SAP Ariba Trainer / Senior consultant

Position Brief

SAP Ariba Trainer Procurement Systems Trainer

Experience:

Core Responsibilities

• Be a good trainer for a team of 30+ people with mix of freshers and junior engineer.
• Procurement Process Leadership: Design and optimize source-to-pay workflows, including Guided Buying catalogs, Ariba Buying requisitions, and Ariba Invoicing automation.
• Module Implementation: Configure and deploy Ariba Sourcing (RFx, auctions), Ariba Contracts (CLID integration), and SLP (Supplier Lifecycle & Performance) with risk management features.
• ERP Integration: Implement CIG (Cloud Integration Gateway) for real-time synchronization between SAP Ariba and SAP S/4HANA/ECC, ensuring master data consistency.
• API & Platform Management: Develop custom integrations using Ariba APIs and maintain the Ariba Platform for procurement process standardization.
• Catalog Management: Configure PunchOut catalogs and Guided Buying interfaces to streamline purchasing workflows.
• Client Advisory: Conduct workshops on procurement basics and Ariba module selection, aligning solutions with client business objectives.

Mandatory Skills

• Module Expertise: Hands-on configuration of Ariba Buying, Invoicing, Sourcing, Contracts, SLP, and Supplier Risk modules.
• Technical Integration: Proven experience with CIG configuration, cXML messaging, and ERP middleware (SAP PI/CPI).
• Data Governance: Mastery of catalog management, master data integration, and compliance frameworks.
• Problem-Solving: Ability to troubleshoot API connectivity issues and Guided Buying customization challenges.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certifications: SAP Ariba Certification in Procurement, Sourcing, or Integration.
• Technical Stack: Familiarity with SOAP/REST APIs, SAP Fiori, and Agile methodologies.
• Leadership: Experience mentoring junior consultants and managing cross-functional teams

Travel:

Mandatory Key SkillsSAP Ariba implementations,ariba buying,ariba contracts,procurement operations,REST APIs,SAP Fiori,SAP Ariba*