Infoplus Technologies UK Ltd
Hi, SAP Technical Architect FTE London, UK (4 days per week from office for the first few months and then 3 days per week from office) Key responsibilities Own technical architecture and solution design across SuccessFactors, S/4HANA Finance, and Ariba. Define integration architecture (Real Time and batch) between SF, S/4HANA, Ariba, and third-party systems using CPI/PI/PO, APIs, Middleware, IDocs, RFCs, REST/SOAP. Lead design for S/4HANA Finance data model, Fiori/UI5 apps, and extension strategies (BTP, side-by-side, in-app). Design and implement SAP Ariba integration (Ariba Network, Cloud Integration Gateway), catalog, contracts, and P2P technical setup as required. Lead SuccessFactors technical implementations (Employee Central, Payroll integration, Provisioning/OData APIs, extensions). Oversee custom development: ABAP (RAP, CDS, AMDP), SAPUI5/Fiori, BTP services, and Java/Node integrations where applicable. Define non-functional requirements: performance, availability, security, compliance, backup/recovery. Establish coding standards, CI/CD pipelines, transports, and release governance. Mentor development teams, perform code/design reviews, and provide technical guidance during testing and go-live. Collaborate with business architects, functional leads, security, and operations for solution acceptance and post-go-live support.
Hi, SAP Technical Architect FTE London, UK (4 days per week from office for the first few months and then 3 days per week from office) Key responsibilities Own technical architecture and solution design across SuccessFactors, S/4HANA Finance, and Ariba. Define integration architecture (Real Time and batch) between SF, S/4HANA, Ariba, and third-party systems using CPI/PI/PO, APIs, Middleware, IDocs, RFCs, REST/SOAP. Lead design for S/4HANA Finance data model, Fiori/UI5 apps, and extension strategies (BTP, side-by-side, in-app). Design and implement SAP Ariba integration (Ariba Network, Cloud Integration Gateway), catalog, contracts, and P2P technical setup as required. Lead SuccessFactors technical implementations (Employee Central, Payroll integration, Provisioning/OData APIs, extensions). Oversee custom development: ABAP (RAP, CDS, AMDP), SAPUI5/Fiori, BTP services, and Java/Node integrations where applicable. Define non-functional requirements: performance, availability, security, compliance, backup/recovery. Establish coding standards, CI/CD pipelines, transports, and release governance. Mentor development teams, perform code/design reviews, and provide technical guidance during testing and go-live. Collaborate with business architects, functional leads, security, and operations for solution acceptance and post-go-live support.
Wella Operations US LLC
Merton, London
Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: Create Alert Position Title: SAP Access Management Lead Location: Wimbledon (Hybrid) Reports to: ERP Platform Lead ABOUT THE WELLA COMPANY Together, WE enable individuals to look, feel, and be their true selves. Wella Company is one of the world's leading beauty companies, comprised of a family of iconic brands such as Wella Professionals, Clairol, OPI, Nioxin and ghd. With 6,000 employees globally, presence in over 100 countries, Wella Company and its brands enable consumers to look, feel, and be their true selves. As innovators in the hair and nail industry, Wella Company empowers its people to delight consumers, inspire beauty professionals, engage communities, and deliver sustainable growth to its stakeholders. For additional information about the Wella Company please visit . THE ROLE The SAP Access Management & Governance Lead is accountable for defining, governing, and continuously improving SAP access management, security governance, and compliance across Wella's global SAP landscape. This role owns the end-to-end operating model for SAP access management, ensuring that the right individuals have the right access at the right time while maintaining compliance with regulatory and audit requirements. The role is responsible for Segregation of Duties (SoD), access governance, approval workflows, role ownership, audit readiness, risk management, and the overall maturity of SAP security processes. Working closely with Business Owners, Internal Audit, Cybersecurity, Enterprise Architecture, SAP Basis, and strategic service partners, the SAP Access Management & Governance Lead will establish sustainable governance processes, drive security transformation initiatives, and ensure Wella maintains a secure, scalable, and audit-ready SAP environment. The role combines strategic leadership, governance ownership, and operational oversight and will play a key role in shaping the future SAP security and identity governance landscape at Wella. