Senior SAP Ariba Functional Consultant

Job Summary:

We are looking for a multiple (4-6) experienced SAP Procurement and Ariba implementation specialist with deep domain expertise in source-to-pay processes for manufacturing industry. Encompassing comprehensive procurement transformations, bringing extensive knowledge of strategic sourcing, supplier management, and procurement compliance in regulated industries. The consultant must have :

• 10+ years of comprehensive SAP Ariba and procurement implementation experience
• Minimum 5 full lifecycle projects
• Hands-on experience with Ariba integration technologies and custom development coordination

Role and Responsibilities:

• End-to-end SAP Ariba and procurement implementation across multiple business units with FDA compliance experience
• Source-to-pay process assessments and transformation roadmap development
• Design integrated solutions spanning Ariba Suite and SAP S/4HANA backend
• Build comprehensive functional specifications for sourcing, contracting, and procure-to-pay processes
• ARIBA configurations including workflow design, approval processes, and catalog
• management
• Supplier enablement programs and supplier portal implementations
• Manage integration architecture between Ariba cloud solutions and on-premise SAP systems Domain
• RFx management, auction events, and contract negotiations
• Implement comprehensive supplier lifecycle management with qualification, performance monitoring, and risk assessment
• Category management strategies for direct and indirect procurement
• Supplier self-service and portal capabilities
• GMP-compliant supplier management with certificate of analysis tracking
• Implement procurement processes for clinical trial materials and regulatory submissions
• Design controlled substance procurement with DEA compliance and inventory tracking
• Three-way matching, exception handling, and automated approvals
• Analytics and build Performance Dashboards on Procurement/Spend
• Category management, supplier relationship management, and risk assessment
• Understanding of procurement compliance, audit requirements, and internal controls

Preferred Qualifications:

• SAP Ariba certification in multiple solution areas
• Advanced procurement certifications (CPSM, CSCP, or equivalent)
• Experience with SAP S/4HANA sourcing and procurement functions
• Knowledge on AI and Procurement Analytics