Technical Administrator - Ariba

Key Responsibilities: 

System Management and Support 

• Oversee the administration and maintenance of the SAP Ariba platform to ensure maximum utilization of Ariba functionalities for Sourcing & Procurement and customers. 

• Develop and maintain documentation on system configurations, workflows, and integrations. 

• Ensure seamless integration and data flow between SAP Ariba, SAP Fieldglass, SAP ECC, and Workday systems. 

• Implement and manage Ariba modules such as Procure-to-Pay (P2P), Supplier Lifecycle & Performance (SLP), and Contract Management. 

• Enforce standard catalog descriptions, commodity coding, schema, and taxonomy by commodity  

• Act as the escalation point for Ariba issues and challenges, providing timely resolutions.  Provide user support and training and resolve any technical issues or process questions. 

• Lead system maintenance, troubleshooting, and error correction processes. 

• Engage SAP Ariba for technical support as necessary. 

• Manage user roles, access rights, and security within the system. 

• Monitor data uploads with peripheral systems. 

• Enable Ariba modules to support RFx development. 

• Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and coordinate with SAP support as needed. 

Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX) Requests 

• Ensure compliance with the Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX) by managing and documenting financial reporting and internal control requests. 

• Collaborate effectively with other teams to gather information for SOX audits and reviews. 

• Maintain accurate records of SOX requests and ensure timely responses to auditors and compliance teams. 

• Collaborate with IT and finance teams to enhance SOX compliance systems and processes. 

• Assist in preparing and submitting SOX compliance reports to regulatory bodies and auditors. 

• Ensure compliance with company procurement policies and procedures through proper system configuration. 

Contract Compliance 

• Support monthly reporting for business management and compliance processes. 

• Provide monthly and quarterly reporting and presentations on performance metrics. 

Enhancements and System Optimization 

• Manage the workflow for approval of new catalogs and maintenance of existing catalogs (e.g., pricing, adding/subtracting items to meet customer requirements). 

• Serve as the key point of contact with Ariba Support on system customizations (e.g., field, system parameter changes). 

• Proactively prepare for and lead through new system releases and updates. 

• Stay up to date with SAP Ariba and Fieldglass updates, patches, and best practices. 

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and IT teams to understand business requirements and configure Ariba to meet those needs. 

Qualifications: 

• Degree in Information Systems, Business Administration, or a related field (or equivalent experience) preferred. 

• 5+ years of hands-on experience with SAP Ariba administration and configuration. 

• Strong understanding of SAP Fieldglass and its integration with SAP Ariba. 

• Experience and proficient understanding of APIs. 

• Experience with procurement processes and solutions. 

• Technical proficiency in system troubleshooting, reporting, and analysis. 

• Ability to manage system updates and enhancements, including testing and release management. 

• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams. 

• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills. 

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Experience with other SAP modules (e.g., SAP S/4HANA) is a plus. 

• SAP Ariba and/or SAP Fieldglass certification.