SAP ARIBA Buying and Invoicing Consultant

SAP ARIBA Buying and Invoicing Consultant Grand Rapids, MI | 8-10 years of experience Job Description The SAP Ariba B&I Lead is responsible for end‑to‑end ownership of Ariba Buying & Invoicing initiatives, providing functional and delivery leadership across sourcing, contracting, buying, and invoicing processes. This role operates at a lead level, combining technical project management, functional domain expertise, and independent problem‑solving, with accountability for successful execution in fast‑paced, global environments. Key Responsibilities Own end‑to‑end delivery of SAP Ariba B&I workstreams, covering scope, timelines, dependencies, and execution. Drive project deliverables across fast‑paced and parallel initiatives, ensuring outcomes meet business and program objectives. Proactively manage risks, issues, and dependencies, resolving challenges with minimal escalation. Serve as the primary point of accountability for delivery success within the Ariba B&I domain. Functional Leadership – SAP Ariba B&I Sourcing and contracting integration Buying and invoicing processes Upstream and downstream process interactions Understand how tools, integrations, and business processes interact across the source‑to‑pay landscape. Guide solution design decisions to ensure scalable, compliant, and business‑aligned outcomes. Support and advise stakeholders on best practices and process optimization within Ariba B&I. Technical Project Management & Execution Apply technical project management skills to plan, track, and execute Ariba B&I implementations. Manage task execution, sequencing, and handoffs across functional and technical resources. Ensure alignment between business requirements, system configuration, and delivery timelines. Support implementation activities based on prior experience in similar Ariba B&I programs. Leadership, Independence & Problem Solving Operate with a high degree of independence, proactively identifying solutions without constant oversight. Act as a lead‑level decision maker, resolving issues and guiding teams toward resolution. Mentor and guide junior team members as needed to maintain delivery momentum and quality. Collaborate effectively with global, cross‑functional teams and stakeholders. Stakeholder & Global Collaboration Communicate clearly and effectively with business, technical, and program stakeholders. Provide regular status updates, risk outlooks, and progress reporting. Demonstrate flexibility to align with PST time zone, while supporting collaboration across global time zones. Generic Managerial Skills Lead and manage end to end SAP Ariba B&I delivery, with accountability for scope, timelines, quality, and business outcomes across sourcing, buying, and invoicing workstreams. Provide functional and delivery leadership for SAP Ariba B&I implementations, ensuring seamless interaction across tools, integrations, and source to pay processes. Drive planning, task allocation, execution tracking, and risk mitigation for fast paced, multi stream Ariba projects with minimal escalation. Act as the primary stakeholder interface, translating business requirements into scalable and compliant Ariba B&I solutions and ensuring alignment across global teams. Establish and enforce delivery governance, execution standards, and best practices for Ariba B&I configuration and deployment. Mentor and guide team members, promoting strong ownership, independent problem solving, and consistent delivery quality. Oversee status reporting, dependency management, and executive communication, providing clear visibility into progress, risks, and decisions. Manage delivery across global time zones, ensuring alignment with PST based stakeholders while supporting extended coverage as required. Key Words to Search in Resume SAP Ariba Buying & Invoicing (B&I) SAP Ariba Lead Source to Pay (S2P) End to End Delivery Ownership Technical Project Management Functional Lead Team Management Stakeholder Management Sourcing & Contracting Integration Buying & Invoicing Processes Ariba Configuration & Deployment Process Design & Optimization Risk & Issue Management Dependency Management Fast Paced Implementations Global Delivery Model Executive Reporting Governance & Best Practices Independent Problem Solving Cross Functional Collaboration ERP Integration Change Management PST Time Zone Support Agile Delivery Program Execution TCS Employee Benefits Summary Discretionary Annual Incentive. Comprehensive Medical Coverage: Medical & Health, Dental & Vision, Disability Planning & Insurance, Pet Insurance Plans. Family Support: Maternal & Parental Leaves. Insurance Options: Auto & Home Insurance, Identity Theft Protection. Convenience & Professional Growth: Commuter Benefits & Certification & Training Reimbursement. Time Off: Vacation, Time Off, Sick Leave & Holidays. Legal & Financial Assistance: Legal Assistance, 401K Plan, Performance Bonus, College Fund, Student Loan Refinancing. #J-18808-Ljbffr