Lead Ariba Systems Administrator

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. Administer, configure, maintain, and support the SAP Ariba platform .

Posted 10/15/2026full-timeRemote • IndiaSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in SAP Ariba administration, including P2P, Business System Admin, and SLP modules, while ensuring compliance with internal controls and finance policies. Capable of translating business requirements into effective system configurations and process improvements, with strong communication skills to liaise between technical and non-technical stakeholders.

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SAP Ariba AdministrationProcurement Process ManagementSystem Configuration and Process ImprovementEffective Communication SkillsProblem-Solving Ability

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Hard Skills

SAP AribaP2P ModuleBusiness System AdministrationSupplier Risk ModuleSourcing ModuleContracts ModuleMS Office ProficiencySystem DocumentationWorkflow ManagementData Integration

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsCreative Problem-SolvingOrganizational SkillsAttention to DetailPresentation Skills

Industry Keywords

Source-to-Pay OperationsUser Access ManagementTechnical SupportChange Advisory BoardCompliance with Audit Standards

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Administer, configure, maintain, and support the SAP Ariba platform
Ensure reliable procurement and source-to-pay operations
Liaise between Procurement, Finance, IT, and business users
Translate operational and business requirements into system configurations and process improvements
Manage user access, permissions, workflows, approval rules, master data, integrations, and platform updates
Troubleshoot system and user issues and coordinate with SAP Ariba support and internal technical teams
Support testing, upgrades, releases, regression testing, and production deployments
Maintain system documentation and controls
Provide lead capacity, subject-matter expertise, guidance, and escalation support for buying and invoicing activities
Evaluate processes and system functionality
Create functional solution documentation, process scenarios, and test scripts
Serve on the Change Advisory Board for Ariba module changes and enhancements
Lead P2P business system administration and test management
Monitor workflow activation and changes
Track defects and drive resolution of P2P issues
Identify technical resources and continuous improvement opportunities
Provide technical support, training, guidance, and documentation to end users and buyers
Present technical topics in staff meetings
Identify issues and requirements, develop solutions, and deliver systems configuration, workflow, and data integration results
Improve process simplification, automation, and user experience
Ensure compliance with internal controls, security requirements, finance policies, and audit standards
Act as primary contact with SAP Ariba support and external implementation or support partners
Perform other assigned duties and technical projects

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent experience
Ten years of relevant experience, including procurement, system and customer support
SAP Ariba administration experience
Ariba knowledge in P2P, Business System Admin, and SLP modules, plus parts of Sourcing, Contracts, and Supplier Risk modules
Understanding of accounting principles
Proficiency in MS Office
Effective verbal and written communication with customers and management at all levels
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including communicating technical information to non-technical stakeholders
Resourceful and creative problem-solving ability
Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Attention to detail

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible work environment
Fluid career paths
Internal mobility opportunities
Purpose, well-being, and work-life balance support
Welcoming and inclusive environment
Volunteering opportunities
Equal opportunity employment