Role Summary
We are seeking an experienced SAP Ariba SCC Lead Architect to lead the design, implementation, and optimization of Ariba Supply Chain Collaboration (SCC) solutions integrated with SAP S/4HANA. The role requires deep expertise in procurement and supply chain collaboration processes, supplier enablement strategies, and end-to-end integration architecture.The candidate will be responsible for solution design, client engagement, team leadership, and delivery governance across SCC implementations.
Key Responsibilities
Define and architect end-to-end Ariba SCC solutions (including PO Collaboration, Forecast Collaboration, ASN, Inventory Collaboration, Consignment).
Strong SAP MM Knowledge
Design scalable integration architecture between S/4HANA and Ariba via CIG /
Establish transaction rules strategy (default, supplier group, country-based).
SAP Ariba CIG integration
S/4HANA procurement & supply chain processes
IDocs (ORDERS, DESADV, etc.) & cXML
Drive fit-to-standard approach.
Lead and mentor functional and technical consultants.
Lead design workshops, blueprint sessions, and solution validation.
Oversee build, test, and deployment phases:
SIT, UAT, Cutover planning
Identify risks and provide proactive mitigation strategies.
CIG configuration & transaction tracker usage
API-based integration scenarios
SCC configuration standards
Transport & release management processes
Act as a trusted advisor to business and IT stakeholders.
Present solution architecture and roadmap to leadership.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams:
Procurement
Supply Chain
IT
Vendors/Suppliers
Core Experience
10+ years overall SAP experience with 5+ years in SAP Ariba SCC
Hands-on experience in:
PO Collaboration
Forecast Collaboration
ASN / Shipping Notification
Inventory / Consignment Collaboration
Transaction rules configuration
Supplier ANID mapping
Master data synchronization
Functional Expertise
Procurement lifecycle
Supply chain collaboration processes
Global rollout templates
Key Deliverables
End-to-end SCC solution architecture document
Integration design and mapping specifications
Configured SCC transaction rules framework
Supplier enablement and rollout plan
SIT/UAT/Cutover execution plan