SAP Ariba Commerce Automation Lead

Job Summary:

Accenture is seeking a hands-on SAP Ariba Commerce Automation Lead to drive end-to-end procurement automation, punch-out catalog management, and supplier integration within a major SAP transformation program. This role focuses on ensuring seamless commerce automation processes, integrating Ariba solutions with SAP S/4HANA, and improving procurement efficiency. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead SAP Ariba Commerce Automation activities, including catalog management, punch-out configuration, supplier onboarding, and automated procurement processes. 
• Collaborate with business stakeholders and functional teams to define automation requirements, optimize workflows, and ensure adherence to procurement policies. 
• Configure and validate Ariba Commerce Automation scenarios, catalog approvals, and integration points with SAP S/4HANA MM and FI modules. 
• Actively participate in workshops, governance meetings, and project reviews to ensure timely, high-quality delivery and alignment with stakeholders. 
• Ensure accurate synchronization of supplier catalogs, pricing, and transactional data between Ariba and SAP. 
• Support testing, issue resolution, and escalation of defects related to commerce automation processes. 
• Maintain detailed documentation of automation configurations, supplier integrations, testing results, and process workflows. 
• Provide guidance on Ariba best practices, process optimization, and procurement automation improvements. 

Required Qualifications:

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, coordination, and communication skills with hands-on SAP Ariba Commerce Automation experience. 
• Proven expertise in managing procurement automation, punch-out catalog management, and supplier integration. 
• Practical knowledge of Ariba Commerce Automation scenarios, catalog approvals, and integration with SAP S/4HANA MM and FI modules. 
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., Supply Chain, Information Technology, Business); advanced degree or certifications (e.g., SAP Ariba certifications) preferred. 
• Familiarity with supplier onboarding, catalog synchronization, and transactional data management between Ariba and SAP. 
• Experience in testing, issue resolution, and defect escalation for commerce automation processes. 
• Strong documentation and reporting skills, including maintaining detailed process workflows and testing results. 
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to engage with business stakeholders, functional teams, and technical teams. 

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