Our Calgary/Vancouver based client is seeking an experienced SAP ARIBA Implementations Specialist contractor to start immediately on a 1 year contract, with the possibility of an extension. The ideal candidate will have 8+ years of experience of SAP Ariba along with several full-cycle implementation completed and strong understanding of source-to-pay and procure-to-pay processes. This will be a fully remote role, with limited travel required to the client's locations during key project milestones. All travel expenses will be covered.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design and develop integration solutions between SAP Ariba and ERP systems (SAP S/4HANA), using CIG (Cloud Integration Gateway) or IAG, Web Services, and IDOCs
- Lead workshops to capture business needs and translate them into functional and technical specifications for SAP Ariba.
- Configure and implement SAP Ariba modules including Sourcing, Contracts, Buying and Invoicing, and Supplier Lifecycle and Performance.
- Ensure seamless data exchange through data mapping, transformation, and middleware tools such as SAP PI/PO, MuleSoft, or Dell Boomi.
- Optimize supplier onboarding, qualification, and performance tracking workflows.
- Develop and execute integration strategies using Ariba APIs, BADI enhancements, and custom adapters.
- Conduct unit testing, integration testing, and user acceptance testing, and provide hyper care support post-deployment.
- Deliver end-user training and create documentation for SAP Ariba functionalities.
- Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and implement corrective actions.
- Conduct regular audits to ensure data integrity, compliance, and process alignment.
- Manage contract lifecycle workflows, including authoring, approvals, and repository setup.
- Lead data migration and cleansing efforts to ensure quality and consistency.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and implement procurement process improvements.
