What are the responsibilities and job description for the Ariba Solution Architect - S2P position at Axiom Global Technologies, Inc.?
Position Summary
We are seeking a highly skilled Techno-Functional Specialist to spearhead the evolution of our global SAP Ariba ecosystem. In this role, you won''''''''t just support a platform; you will own the technical architecture and functional roadmap for our Supply Chain Collaboration (SCC) and Sourcing suites. You will be the bridge between complex business requirements and high-performance technical execution, ensuring our global procurement operations remain seamless and scalable.
Core Responsibilities
Platform Orchestration: Serve as the primary technical and functional authority for the SAP Ariba environment, overseeing the end-to-end lifecycle of new feature deployments.
Integration Architecture: Architect and maintain robust connections between Customer systems and the Ariba Network, utilizing CIG, cXML, and EDI protocols.
SCC Ecosystem Management: Drive excellence within Ariba SCC modules, specifically focusing on PO Collaboration, Forecast Sharing, Quality Management, and SMI.
Technical Troubleshooting: Proactively monitor data traffic and B2B integrations; identify, investigate, and resolve message failures to minimize business disruption.
Strategic SME: Act as a consultant to internal business units, advocating for Cloud Service adoption and making critical design decisions for system configurations.
Release & Upgrade Oversight: Manage the deployment of Ariba system notifications and coordinate S/4HANA Add-on upgrades to ensure version compatibility.
What We Are Looking For
The Techno-Functional Edge: You possess the rare ability to configure SAP Ariba while understanding the downstream business impact on Sourcing, Procurement, and AP.
Supply Chain Expertise: A deep understanding of how Ariba SCC interacts with SAP IBP and S/4HANA landscapes.
Agile Proficiency: Comfortable operating within a Scrum/Agile framework using tools like JIRA to track enhancements and defects.
Global Collaborator: Proven experience navigating a complex, matrixed global organization and managing relationships with SAP Ariba Customer Support.
Required Qualifications
5 Years of hands-on experience in Ariba SCC, Sourcing, Contracts, and Spend Analytics.
5 Years of core SAP ERP experience, specifically in the Procure-to-Pay (PTP) and Supply Chain cycles.
Expert-level knowledge of CIG (Cloud Integration Gateway) mapping and technical customizing.
Bachelor’s Degree in a technical or supply chain discipline (Computer Science, Operations, or Business).
SAP Ariba Certification is a significant advantage.