SAP S4 HANA Ariba Lead job at NTT DATA, Inc. Indiana, US

Job Description

Job Title

SAP Ariba Sourcing & Ariba Commerce Automation Lead

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced SAP Ariba Sourcing & Ariba Commerce Automation Lead to lead end-to-end source-to-contract and procure-to-pay enablement using SAP Ariba solutions. The role is responsible for solution design, delivery governance, stakeholder management, and successful adoption of Ariba Sourcing, Contracts, Buying & Invoicing, and Commerce Automation integrated with SAP S/4HANA or ECC.

The Lead will work closely with business stakeholders, procurement teams, integration architects, and suppliers to deliver scalable, compliant, and value-driven Ariba solutions.

Key Responsibilities

Ariba Workstream Leadership

Lead SAP Ariba Sourcing and Commerce Automation workstreams in global implementations and S/4HANA transformation programs.
Own end-to-end delivery of Source-to-Contract (S2C)and Procure-to-Pay (P2P)processes.
Act as the primary escalation point for Ariba-related topics.

Solution Design & Delivery

Drive solution design and configuration for:
- Ariba Sourcing (RFx, Auctions, Awarding)
- Ariba Contracts (Authoring, Clause Library, Contract Compliance)
- Ariba Buying & Invoicing
- Ariba Commerce Automation (Supplier enablement, PO/Invoice automation)
Define best-practice procurement processes aligned with SAP standards.
Ensure seamless Ariba–S/4HANA integration using CIG.

Supplier Enablement & Adoption

Lead supplier onboarding and enablement strategies.
Drive adoption of Commerce Automation for transactional suppliers.
Coordinate supplier testing, cutover, and post-go-live stabilization.

Integration & Technical Coordination

Collaborate with CIG, SAP S/4HANA MM, FI, and Security teams.
Oversee configuration of:
- Master data synchronization
- Transactional flows (PO, ASN, Invoice)
- Tax, compliance, and approval workflows
Manage data migration and interface validation.

Testing, Cutover & Go-Live

Lead SIT, UAT, and regression testing for Ariba processes.
Own cutover planning and go-live readiness for sourcing and commerce automation.
Provide hypercare support and resolve critical production issues.

Governance & Team Leadership

Ensure adherence to SAP Activate methodology and project governance standards.
Review and approve functional designs, configurations, and test artifacts.
Mentor Ariba consultants and support knowledge transfer.

Required Skills & Experience

SAP Ariba Expertise

10–12+ years of experience in SAP Ariba implementations , with strong expertise in:
- Ariba Sourcing & Contracts
- Ariba Buying & Invoicing
- Ariba Commerce Automation
Minimum 2–3 full-cycle SAP Ariba implementations as a Lead.
Strong understanding of procurement and sourcing business processes .

Integration & S/4HANA Knowledge

Hands-on experience with:
- Ariba CIG integration with SAP S/4HANA or ECC
- Procurement master data and transactional integration
- Tax, invoicing, and compliance processes
Exposure to Guided Buying and Supply Chain Collaboration is a plus.
Knowledge on LeanIX, Signavio for process flow preparation and discussion with business team, is an added advantage

Leadership & Delivery Skills

Proven experience leading Ariba workstreams in global programs.
Strong stakeholder management and supplier engagement skills.
Experience working in multi-country and onshore–offshore delivery models .

Preferred Qualifications

SAP Ariba certification (Sourcing, Buying & Invoicing, or Integration)
Experience with SAP Activate methodology
Industry experience in Manufacturing, Retail, Consumer Goods, or Life Sciences
Exposure to SAP Fieldglass or Concur is an advantage

Soft Skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to translate procurement strategy into SAP Ariba solutions
Mentoring and coaching mindset
Excellent communication and presentation skills

Location & Work Model

Location: As per project requirements
Work Model: Hybrid / Onsite / Offshore (project dependent)

Job Tags

Contract work

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