S&C GN - SC&O – SC Digital Ariba - Analyst

Job Summary:
Are you an outcome-oriented problem solver? Do you enjoy working on transformation strategies for global clients? Does working in an inclusive and collaborative environment spark your interest?

Then, Accenture Strategy and Consulting is the right place for you to explore limitless possibilities.

As a part of our Supply chain and operations practice, you will help organizations reimagine and transform their supply chains for tomorrow—with a positive impact on the business, on society and on the planet.

Together, let’s innovate, build competitive advantage, improve business, and societal outcomes, in an ever-changing, ever-challenging world. Help us make supply chains work better, faster, and be more resilient, with the following initiatives:

Support Accenture’s pursuits related to SAP Ariba opportunities by assisting Request for Proposals and/or Request for Information, supporting SAP Ariba sales cycles Demonstrate understanding of processes and best practices to help an organization improve outcomes Support/develop cutting edge points of view/articles on SAP Ariba that drives Accenture equity in the market Develop and expand SAP Ariba professional skills through continual learning and “hands on” experience Support internal capability development through robust training sessions (design curriculum/deliver sessions) for the practice.

• Support business assessment, advise clients on SAP Ariba functionality and new features, share and shape implementation options to overcome current challenges and optimize key business processes.
• Advice clients on implement engagements using a deep knowledge of SAP ARIBA and Supply Chain capabilities.
• Support Accenture’s pursuits related to SAP Ariba opportunities by assisting proposal drafts, supporting sales and delivery cycles.
• Partner with leadership in expanding opportunities with existing clients through proactive identification of pain points and innovative solutioning
• Contribute to knowledge-sharing efforts, reviews and continually improves processes so that the team and firm capture and leverage knowledge.
• Develop cutting-edge points of view and articles that drive Accenture equity in the market.
• Design and build assets that distinguish Accenture capabilities to drive additional business.
• Build the right talent through robust training sessions.
  • Develop and expand SAP Ariba Supply Chain professional skills through continuous learning.
  • Mentor and Coach the team in SAP Ariba capabilities and best practices 
  • Monitor and contribute in Ariba capability building activities in terms of Recruitment, Performance Evaluation and Growth Targets

Bring your best skills forward to excel in the role:

• Impeccable team management skills with an ability to engage effectively with multiple stakeholders
• Ability to solve complex business problems and deliver client delight
• Strong analytical and writing skills to build viewpoints on industry trends
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and presentation skills
• Cross-cultural competence with an ability to thrive in a dynamic environment
  
  Roles & Responsibilities:
  3-9 years post qualification
• 2+ project lifecycle experiences with demonstrated experience in SAP Ariba solution implementations.
• Hands on Experience in requirement gathering and solution design for the SAP Ariba Modules: SLPM, Sourcing, Contracts and P2P, Commerce Automation & Supply Chain Collaboration
• SAP Ariba Integration with MM and Technical Architecture
• SAP Ariba Business Case and Roadmap development
• Experience with other Sourcing and Procurement solutions like Ivalua, Coupa, Jaggaer is preferable. This is not mandatory.
• Domain knowledge in Supply Chain Management in the areas of Sourcing and Procurement, Planning, Inventory, Manufacturing & Warehousing and logistics processes
• In-depth experience in working in one or more of the following areas in Ariba Tower:
  • Knowledge of SAP Ariba implementation methodology
  • Data understand and KPIs mapping to enable functionalities of SAP Ariba
• Expanding the SAP Ariba template to include roll-ins
• Being responsible for SAP Ariba related enhancements and developments
• Accessing and approving changes required in the SAP Ariba Template and solution proposals
• Data, Cutover and Hypercare support for SAP Ariba projects

Professional & Technical Skills:

• Hands on Experience in requirement gathering and solution design for the SAP Ariba Modules: SLPM, Sourcing, Contracts and P2P, Commerce Automation & Supply Chain Collaboration
• SAP Ariba Integration with MM and Technical Architecture
• SAP Ariba Business Case and Roadmap development

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