SAP S4 HANA Ariba Consultant

SAP Ariba Configuration & Support Configure and support SAP Ariba Sourcing including: RFx and Auction events Awarding and supplier collaboration Configure and support Ariba Contracts (basic to intermediate): Contract authoring and templates Clause libraries and approvals Configure and support Ariba Buying & Invoicing processes. Support Ariba Commerce Automation for PO and Invoice automation. Support Ariba-SAP S/4HANA / ECC integration using Cloud Integration Gateway (CIG). Assist with configuration of: Work closely with SAP MM, FI, and technical integration teams. Support supplier onboarding and enablement for Commerce Automation. Assist with supplier testing, transaction validation, and issue resolution. Prepare and execute unit testing and SIT test cases for Ariba processes. Support UAT, defect resolution, and business user clarification. Assist with data migration validation for suppliers, catalogs, and contracts. Support cutover and go-live activities for Ariba Sourcing and Commerce Automation. Provide hypercare support, troubleshooting Ariba-related issues. Work Model: Hybrid / Onsite / Offshore (project dependent) 4-8 years of experience in SAP Ariba implementations, with hands-on exposure to: Ariba Sourcing Ariba Buying & Invoicing Ariba Commerce Automation At least one full-cycle SAP Ariba implementation project Strong understanding of S2C and P2P business processes Hands-on experience or strong understanding of: Ariba CIG integration with SAP S/4HANA or ECC Procurement master data and transactional integration Exposure to Guided Buying is a plus. Knowledge on LeanIX, Signavio for process flow preparation and discussion with business team, is an added advantage. SAP Ariba certification (Sourcing, Buying & Invoicing, or Integration) Experience with SAP Activate methodology Industry exposure to Manufacturing, Retail, Consumer Goods, or Life Sciences Exposure to SAP Fieldglass or Concur is an advantage Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills Good communication and documentation abilities Ability to work effectively in onshore-offshore and multi-country delivery models Willingness to learn and adapt to SAP Ariba innovations