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Governance & Strategy Define and own Wella's SAP Access Management operating model. Establish and govern SAP access management policies, standards, and controls. Drive the long-term SAP access governance strategy and roadmap. Act as the design authority for SAP access governance during major transformation programmes and SAP implementations. Define ownership models for SAP roles, business processes, mitigating controls, and approval authorities. Govern access management across Wella's SAP ecosystem including ECC, S/4HANA, SAP BTP, Datasphere, SAC, Ariba, SuccessFactors, Concur, Emarsys, and future SAP platforms. 2. Segregation of Duties (SoD) & Risk Management Own and maintain the global SAP SoD framework. Define governance processes for identifying, approving, mitigating, and monitoring access risks. Partner with business stakeholders to ensure risk acceptance and mitigation processes are effective and documented. Perform regular risk assessments of SAP roles and access models. Drive reduction of access risks and toxic combinations across the SAP landscape. Oversee management of privileged and emergency access, including Firefighter access controls and reviews. 3. Audit, Compliance & Controls Own SAP access-related controls supporting SOX, GDPR, ISO27001 and other regulatory requirements. Act as the primary point of contact for internal and external auditors. Lead remediation of audit findings and compliance gaps. Establish sustainable, audit-ready processes and evidence repositories. Ensure audit evidence can be produced efficiently and consistently. Monitor control effectiveness and drive continuous improvement activities. Prevent repeat audit findings through robust governance and process enhancement. 4. Access Request Management & Provisioning Own the design and governance of SAP access request and approval processes. Define approval authorities, role ownership responsibilities, and escalation paths. Ensure end-to-end traceability and auditability of all access requests. Govern Joiner, Mover, Leaver (JML) processes across SAP applications. Oversee provisioning and de-provisioning activities delivered by support partners. Drive automation and simplification of access management processes through workflow and identity governance tools. Ensure timely and accurate access provisioning aligned with agreed service levels. 5. Access Certifications & Role Management Own periodic user access reviews and certifications. Ensure role reviews are performed regularly by designated business owners. Establish governance around role design, naming standards, documentation, and approval processes. Reduce role complexity and promote role standardisation across SAP systems. Ensure clear ownership exists for all SAP roles and access profiles. Act as service owner for third-party SAP access management and security services. Govern managed service providers, ensuring delivery against SLAs, KPIs, compliance obligations, and contractual commitments. Drive continuous service improvements with strategic partners. Ensure retention of knowledge, process documentation, and governance controls during supplier transitions. Establish clear accountability models between Wella, business stakeholders, and service providers. 7. Security Transformation & Continuous Improvement Lead SAP Identity Governance and Access Management initiatives. Define future-state capabilities leveraging SAP GRC, SAP IAG, SailPoint and related governance technologies. Partner with Cybersecurity and Enterprise Architecture to ensure secure-by-design principles are embedded within SAP programmes. Drive maturity improvements across access governance, compliance, automation, and reporting. Build sustainable operating procedures and governance frameworks that scale with business growth. 8. Leadership & Stakeholder Management Provide leadership and subject matter expertise across all SAP access management activities. Build strong relationships with Business Process Owners, Audit, Cybersecurity, Compliance, HR, and Technology teams. Communicate risks, audit findings, compliance issues, and remediation plans to leadership. Translate technical security concepts into business-focused recommendations. Champion a culture of accountability, governance, and compliance across the organisation. ESSENTIAL SKILLS, EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS Education: Bachelor's Degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Cyber Security, or related discipline. Experience: 10+ years' experience in SAP Security, Access Management, Identity Governance, or Risk & Compliance. Proven experience building or transforming SAP access management