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.

• 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.

• Actively participate in workshops, governance meetings, and project reviews to ensure timely, high-quality delivery and alignment with stakeholders.

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.

• 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.

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., Supply Chain, Information Technology, Business); advanced degree or certifications (e.g., SAP Ariba certifications) preferred.