Strategic Staffing Solutions
Strategic Staffing Solutions

Supplier Enablement & Ariba Operations Specialist

West Des Moines, IA, US • Posted 1 day ago • Updated 31 minutes ago
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Skills

  • Supplier
  • Enablement
  • Ariba
  • Operations
  • Specialist

Summary

Supplier Enablement & Ariba Operations Specialist


Location: West Des Moines (Primary) | Charlotte (Secondary)
Duration: 6-Month Contract (Extension Possible)

Overview


We are seeking a Supplier Enablement & Ariba Operations Specialist to support procurement operations and supplier onboarding initiatives. This role plays a critical part in ensuring suppliers are successfully onboarded and transacting within Ariba, while supporting system migration efforts from PeopleSoft.

The ideal candidate has experience in procure-to-pay (P2P), supplier onboarding, and ERP systems, along with strong problem-solving and process improvement skills.


Key Responsibilities


Supplier Onboarding & Enablement




  • Manage supplier setup, onboarding, and maintenance requests


  • Partner with suppliers and internal stakeholders to ensure successful onboarding into Ariba


  • Support initiatives such as Early Pay Discount and Virtual Card programs


System Operations & Support




  • Monitor and resolve Ariba Buying & Invoicing discrepancies


  • Troubleshoot issues between Ariba and PeopleSoft systems


  • Support migration activities from PeopleSoft eProcurement to Ariba


Issue Resolution & Escalation




  • Handle complex escalations from internal teams and external suppliers


  • Research and resolve system or process-related discrepancies


  • Identify and report system defects and recommend enhancements


Process Improvement & Risk Management




  • Analyze workflows to identify process gaps and risks


  • Document procedures and training materials


  • Support system cleanup initiatives (supplier data accuracy, compliance, sanctions screening)


Testing & Projects




  • Participate in UAT testing, including test script creation and execution


  • Support ongoing system and operational improvement projects



Required Qualifications




  • 2+ years of experience in:



    • Procurement / Procure-to-Pay (P2P)


    • Supplier onboarding / enablement


    • Operations, accounting, or supply chain



  • Hands-on experience with:



    • Ariba (preferred)


    • PeopleSoft or other ERP systems



  • Experience with:



    • Supplier data management


    • Invoice / procurement processes


    • Issue resolution and stakeholder communication




Preferred Qualifications




  • Experience with Ariba Buying & Invoicing modules


  • Exposure to UAT testing / system testing


  • Knowledge of accounts payable or procurement operations


  • Strong analytical and process improvement mindset



Key Traits




  • Self-starter who can work independently


  • Strong attention to detail


  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills


  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

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  • Dice Id: sssmi
  • Position Id: JOB-245633
  • Posted 1 day ago

Company Info

About Strategic Staffing Solutions

Strategic Staffing Solutions (S3) is a woman-owned, global IT consulting and business services corporation that delivers staff augmentation, managed services, total workforce management programs and direct hire recruiting with industry expertise in financial services, energy and utilities, oil, healthcare and insurance, telecommunications and retail distribution. S3’s Consultants are placed with Customers through the U.S., Europe and the Americas. Founded in Detroit, MI in 1990, S3 has reported consistent growth and profit every year and carries zero debt.

S3 Diversity Statistics
S3 has a 50/50 split among male/female employees; 60% of S3 employees identify as non-white; S3 s leadership team are 50% women; S3 currently employs 73% military veterans, military spouses and military affiliates.

Staffing Industry Analysts CCWP Charter Partner
S3 is the only charter partner for Staffing Industry Analysts Certified Contingent Workforce Professional (CCWP) program- a one-of-a-kind accreditation program designed for all professionals managing corporate contingent staffing.

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