capabilities within large global organisations. Experience acting as the primary interface for external and internal audits. Proven experience implementing and operating SoD frameworks and access governance controls. Strong understanding of SAP ECC and S/4HANA security concepts. Experience governing outsourced or managed security service providers. Experience supporting SAP transformation programmes, migrations, or cloud adoption initiatives. Experience establishing and driving access management operating models and governance frameworks. WHAT WE OFFER 25 days holiday + additional day off for your birthday (not including bank holidays) 3 days' personal leave for your own signification life events 2 paid days off for volunteering/charity work Optional Wella Pension Scheme (8% employer contribution, 3% employee contribution) Optional Family Private Medical Insurance Cover Income Protection Life Insurance (8x base salary up to 2 million payable in the event of your death in service of Wella) Staff Discount (80% of all hair products, 40% OPI, 1 x 50% ghd) EAP (Employee Assistance Program) Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave Eye Tests WOW Program (Bonus following exit from KKR, eligible after successful probation. For permanent employees only) Workplace/Nursery Benefits 4 weeks working remotely abroad Early Friday Finish during Summer EEO OPPORTUNITIES The Wella Company wants to meet the aims and commitments set out in its equality policy. This includes not discriminating under the Equality Act 2010 and building an accurate picture of the make-up of the workforce in encouraging equality and diversity. We offer equal employment opportunity to qualified individuals without regard to race, religion or belief, color, national origin, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital or civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Wella Company with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact us at: . click apply for full job details
Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: Create Alert Position Title: SAP Access Management Lead Location: Wimbledon (Hybrid) Reports to: ERP Platform Lead ABOUT THE WELLA COMPANY Together, WE enable individuals to look, feel, and be their true selves. Wella Company is one of the world's leading beauty companies, comprised of a family of iconic brands such as Wella Professionals, Clairol, OPI, Nioxin and ghd. With 6,000 employees globally, presence in over 100 countries, Wella Company and its brands enable consumers to look, feel, and be their true selves. As innovators in the hair and nail industry, Wella Company empowers its people to delight consumers, inspire beauty professionals, engage communities, and deliver sustainable growth to its stakeholders. For additional information about the Wella Company please visit . THE ROLE The SAP Access Management & Governance Lead is accountable for defining, governing, and continuously improving SAP access management, security governance, and compliance across Wella's global SAP landscape. This role owns the end-to-end operating model for SAP access management, ensuring that the right individuals have the right access at the right time while maintaining compliance with regulatory and audit requirements. The role is responsible for Segregation of Duties (SoD), access governance, approval workflows, role ownership, audit readiness, risk management, and the overall maturity of SAP security processes. Working closely with Business Owners, Internal Audit, Cybersecurity, Enterprise Architecture, SAP Basis, and strategic service partners, the SAP Access Management & Governance Lead will establish sustainable governance processes, drive security transformation initiatives, and ensure Wella maintains a secure, scalable, and audit-ready SAP environment. The role combines strategic leadership, governance ownership, and operational oversight and will play a key role in shaping the future SAP security and identity governance landscape at Wella. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Governance & Strategy Define and own Wella's SAP Access Management operating model. Establish and govern SAP access management policies, standards, and controls. Drive the long-term SAP access governance strategy and roadmap. Act as the design authority for SAP access governance during major transformation programmes and SAP implementations. Define ownership models for SAP roles, business processes, mitigating controls, and approval authorities. Govern access management across Wella's SAP ecosystem including ECC, S/4HANA, SAP BTP, Datasphere, SAC, Ariba, SuccessFactors, Concur, Emarsys, and future SAP platforms. 