Role Title: SAP Ariba Functional Manager
Location: London
Salary: Competitive salary and package dependent on experience
Accenture is a leading global professional services company, providing a broad range of services in strategy and consulting, interactive, technology and operations, with digital capabilities across all of these services. With our thought leadership and culture of innovation, we apply industry expertise, diverse skill sets and next-generation technology to each business challenge.
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In our team you will:
As an SAP Ariba Functional Manager at Accenture, you will be an integral part of growing the SAP UK & Ireland practice and delivering large scale Source to Pay transformations. In this senior role you will help define approaches, deployment roadmaps and lead the projects from start to finish. Your strong business process knowledge, combined with your in-depth SAP Ariba expertise will be key to effectively serving our clients. This role will give you the opportunity to support global companies achieve their Sourcing & Procurement ambitions and to shape new deals.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead and manage SAP Ariba implementation projects, ensuring successful delivery and alignment with business objectives.
* Serve as a solution architect or delivery lead on SAP Ariba projects, providing strategic direction and technical expertise.
* Drive business process transformation initiatives, leveraging SAP Ariba best practices to optimize sourcing and procurement processes.
* Articulate client requirements into scalable, best-practice SAP Ariba solutions aligned with procurement transformation goals.
* Oversee process integrations, ensuring seamless connectivity between SAP Ariba, SAP modules and other enterprise systems.
* Lead presales and business development activities, including RFP/RFI responses, solution demos, and client workshops.
* Build and lead a high-performing team, fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment.
* Develop and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including business leaders, IT teams, and external partners.
* Provide expert guidance on SAP Ariba solutions, staying current with industry trends and advancements.
* Conduct regular performance reviews, providing feedback and coaching to team members.
* Ensure compliance with company policies, industry regulations, and best practices.
Qualifications:
* 10-12 years of strong implementation experience in SAP Ariba.
* Proven experience delivering projects across SAP Ariba modules:
* SAP Business Network
* SAP Ariba Strategic Sourcing Suite (SAP Ariba Sourcing, SAP Ariba Contracts, SAP Ariba Collaborative Sourcing)
* SAP Ariba Buying and Invoicing (SAP Ariba Buying, SAP Ariba Catalog, SAP Ariba Invoice Management, SAP Ariba Contract Invoicing)
* SAP Ariba Supplier Lifecycle and Performance (SLP)
* SAP Ariba Supplier Risk
* Proven track record as a solution architect or delivery lead on SAP Ariba implementation projects.
* Demonstrated ability to drive internal consulting practice development, contributing to knowledge assets, accelerators, methodologies, and training programs.
* Experience in building strategic partnerships with SAP and other technology vendors to enhance solution offerings and drive Accenture’s business growth.
* Hands-on experience in SAP Ariba upstream or downstream processes.
* Recognized as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in SAP Ariba.
* Extensive experience in business process transformation and process integrations.
* In-depth knowledge of SAP Ariba best practices for sourcing and procurement.
* Experience in presales support and strategic partnership building.
* Exceptional team-building and leadership skills.
* Excellent communication and analytical skills.
* Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
* Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
* Desirable skills: Experience with CIG (Cloud Integration Gateway), Signavio and industry experience in some of the following sectors:
Pharma, Retail, Consumer Goods, Oil & Gas, and Utilities.
What’s in it for you:
At Accenture in addition to a competitive basic salary, you will also have an extensive benefits package which includes 30 days’ vacation per year, private medical insurance and 3 extra days leave per year for charitable work of your choice!
Flexibility and mobility are required to deliver this role as there will be requirements to spend time onsite with our clients and partners to enable delivery of the first-class services we are known for.