SAP Ariba Consultant

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced SAP Ariba Consultant with strong expertise in Cloud Integration Gateway (CIG) to support end-to-end Ariba implementation, integration, and support projects. The ideal candidate will be responsible for integrating SAP Ariba with SAP S/4HANA or ECC systems using CIG, and ensuring smooth operation and support for Ariba solutions. Key Responsibilities : - Lead or support SAP Ariba implementations and rollouts with focus on CIG-based integration. - Configure and maintain integrations between SAP Ariba (Buying & Invoicing, Sourcing, etc.) and SAP ERP systems. - Collaborate with cross-functional teams for design, testing, deployment, and support of Ariba integrations. - Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to Ariba CIG, master data, transactional data, and workflows. - Understand customer requirements and provide expert advice and best practices. - Coordinate with SAP support and other vendors for issue resolution and enhancements. - Provide user training, documentation, and post-go-live support. Required Skills : - 4-8 years of experience in SAP Ariba implementations and support. - Hands-on experience with SAP Ariba Cloud Integration Gateway (CIG). - Experience with integration with SAP ECC/S/4HANA (IDOCs, Web Services, etc.). - Strong understanding of SAP Ariba modules : Sourcing, Buying & Invoicing, Contract Management, Supplier Lifecycle. - Working knowledge of SAP PI/PO or CPI is a plus. - Good understanding of Procure-to-Pay (P2P) and Source-to-Pay (S2P) business processes. - Strong problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder management skills. Preferred Qualifications : - SAP Ariba certification(s) preferred. - Experience in at least 2 full-cycle SAP Ariba implementations. - Knowledge of Agile/Scrum methodologies is a plus. - Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or related field.