2. Segregation of Duties (SoD) & Risk Management Own and maintain the global SAP SoD framework. Define governance processes for identifying, approving, mitigating, and monitoring access risks. Partner with business stakeholders to ensure risk acceptance and mitigation processes are effective and documented. Perform regular risk assessments of SAP roles and access models. Drive reduction of access risks and toxic combinations across the SAP landscape. Oversee management of privileged and emergency access, including Firefighter access controls and reviews. 3. Audit, Compliance & Controls Own SAP access-related controls supporting SOX, GDPR, ISO27001 and other regulatory requirements. Act as the primary point of contact for internal and external auditors. Lead remediation of audit findings and compliance gaps. Establish sustainable, audit-ready processes and evidence repositories. Ensure audit evidence can be produced efficiently and consistently. Monitor control effectiveness and drive continuous improvement activities. Prevent repeat audit findings through robust governance and process enhancement. 4. Access Request Management & Provisioning Own the design and governance of SAP access request and approval processes. Define approval authorities, role ownership responsibilities, and escalation paths. Ensure end-to-end traceability and auditability of all access requests. Govern Joiner, Mover, Leaver (JML) processes across SAP applications. Oversee provisioning and de-provisioning activities delivered by support partners. Drive automation and simplification of access management processes through workflow and identity governance tools. Ensure timely and accurate access provisioning aligned with agreed service levels. 5. Access Certifications & Role Management Own periodic user access reviews and certifications. Ensure role reviews are performed regularly by designated business owners. Establish governance around role design, naming standards, documentation, and approval processes. Reduce role complexity and promote role standardisation across SAP systems. Ensure clear ownership exists for all SAP roles and access profiles. Act as service owner for third-party SAP access management and security services. Govern managed service providers, ensuring delivery against SLAs, KPIs, compliance obligations, and contractual commitments. Drive continuous service improvements with strategic partners. Ensure retention of knowledge, process documentation, and governance controls during supplier transitions. Establish clear accountability models between Wella, business stakeholders, and service providers. 7. Security Transformation & Continuous Improvement Lead SAP Identity Governance and Access Management initiatives. Define future-state capabilities leveraging SAP GRC, SAP IAG, SailPoint and related governance technologies. Partner with Cybersecurity and Enterprise Architecture to ensure secure-by-design principles are embedded within SAP programmes. Drive maturity improvements across access governance, compliance, automation, and reporting. Build sustainable operating procedures and governance frameworks that scale with business growth. 8. Leadership & Stakeholder Management Provide leadership and subject matter expertise across all SAP access management activities. Build strong relationships with Business Process Owners, Audit, Cybersecurity, Compliance, HR, and Technology teams. Communicate risks, audit findings, compliance issues, and remediation plans to leadership. Translate technical security concepts into business-focused recommendations. Champion a culture of accountability, governance, and compliance across the organisation. ESSENTIAL SKILLS, EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS Education: Bachelor's Degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Cyber Security, or related discipline. Experience: 10+ years' experience in SAP Security, Access Management, Identity Governance, or Risk & Compliance. Proven experience building or transforming SAP access management capabilities within large global organisations. Experience acting as the primary interface for external and internal audits. Proven experience implementing and operating SoD frameworks and access governance controls. Strong understanding of SAP ECC and S/4HANA security concepts. Experience governing outsourced or managed security service providers. Experience supporting SAP transformation programmes, migrations, or cloud adoption initiatives. Experience establishing and driving access management operating models and governance frameworks. WHAT WE OFFER 25 days holiday + additional day off for your birthday (not including bank holidays) 3 days' personal leave for your own signification life events 2 paid days off for volunteering/charity work Optional