Sr. Manager SAP Ariba Supplier Collaboration (Remote)

RTX

4d • Remote

About The Position

At RTX, the world largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense. The following position is to join our RTX Enterprise Services Process and Systems Transformation (PST) Team: We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Ariba Supplier Collaboration to join our team, focusing on the SAP Ariba and Business Network suite for supply chain operations. The successful candidate will lead efforts to harmonize and streamline business processes, collaborating closely with cross-functional teams across Digital Technology (DT) and RTX business units. This role requires a strong understanding of supply chain processes, SAP Ariba solutions, and the ability to drive transformational initiatives that enhance efficiency and alignment.

Requirements

• Typically requires a University Degree and a minimum 10 years prior relevant experience OR an Advanced Degree and a minimum 7 years prior relevant experience OR in absence of a degree 14 years of relevant experience.
• A minimum of at least one end to end implementation experience in SAP Ariba Supply Chain collaboration, working on direct material procure processes (i.e. SAP PO collaboration, subcontracting PO collaboration, returns PO collaboration, forecast collaboration, quality collaboration, and supplier managed inventory collaboration).
• Experience in SAP Ariba supplier risk assessments working knowledge by setting and defining templates for engagement requests including internal and external questionnaires.
• Experience working on Ariba CIG mapping and troubleshooting including writing functional specs by working with implementation partner, identifying test scenarios based on user stories, performing end to end regression testing, executing test cycles and troubleshooting identified issues.
• Experience working cross functionally across SAP teams including procurement, AP, IM, TMS, QM, Ariba shared services, supplier engagement, technical ABAP, basis and integration.
• Ability to travel up to 30% during various project phases.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in aerospace and defense or other highly regulated industries.
• Knowledge of SAP ERP systems and their integration with Ariba.
• Project management certification (e.g., PMP, Agile).
• Experience with change management methodologies and tools.

Responsibilities

• Business Process Harmonization: Lead efforts to harmonize supply chain business processes across RTX’s business units, utilizing best practices and SAP Ariba capabilities. Analyze existing workflows and identify opportunities for standardization and optimization. Collaborate with stakeholders to define and document business requirements for process improvements.
• Ariba and Business Network Expertise: Act as the subject matter expert (SME) for SAP Ariba and the Business Network suite, providing guidance and support to business and technical teams. Configure and manage Ariba modules (e.g., sourcing, procurement, supplier management) to meet business needs. Ensure seamless integration of Ariba solutions with other enterprise systems and tools.
• Collaboration Across Teams: Work closely with DT teams, supply chain stakeholders, and other business units to align strategies, priorities, and objectives. Facilitate workshops, meetings, and discussions to gather input, share progress, and drive consensus. Ensure effective communication between technical teams and business users to ensure alignment and successful delivery. Interact with the end customer on technical issues which require subject matter expert support. Drive issues to closure. Work with other Digital Technology teams and software vendors to define service and application roadmaps. Use technical and communication skills with business knowledge to own the successful resolution of business problems.
• Project Leadership and Execution: Lead or support project initiatives related to the implementation, enhancement, and support of Ariba solutions. Develop project plans, timelines, and deliverables while ensuring adherence to milestones and budgets. Monitor and report on progress, addressing risks and challenges proactively. Support definition and implementation of enterprise level synergy projects targeting common applications and processes across the organization. Support migrations between applications/systems. Provide analysis and estimates for upcoming tasks.
• Data and Reporting: Support data analysis, reporting, and insights generation using Ariba and other supply chain tools. Ensure data integrity and accuracy in supply chain processes and systems.
• Training and Change Management: Develop and deliver training materials and sessions for business users to ensure effective adoption of Ariba solutions. Support change management initiatives to drive user engagement and satisfaction with new processes and tools.

Benefits

• Whether you’re just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement and work/life benefits; career development and recognition programs. Some of the benefits we offer include parental (including paternal) leave, flexible work schedules, achievement awards, educational assistance and child/adult backup care.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees