Supplier Enablement & Ariba Operations Specialist

Job#: 3026882

Job Description:

Client: Financial Services

Team: Supplier Enablement Operations

Job Title: Supplier Enablement & Ariba Operations Specialist

Location: Charlotte, NC OR West Des Moines, IA | Hybrid 3x/week

Contract Length: 6+ months

Rate: $28-32/hr

Interview Process: 1 round 30-minute Teams

Top Requirements:

2+ years of Operational Accounting, Procurement, or Supply Chain experience

Experience working with Ariba (Buying & Invoicing) and/or PeopleSoft

Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills (system discrepancies, supplier issues)

Ability to work independently and manage escalations end-to-end

Plusses:

Experience with supplier onboarding / enablement processes

Exposure to UAT testing and system enhancements

Background supporting procurement, accounts payable, or sourcing teams

Experience working cross-functionally with internal stakeholders and external vendors

Job Summary:

This role sits within Supplier Enablement Operations and supports the onboarding, maintenance, and optimization of suppliers within Wells Fargo's Ariba platform. The consultant will help drive migration efforts from PeopleSoft to Ariba, resolve system discrepancies, and ensure suppliers are properly enabled for procurement and payment processes. This is a highly independent role requiring strong problem-solving skills and the ability to manage escalations, system issues, and process improvements.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities:

• Manage supplier setup and maintenance requests tied to projects (e.g., Early Pay Discount, Virtual Card)
• Monitor and resolve discrepancies between Ariba and PeopleSoft systems
• Troubleshoot complex supplier and internal stakeholder issues related to procurement systems
• Handle escalations independently and provide guidance to internal teams and suppliers
• Support system improvements by identifying defects and contributing to enhancement requirements
• Execute UAT testing, including writing and submitting test scripts
• Assist with supplier onboarding and ensure readiness for transacting in Ariba
• Partner with cross-functional teams including Procurement, AP, Sourcing, and Contracts
• Perform system cleanup initiatives (e.g., supplier record accuracy, compliance requirements)
• Document processes and identify opportunities for operational improvements

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Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.