Wella Pension Scheme (8% employer contribution, 3% employee contribution) Optional Family Private Medical Insurance Cover Income Protection Life Insurance (8x base salary up to 2 million payable in the event of your death in service of Wella) Staff Discount (80% of all hair products, 40% OPI, 1 x 50% ghd) EAP (Employee Assistance Program) Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave Eye Tests WOW Program (Bonus following exit from KKR, eligible after successful probation. For permanent employees only) Workplace/Nursery Benefits 4 weeks working remotely abroad Early Friday Finish during Summer EEO OPPORTUNITIES The Wella Company wants to meet the aims and commitments set out in its equality policy. This includes not discriminating under the Equality Act 2010 and building an accurate picture of the make-up of the workforce in encouraging equality and diversity. We offer equal employment opportunity to qualified individuals without regard to race, religion or belief, color, national origin, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital or civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Wella Company with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact us at: . click apply for full job details
N Consulting Limited
SAP Technical Architect at N Consulting Ltd Role: SAP Technical Architect Location: London, UK Is it Permanent / Contract: Open for both Perm/Contract . Is it Onsite/Remote/Hybrid: 4 days per week from office for the first few months and then 3 days per week from office Job Description: SAP Technical Arch role (Onsite) Key Responsibilities Own technical architecture and solution design across SuccessFactors, S/4HANA Finance, and Ariba. Define integration architecture (real-time and batch) between SF, S/4HANA, Ariba, and third-party systems using CPI/PI/PO, APIs, middleware, IDocs, RFCs, REST/SOAP. Lead design for S/4HANA Finance data model, Fiori/UI5 apps, and extension strategies (BTP, side-by-side, in-app). Design and implement SAP Ariba integration (Ariba Network, Cloud Integration Gateway), catalog, contracts, and P2P technical setup as required. Lead SuccessFactors technical implementations (Employee Central, Payroll integration, Provisioning/OData APIs, extensions). Oversee custom development: ABAP (RAP, CDS, AMDP), SAPUI5/Fiori, BTP services, and Java/Node integrations where applicable. Define non-functional requirements: performance, availability, security, compliance, backup/recovery. Establish coding standards, CI/CD pipelines, transports, and release governance. Mentor development teams, perform code/design reviews, and provide technical guidance during testing and go-live. Collaborate with business architects, functional leads, security, and operations for solution acceptance and post-go-live support.
SAP Technical Architect at N Consulting Ltd Role: SAP Technical Architect Location: London, UK Is it Permanent / Contract: Open for both Perm/Contract . Is it Onsite/Remote/Hybrid: 4 days per week from office for the first few months and then 3 days per week from office Job Description: SAP Technical Arch role (Onsite) Key Responsibilities Own technical architecture and solution design across SuccessFactors, S/4HANA Finance, and Ariba. Define integration architecture (real-time and batch) between SF, S/4HANA, Ariba, and third-party systems using CPI/PI/PO, APIs, middleware, IDocs, RFCs, REST/SOAP. Lead design for S/4HANA Finance data model, Fiori/UI5 apps, and extension strategies (BTP, side-by-side, in-app). Design and implement SAP Ariba integration (Ariba Network, Cloud Integration Gateway), catalog, contracts, and P2P technical setup as required. Lead SuccessFactors technical implementations (Employee Central, Payroll integration, Provisioning/OData APIs, extensions). Oversee custom development: ABAP (RAP, CDS, AMDP), SAPUI5/Fiori, BTP services, and Java/Node integrations where applicable. Define non-functional requirements: performance, availability, security, compliance, backup/recovery. Establish coding standards, CI/CD pipelines, transports, and release governance. Mentor development teams, perform code/design reviews, and provide technical guidance during testing and go-live. Collaborate with business architects, functional leads, security, and operations for solution acceptance and post-go-live support.
N Consulting Limited
