Ariba Supplier Enablement Analyst

• The Ariba Supplier Enablement Analyst is responsible for executing supplier onboarding and enablement activities within the Ariba Network environment.
• This role supports ERP transformation initiatives and ensures suppliers successfully transact electronically driving adoption compliance and operational performance.
• The position requires a balance of supplier-facing engagement cross-functional coordination and system troubleshooting with a strong focus on continuous improvement and data-driven performance.
• The role operates with a high degree of independence managing supplier enablement activities end-to-end while proactively resolving issues and contributing to process improvements across the P2P organization.
• The role focuses on supplier enablement and related issue resolution and does not include ownership of downstream Accounts Payable processing activities.

Key Responsibilities:

Supplier Enablement & Adoption

• Independently manage end-to-end supplier onboarding including supplier outreach onboarding sessions and system training
• Drive adoption of PO and electronic invoicing processes
• Track and actively manage supplier readiness identifying risks and driving mitigation actions. Ensure alignment to program timelines

Operational Support & Issue Resolution

• Manage supplier enablement mailbox; triage and resolve inquiries
• Analyze and resolve complex issues related to PO submission invoicing and payments driving cross-functional resolution with AP IT and Payment teams. Drive resolution of recurring issues through root cause analysis
• Investigate invoices in exception/reconciling status and drive resolution

ERP Transformation & Migration Support

• Act as a subject matter resource for Ariba enablement activities and provide guidance on best practices
• Support supplier onboarding activities tied to ERP migrations (e.g. SAP S/4HANA)
• Participate in project meetings and execute assigned enablement tasks
• Align supplier onboarding timelines with ERP cutover schedules

Performance Monitoring & Reporting

• Track supplier enablement pipeline and onboarding progress
• Monitor KPIs including supplier activation invoice success and paid-on-time (POT) performance
• Maintain and validate Ariba dashboards and reporting accuracy

Governance & Process Improvement

• Maintain and monitor country-specific invoicing and tax requirements including changes in regional regulations
• Identify trends and recommend process improvements
• Partner with internal stakeholders to enhance tools workflows and user experience

Required Qualifications:

• Demonstrated experience with SAP Ariba (Buying & Invoicing) including supplier enablement and transaction support within a P2P environment
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Proficiency in Excel and data analysis (large datasets dashboards)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills including supplier interaction (Teams Outlook OneNote etc)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of Accounts Payable and payment processes
• Experience supporting ERP transformations (e.g. SAP S/4HANA)
• Familiarity with global invoicing compliance and tax requirements
• Multilingual capability (English and Spanish preferred)

Competency Framework:

• Supplier Engagement: Ability to guide suppliers through onboarding and adoption
• Problem Solving: Investigates issues to root cause and drives resolution
• Communication: Clear professional and effective (written and verbal)
• Collaboration: Drives alignment across cross-functional teams including AP IT and Procurement
• Decision Making & Ownership: Exercises sound judgment works independently and escalates appropriately
• Ariba Network functionality and transaction flows
• P2P process knowledge (PO invoice payment lifecycle)
• Data analysis and KPI tracking
• ERP system integration awareness (SAP/S4)
• Ownership and accountability for assigned scope
• Adaptability in a dynamic transformation environment
• Continuous improvement mindset
• Attention to detail and operational discipline