SAP Implementation/Procurement Specialist

SAP Implementation Procurement Specialist

Location: Jamaica, NY/ Floral Park, NY (Hybrid- 3 days On-Site) Industry: Public Sector / Large-Scale Operations Reports To: Director, Procurement / Supply Chain Systems (or similar)

Position Overview

Our client is seeking a highly skilled SAP Implementation Procurement Specialist with strong Procure-to-Pay (P2P) implementation experience to support and advance a recently launched SAP S/4HANA – Ariba SCC cloud environment.

This role is responsible for leading a team of individual contributors, managing execution, and driving the continued implementation, configuration, and optimization of Ariba SCC.

The position plays a critical role in modernizing procurement operations by sunsetting legacy financial and supply chain systems while establishing scalable, compliant, and sustainable workflows across a complex public-sector supply chain environment.

The successful candidate will serve as a strategic and operational partner to procurement, finance, and operations teams, ensuring efficient supplier collaboration while maintaining compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the continued implementation, deployment, and configuration of the SAP S/4HANA Ariba SCC cloud module in collaboration with cross-functional stakeholders to meet Procure-to-Pay (P2P) business requirements
• Oversee ongoing system configuration and maintenance across the Ariba/S4HANA cloud environment, including:
• Purchase requisition and purchase order formatting
• Change order enablement
• Contract management
• Multi-line requisitioning and invoicing
• Invoice automation and returns
• Advanced shipping collaboration, including handling of tariffs, fixed costs, asset recognition, and goods receipts
• Drive data- and metrics-based procurement planning and resource allocation aligned with long-term business objectives
• Partner with finance and operations teams to optimize SAP and Ariba functionality related to budgeting, forecasting, cost control, and spend analysis
• Design, develop, and refine system-driven supplier evaluation frameworks to improve data quality, supplier reliability, and operational efficiency
• Identify and mitigate procurement and compliance risks during the transition from legacy systems to the new SAP/Ariba platform
• Lead cross-functional initiatives that enhance procurement processes, increase visibility into sourcing opportunities, and support supplier diversity and sustainability goals
• Manage day-to-day operational performance of the team, including workflow, throughput, accuracy, compliance, and delivery against established timelines and budgets
• Provide ongoing performance management, coaching, and development for direct reports

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree or Master's degree in Business, Analytics, or a related discipline preferred
• Proven hands-on experience with SAP Ariba Supply Chain Collaboration (SCC) and Procure-to-Pay (P2P) implementations
• Strong background leading or supporting SAP S/4HANA and Ariba cloud deployments
• Demonstrated experience managing teams and driving performance in a complex, highly regulated environment
• Strong understanding of procurement operations, supplier collaboration, and compliance requirements
• Excellent cross-functional communication and stakeholder management skills

In accordance with New York salary transparency requirements, the anticipated annual base salary range for this position is: $95,000-$135,000 annually. Actual compensation will be based on experience, qualifications, and demonstrated project leadership background.