LocationLondon, England, United Kingdom# SAP Ariba at N Consulting LtdLocationLondon, England, United KingdomSalary£65000 - £70000 /yearJob TypeFull-timeDate PostedMay 6th, 2026Apply Now Role - Project Manager - SAP Ariba Location - London, UK Fulltime Role Work Mode - (Hybrid 4 days from office) Job Description: Project Manager - SAP Ariba • Location: Canary Wharf, London (4 days per week from Office) • Program Context: S/4HANA Implementation - Finance, Procurement (Ariba), HCM (SuccessFactors), Concur Role Overview We are seeking a delivery focused Project Manager to lead the end to end planning and execution of the SAP Ariba workstream within a fast paced, time and budget constrained transformation program. This role orchestrates multi disciplinary teams to implement and roll out Ariba (Buying & Invoicing, Guided Buying, Sourcing, Contracts, Supplier Lifecycle & Performance) integrated with S/4HANA, enabling best practice Source to Pay, supplier enablement, and compliance across the enterprise. Key Responsibilities Delivery Ownership & Planning • Own the Ariba workstream scope, roadmap, and delivery plan aligned to program milestones and business objectives. • Build and maintain integrated schedules and resource plans; manage critical path and stage gates for design, build, test, cutover, and hypercare. • Define clear deliverables (templates, configurations, integrations, onboarding plans) and acceptance criteria. Scope, Change & Governance • Establish scope baseline for Ariba modules and integrations; control change via structured impact assessments and PMO/CAB governance. • Ensure alignment with enterprise architecture, procurement policies, data governance, and security/compliance standards. RAID (Risks, Assumptions, Issues, Dependencies) • Proactively manage RAID with timely mitigation and escalation; maintain transparent logs and dashboards. • Coordinate dependencies with S/4HANA (MM, AP, Business Partner/Vendor master), Finance, HR (for approvals/roles), and Concur where relevant. Stakeholder Management & Communication • Engage Procurement, AP, Finance, Legal, IT Security, and business stakeholders to confirm priorities, benefits, and release sequencing. • Run steering committees, working groups, and sprint ceremonies; deliver concise status reporting on scope, schedule, budget, and risks. Team Leadership & Vendor/Partner Management • Coordinate internal functional/process teams, integration/data teams, and external SI/SAP resources (near/offshore). • Govern vendor deliverables and SLAs; resolve resourcing gaps and optimize throughput across parallel workstreams. Technical Oversight (Non Hands On) • Partner with Solution Architects and Functional Leads to assure fit for purpose designs for Ariba Buying & Invoicing, Guided Buying, Sourcing, Contracts, and SLP. • Oversee integration approach (e.g., SAP Ariba Cloud Integration Gateway, SAP Integration Suite) to S/4HANA and non SAP systems; track readiness for master data, catalogs, approvals, and invoicing. • Ensure supplier enablement plans, catalog strategy, approval matrices, and control frameworks meet business and compliance needs. Supplier Enablement & Change Management • Lead supplier onboarding to Ariba Network, communication plans, and training; monitor enablement KPIs (e.g., PO compliance, e invoicing adoption). • Drive organizational change and end user training for buyers, requesters, approvers, and AP teams; manage cutover communications. Quality, Testing & Release Management • Define and execute test strategy (SIT, UAT, integration, performance, security) for end to end Source to Pay processes. • Plan releases and cutovers; coordinate data migration (vendors/business partners, contracts, catalogs), hypercare, and handover to BAU. Financial Management & Benefits Tracking • Manage workstream budget, forecasts, and variances; ensure cost controls and accurate vendor invoicing. • Track delivery outcomes against KPIs (e.g., cycle time, maverick spend reduction, PO/invoice first time right) and report benefits realization. Required Skills & Experience • Proven experience delivering SAP Ariba programs in enterprise environments, covering at least two of: Buying & Invoicing, Guided Buying, Sourcing, Contracts, Supplier Lifecycle & Performance. • Strong understanding of S/4HANA procurement and finance processes (MM, AP, Business Partner/Vendor master) and Ariba-S/4 integration patterns. • Demonstrated success managing complex multi vendor projects under tight timelines and budgets. • Mastery of RAID management, scope/change control, and PMO governance in hybrid Agile/Waterfall settings. • Practical knowledge of integration technologies (Ariba CIG, SAP Integration Suite) and data migration for vendors, contracts, and catalogs. • Experience leading supplier enablement programs and driving adoption of Ariba Network and e invoicing. • Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and vendor management skills; able to translate procurement priorities into executable delivery plans. • Proficiency with delivery tooling (e.g., Azure DevOps/Jira, MS Project/Smartsheet) and executive reporting.
