Consulting - Technology Consulting - SAP Ariba Buying & Invoicing Implementation - Senior Consultant

EY Entrepreneur of The Year•Los Angeles, CA

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About The Position

At EY, we’re all in to shape your future with confidence. We’ll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go. Join EY and help to build a better working world. Consulting – Technology Consulting – SAP Ariba Buying & Invoicing Implementation – Senior Consultant Technology – Systems Implementation and Engineering – Technology Analysis – Senior Consultant The opportunity The SAP Ariba Buying & Invoicing Senior Consultant will support the delivery and optimization of SAP Ariba solutions, with a primary focus on Buying & Invoicing and Guided Buying. This role contributes to procurement transformation programs by supporting functional design, configuration, testing, and deployment of SAP Ariba solutions, while working closely with client stakeholders and internal delivery teams. In this role, you will interact with business stakeholders and workstream leaders to evaluate business models, processes, and operations. You will gather, understand, and analyze business requirements and translate them into functional designs and technical specifications. You will also support testing and validation of implemented solutions to ensure they meet business requirements and align with EY leading practices. Your key responsibilities As a Senior Consultant in Technology Consulting – SAP Procurement, you will be a key contributor to SAP Ariba delivery teams, supporting complex procurement technology initiatives while continuing to deepen your functional and consulting skillset. You will:

Requirements

Experience supporting SAP Ariba Buying & Invoicing implementations from design through go-live and hypercare
Ability to support workshops, gather business requirements, and document process flows and functional specifications
Hands-on experience configuring SAP Ariba modules and supporting integration with SAP ECC/S/4HANA and third-party systems
Ability to collaborate across cross-functional teams, including IT, finance, operations, and external vendors
Ability to self-start and work independently when required
Support adoption and performance monitoring of SAP Ariba solutions and assist with continuous improvement initiatives
Maintain SAP Ariba documentation and support incorporation of quarterly product releases and enhancements
Deliver or support end-user training and knowledge transfer activities
Log, track, and support resolution of SAP Ariba service requests and defects
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
Bachelor’s degree required (4-year degree)
Typically, 2 – 5 years of relevant experience implementing or supporting SAP Ariba Buying & Invoicing, Guided Buying, Sourcing, Contracts, SLP, or Supplier Risk.
Experience supporting at least one full lifecycle SAP Ariba implementation.
Familiarity with waterfall and agile implementation methodologies.
Experience working as part of an SAP Ariba delivery team.
Strong understanding of procurement best practices and source-to-pay processes.
Working knowledge of SAP ECC/S/4HANA integration concepts.
Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a team-based environment.
Exposure to supplier enablement activities and catalog management.
Awareness of audit considerations and internal controls related to procurement systems.

Nice To Haves

SAP Ariba P2P certification or progress toward certification.
Experience supporting complex or multi-track SAP Ariba programs.
Experience developing or delivering SAP Ariba training and supporting change management activities.
Exposure to emerging technologies, including SAP Joule or AI-enabled procurement capabilities.
Experience supporting integrations such as tax engines or third-party solutions.
Interest in supporting sales pursuits, proposals, or business development activities

Responsibilities

Support end‑to‑end delivery of SAP Ariba Buying & Invoicing and Guided Buying implementations, from requirements and design through testing, go‑live, and post‑deployment support
Participate in and support client workshops to gather business requirements and document process flows and functional/technical specifications
Configure SAP Ariba modules and support integration touchpoints with SAP ECC, S/4HANA, and non-SAP ERPs working in collaboration with technical and integration teams
Assist with system, integration, and user acceptance testing, support defect triage and resolution activities
Collaborate with cross‑functional teams including procurement, IT, finance, operations, and third-party vendors
Support monitoring of solution adoption and performance, helping identify opportunities for optimization and improved compliance
Develop and maintain SAP Ariba documentation, including configuration documentation, test scripts, and user guides
Support training and knowledge transfer activities for client stakeholders and internal teams
Assist in raising and tracking SAP Ariba service requests when product or configuration issues arise
Contribute to EY practice initiatives, including internal assets, delivery accelerators, and proposal/RFP support as needed

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to the business.
In addition, our Total Rewards package includes medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off options.
Under our flexible vacation policy, you’ll decide how much vacation time you need based on your own personal circumstances. You’ll also be granted time off for designated EY Paid Holidays, Winter/Summer breaks, Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being.

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