Ariba Functional Specialist - Supplier Management and Supplier Risk, Procurement Digital Transformation

Job Description:

Responsibilities:

General

• Execute the delivery of Ariba system implementation activities for IT projects and other IT initiatives, working with an external implementation partner (Consultants), Guthrie stakeholders and the support services vendor (Shared Services).
• Support Project Lead and PMO in Ariba system planning, testing, deployment, implementation, and change management in Ariba Supplier Lifecycle and Performance (SLP) and Ariba Supplier Risk.
• Configure and implement Ariba SLP and Ariba Supplier Risk modules.
• Work closely with Guthrie’s Procurement team to plan, deploy and monitor S2P strategy, procedures, and standards to be successfully implemented via Ariba.
• Responsible to lead the data gathering & process designing /alignment across the global procurement fraternity.
• To support the implementation of Ariba in accordance with SLA and Target Operating Models
• Ensure end-user perspectives are incorporated into the design of the system and process changes.
• Provide input, document requirements, and support the design and delivery of system training programs.
• Troubleshoot and resolve functional issues related to Ariba and/or Ariba -SAP S/4HANA integration.
• Manage risk and issues, escalating them for decision-making at appropriate levels of authority, while ensuring minimal impact to project delivery timeline and costs.
• Ensure transition between phases of projects are executed seamlessly from business and vendor perspective, with minimal re-work needed between phases.
• Ensuring compliance with relevant Guthrie policies, procedures and audits.
• Perform and report system change requests, updates and new releases functionalities to the design and configuration of the system.

SAP Ariba Module Expertise

Ariba SLP

• Set up supplier registration, qualification, onboarding, and performance evaluation workflows.
• Customize approval flows, questionnaires, and scorecards based on business requirements.
• Design and implement supplier segmentation, tiering, and qualification processes.
• Configure modular questionnaires for different supplier types and regions.
• Enable 360-degree supplier profiles with linked documents, certifications, and audit history.
• Implement compliance checks for supplier onboarding (e.g., anti-bribery, sustainability, diversity).
• Configure audit trails, change logs, and report dashboards for governance.

Ariba Supplier Risk

• Configure risk categories, risk exposure levels, and risk mitigation workflows.
• Set up third-party data feeds (e.g., Dun & Bradstreet, EcoVadis) for real-time supplier risk insights.
• Define alerts, thresholds, and risk scoring models for automated monitoring.

Integration & Data Management

• Integrate Ariba with SAP S4HANA using CIG (Cloud Integration Gateway) or middleware.
• Manage master data mapping for suppliers, including taxonomy, risk indicators, and performance metrics.
• Ensure data migration from legacy systems to Ariba using templates and data load tools.

User Roles & Access

• Define and configure user roles, permissions, and access controls for supplier management teams.
• Set up delegation, proxy, and workflow escalation rules.

Vendor Management

• Ensuring the Vendor/Consultants deliver on their deliverables (as per the SOW)
• Review of the vendor/consultants’ deliverables
• Ensuring the governance for deliverables (document signoffs, etc.)

Stakeholders Management

• Communicate with project stakeholders (Clients, Vendors, etc.)
• Prepare and review communication with stakeholders.
• Follow-up with stakeholders to ensure projects activities are completed on time.

Reporting

• Ensuring the presentation materials are ready for Project meetings (Weekly PMO, Steerco, Board)
• Ensure accurate capturing of Minutes of Meetings

Reports to:

• Direct report to Project Manager (s)

Requirements:

• Degree in IT/ Business Administration, or similar quantitative disciplines
• SAP Ariba certification in relevant S2P modules (Ariba SLP / Ariba Supplier Risk)
• Minimum 4 to 6 years of working experience in Ariba system implementation
• Tertiary education and/or Bachelor’s degree with experience in the related business/field.
• Source-to-pay process / system proficiency.
• Proficiency in business management, statistics & analytics.
• Ability to influence others and achieve common goals.
• Exceptional ability to solve problems and think analytically.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with proven ability to adopt and drive changes.
• Great organizational, project, and time management skills.
• Willing to work on a contract basis.

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter outlining your interest for this role.