LocationLondon, England, United Kingdom# SAP Ariba at N Consulting LtdLocationLondon, England, United KingdomSalary£65000 - £70000 /yearJob TypeFull-timeDate PostedMay 6th, 2026Apply Now Role - Project Manager - SAP Ariba Location - London, UK Fulltime Role Work Mode - (Hybrid 4 days from office) Job Description: Project Manager - SAP Ariba • Location: Canary Wharf, London (4 days per week from Office) • Program Context: S/4HANA Implementation - Finance, Procurement (Ariba), HCM (SuccessFactors), Concur Role Overview We are seeking a delivery focused Project Manager to lead the end to end planning and execution of the SAP Ariba workstream within a fast paced, time and budget constrained transformation program. This role orchestrates multi disciplinary teams to implement and roll out Ariba (Buying & Invoicing, Guided Buying, Sourcing, Contracts, Supplier Lifecycle & Performance) integrated with S/4HANA, enabling best practice Source to Pay, supplier enablement, and compliance across the enterprise. Key Responsibilities Delivery Ownership & Planning • Own the Ariba workstream scope, roadmap, and delivery plan aligned to program milestones and business objectives. • Build and maintain integrated schedules and resource plans; manage critical path and stage gates for design, build, test, cutover, and hypercare. • Define clear deliverables (templates, configurations, integrations, onboarding plans) and acceptance criteria. Scope, Change & Governance • Establish scope baseline for Ariba modules and integrations; control change via structured impact assessments and PMO/CAB governance. • Ensure alignment with enterprise architecture, procurement policies, data governance, and security/compliance standards. RAID (Risks, Assumptions, Issues, Dependencies) • Proactively manage RAID with timely mitigation and escalation; maintain transparent logs and dashboards. • Coordinate dependencies with S/4HANA (MM, AP, Business Partner/Vendor master), Finance, HR (for approvals/roles), and Concur where relevant. Stakeholder Management & Communication • Engage Procurement, AP, Finance, Legal, IT Security, and business stakeholders to confirm priorities, benefits, and release sequencing. • Run steering committees, working groups, and sprint ceremonies; deliver concise status reporting on scope, schedule, budget, and risks. Team Leadership & Vendor/Partner Management • Coordinate internal functional/process teams, integration/data teams, and external SI/SAP resources (near/offshore). • Govern vendor deliverables and SLAs; resolve resourcing gaps and optimize throughput across parallel workstreams. Technical Oversight (Non Hands On) • Partner with Solution Architects and Functional Leads to assure fit for purpose designs for Ariba Buying & Invoicing, Guided Buying, Sourcing, Contracts, and SLP. • Oversee integration approach (e.g., SAP Ariba Cloud Integration Gateway, SAP Integration Suite) to S/4HANA and non SAP systems; track readiness for master data, catalogs, approvals, and invoicing. • Ensure supplier enablement plans, catalog strategy, approval matrices, and control frameworks meet business and compliance needs. Supplier Enablement & Change Management • Lead supplier onboarding to Ariba Network, communication plans, and training; monitor enablement KPIs (e.g., PO compliance, e invoicing adoption). • Drive organizational change and end user training for buyers, requesters, approvers, and AP teams; manage cutover communications. Quality, Testing & Release Management • Define and execute test strategy (SIT, UAT, integration, performance, security) for end to end Source to Pay processes. • Plan releases and cutovers; coordinate data migration (vendors/business partners, contracts, catalogs), hypercare, and handover to BAU. Financial Management & Benefits Tracking • Manage workstream budget, forecasts, and variances; ensure cost controls and accurate vendor invoicing. • Track delivery outcomes against KPIs (e.g., cycle time, maverick spend reduction, PO/invoice first time right) and report benefits realization. Required Skills & Experience • Proven experience delivering SAP Ariba programs in enterprise environments, covering at least two of: Buying & Invoicing, Guided Buying, Sourcing, Contracts, Supplier Lifecycle & Performance. • Strong understanding of S/4HANA procurement and finance processes (MM, AP, Business Partner/Vendor master) and Ariba-S/4 integration patterns. • Demonstrated success managing complex multi vendor projects under tight timelines and budgets. • Mastery of RAID management, scope/change control, and PMO governance in hybrid Agile/Waterfall settings. • Practical knowledge of integration technologies (Ariba CIG, SAP Integration Suite) and data migration for vendors, contracts, and catalogs. • Experience leading supplier enablement programs and driving adoption of Ariba Network and e invoicing. • Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and vendor management skills; able to translate procurement priorities into executable delivery plans. • Proficiency with delivery tooling (e.g., Azure DevOps/Jira, MS Project/Smartsheet) and executive reporting.