Massil Technologies - Ariba Analyst

Job Description :

We are looking for a skilled and proactive Ariba Analyst to support the implementation, configuration, and maintenance of SAP Ariba solutions across the organization.

The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of procurement and supply chain processes and have hands-on experience in Ariba modules, integration with SAP ERP, and stakeholder support.

You will be the functional and technical bridge between procurement teams, business users, and the IT department.

Key Responsibilities :

- Configure and support SAP Ariba modules such as : Ariba Sourcing, Ariba Contracts, Ariba Buying & Invoicing (P2P), Ariba Supplier Lifecycle & Performance (SLP)

- Customize workflows, templates, and approval processes as per business requirements.

Integration & Data Management :

- Collaborate with SAP technical teams to ensure seamless integration between Ariba and SAP ECC or SAP S/4HANA.

- Handle master data (vendors, materials, cost centers) in coordination with ERP teams.

- Support middleware integrations using SAP PI/PO, SAP CPI, or MuleSoft.

User Support & Troubleshooting :

- Serve as the first point of contact for Ariba-related incidents and change requests.

- Troubleshoot system errors, perform root cause analysis, and coordinate with Ariba support as needed.

- Conduct user acceptance testing (UAT) and regression testing during releases or upgrades.

Process Optimization & Reporting :

- Analyze procurement processes and suggest improvements using Ariba functionalities.

- Generate and analyze reports and dashboards within Ariba and SAP.

- Ensure system compliance with company policies and regulatory standards.

Documentation & Training :

- Develop and maintain functional documentation, SOPs, and user guides.

- Conduct end-user training sessions and workshops for procurement teams and suppliers.

Technical Skills Required :

- SAP Ariba Modules (at least 23 hands-on) : Ariba Sourcing, Ariba Contracts, Ariba Buying & Invoicing (P2P), Ariba SLP / Ariba Network

- SAP ERP Integration : Experience with SAP MM, SRM, or S/4HANA integration, Understanding of procurement master data

and transactional flows

- Middleware Tools : SAP PI/PO, SAP Cloud Platform Integration (CPI), or similar tools

- Reporting & Analytics : Ariba reporting tools, SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC), Excel, or Power BI

- Ticketing Systems : ServiceNow, Remedy, or JIRA

- Documentation : MS Word, Excel, Visio, Confluence

Soft Skills :

- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills

- Cross-functional collaboration with business and IT teams

- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

- Customer-oriented mindset for stakeholder support

Qualifications :

- Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Supply Chain, or related field

- 36 years of experience in SAP Ariba functional or techno-functional roles

- SAP Ariba certification