Technical Consultant
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 16, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 16, 2026.
Job Summary
An SAP Ariba Network Supplier Enablement professional manages the end-to-end onboarding, integration, and training of vendors onto the SAP Business Network. They bridge the gap between internal procurement/IT teams and external suppliers to transition traditional supply chains to automated, electronic transactions (purchase orders, catalogs, and e-invoicing)
Key Responsibilities
Onboarding & Strategy: Define and execute supplier enablement flight plans, wave schedules, and onboarding targets.
Supplier Integration: Guide suppliers through standard or enterprise account setup, cXML/EDI mapping, and ERP connectivity via the Managed Gateway.
Communication & Training: Lead communication campaigns, host training webinars, and build educational materials for suppliers.
Collaboration: Partner cross-functionally with Procurement, Accounts Payable (AP), Tax, Legal, and IT teams.
Tracking & Escalation: Monitor supplier adoption metrics, enforce compliance policies, and resolve operational or technical bottlenecks
Skill Requirements
Platform Expertise: Hands-on experience with SAP Ariba Network, Buyer & Invoicing, and Supplier Lifecycle and Performance (SLP).
Technical Knowledge: Familiarity with Purchase Order (PO) flip, catalog setup (CIF/Punchout), and B2B/cXML data integration standards.
Communication Skills: Strong stakeholder engagement, conflict resolution, and vendor-facing communication skills.
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Information Systems, or a related field