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SAP Ariba Upstream and Downstream Consultant

Avensys Consulting
Jeddah, KSA
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Mid-Senior
2 months ago
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Overview

Avensys is a reputed global IT professional services company headquartered in Singapore.

Our service spectrum includes enterprise solution consulting, business intelligence, business process automation and managed services.

Given our decade of success we have evolved to become one of the top trusted providers in Singapore and service a client base across banking and financial services, insurance, information technology, healthcare, retail and supply chain.

We are currently looking to hire

Sap Ariba Upstream And Downstream Consultant

This is an exciting opportunity to expand your skill set, achieve job satisfaction and work-life balance.

More details as below.

Senior Sap Ariba Consultant

is responsible for leading the design, implementation, and optimization of procurement processes across both upstream (sourcing & contracting) and downstream (procure-to-pay) using

Sap Ariba

, integrated with

Sap S And 4hana

or

Sap Ecc

.

The role requires deep functional expertise, client engagement, and end-to-end delivery ownership.

1. Upstream (Strategic Sourcing & Contracts)

  • Lead implementation of:
  • Ariba Sourcing
  • Ariba Contracts
  • Supplier lifecycle & performance
  • Manage sourcing events (RFI, RFP, auctions)
  • Configure contract authoring, approval workflows, and compliance tracking

2. Downstream (Procure-to-Pay)

  • Implement and optimize:

• Ariba Buying & Invoicing

  • Guided Buying
  • Catalog enablement
  • Configure requisitioning, approvals, PO generation, and invoice processing
  • Ensure smooth P2P cycle from request to payment

3. Integration

  • Lead integration between Ariba and SAP using:
  • **SAP Ariba Cloud Integration Gateway (CIG)**
  • Master data synchronization (vendors, materials, GL accounts)
  • Ensure seamless flow between Ariba and backend ERP

4. Solution Design & Implementation

  • Gather and analyze business requirements
  • Provide solution architecture and best practices
  • Lead end-to-end implementations, rollouts, and upgrades

5. Stakeholder Management

  • Act as a trusted advisor to business stakeholders
  • Conduct workshops, demos, and training sessions
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams (MM, FI, SD)

6. Support & Optimization

  • Provide L3 production support
  • Troubleshoot integration and transactional issues
  • Drive continuous improvement and automation initiatives

7. Documentation & Governance

  • Prepare functional specs, design documents, and test cases
  • Support SIT/UAT cycles and ensure quality delivery
  • Maintain compliance with procurement policies and audit requirements

Core Ariba Expertise

  • Strong experience in:

• Ariba Downstream (Buying, Invoicing)

  • Guided Buying and catalog management

Integration & Technical Skills

  • Hands-on experience with:
  • **SAP Ariba Cloud Integration Gateway (CIG)**
  • IDocs, APIs, web services
  • Basic knowledge of:
  • SAP MM and FI processes
  • Data migration and master data governance

Functional Knowledge

  • Procurement lifecycle (Source-to-Contract & Procure-to-Pay)
  • Supplier onboarding and enablement
  • Invoice and payment processes

Experience Requirements

  • **15+ years**
  • of SAP experience
  • **10 years in SAP Ariba**
  • **4 end-to-end Ariba implementations**

(Upstream & Downstream)

  • **WHAT’S ON OFFER:**
  • You will be remunerated with an excellent base salary and entitled to attractive company benefits.
  • Additionally, you will get the opportunity to enjoy a fun and collaborative work environment, alongside a strong career progression.
  • To submit your application, please apply online or email your UPDATED CV in Microsoft Word format to varra@aven-sys.com Your interest will be treated with strict confidentiality.

Consultant Details

Consultant Name : varra Chaitanya

Avensys Consulting Pte Ltd Ea Licence 12c5759

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