• 3-8 years of experience with SAP ECC and/or S/4HANA MM procurement configuration.
• Minimum 3 years of experience configuring one or more SAP-SRM and Ariba modules.
• 3+ years of hands-on experience with SAP-SRM and Ariba integration.
• Strong understanding of SAP Ariba configuration and deployment.
• Functional and technical expertise in SAP MM and its integration with modules like FI.
• Involvement in at least one global rollout of SAP-SRM and/or Ariba across Americas, EMEA, and Asia.
• Deep knowledge of the end-to-end source-to-pay process.
• Familiarity with Ariba solutions including:
• Ariba Network
• Ariba Buying and Invoicing
• Ariba Catalogs
• Ariba Contracts
• Ariba Sourcing
• Ariba Supplier Lifecycle and Performance
• Ariba Integration (CIG, Web Services)
• Experience with SAP ECC 6.0 and S/4HANA integration and Ariba-specific configuration (e.g., SAP CIG add-on settings).

Preferred Certification:

• SAP Ariba Integration Certification is a plus.