Associate Manager - SAP

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Pune, Mahārāshtra, IND
In-Office
Senior level
Information Technology • Consulting
The Role
The role involves implementing and supporting SAP Ariba Contract Management solutions, integrating with SAP systems, mentoring team members, conducting trainings, and maintaining quality standards across projects.
Summary Generated by Built In
ROLE DESCRIPTION
The SAP Ariba Contract Senior Consultant is a critical role responsible for developments covering all aspects of development life cycle including requirements gathering, design, coding, testing, implementation, configuration and support for SAP Ariba Contract Management Solution including integration with SAP or non SAP applications in a project. 
Responsibilities
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Architecting, designing and implement SAP Ariba Contract Management Solution successfully in customer organizations.
Propose best practice procedures for handling of contracts throughout its lifecycle, amendments etc. Design and implement complex solutions for organization’s Contract Lifecycle Management
Liaising with Customer, Solution Architect, Functional Consultants and Technical peers to achieve project goals within expected timelines. 
Provide SME support for business requirements across projects
Mentoring Junior Team members within the Organization
Guide business process and configuration design choices based on knowledge of Ariba capabilities and constraints
Conduct user training
Facilitate integration and user acceptance testing
Support business users with process or system issues
Drive and Assist with building Assets and Accelerators within SAP Ariba Practice for CoE.
Build repository of custom development implemented by Bristlecone for unique business requirements
Conduct trainings within Practice to build competency. 
Prepare and deliver demonstrations and presentations in support of sales cycles
Help in Presales, RFP, Solution Design, Migration, Upgrade methodology
Keep up to date on the technology development
Understands and ensures that quality standards are met 

Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
8 plus years of implementation experience in area of Ariba Strategic Sourcing space with minimum 2 years of full suite implementations 
4 plus years of full cycle implementations of Ariba Strategic Sourcing
Experience with all aspects of SAP Ariba Contracts Management
Must have experience with integrating Ariba solutions with SAP and non SAP applications
Ariba Certification would be an added advantage

TECHNICAL EXPERTISE
Possesses thorough knowledge of SAP Ariba Contract Management Solution and various types of contracts and industry best practices.
Thorough knowledge and hands on implementation experience with Contract Templates and Conditions administration, settings, configuration, along with all other aspects of Contracts administration, including Approval Process workflows downstream
Ability to architect an end to end solution while understanding the integration aspects between different modules within ARIBA Strategic Sourcing Suite as well as of Ariba Contract with ERP systems
Ability to work on complex development scenarios along with writing technical specifications for complex customizations
Ability to propose multiple workable solutions as per best practices
Good understanding of ECC or S4 Hana and ARIBA CONTRACT Master data 
Experience in interacting with functional developers to provide daily operational support as well as solution implementation for enhancements and projects
Exposure of Client discussions, Incident Resolution, New Development, CR Estimation, Solution Proposal

BEHAVIOURAL and SOFT SKILLS
Teamwork
Customer Sensitivity
People Management
Good Analytical Skills
Excellent Verbal and Written Communication
Good Business Understanding
Quest for Learning 
Positive attitude with flexibility and maturity to work in a challenging client environment
Ability to drive project responsibilities in a dynamic and proactive manner
Ability to showcase three Mahindra RISE Pillars e.g. Accepting No Limits, Driving Positive Change and Alternative Thinking
About Us

ABOUT US:

Bristlecone is the leading provider of AI-powered application transformation services for the connected supply chain. We empower our customers with speed, visibility, automation, and resiliency – to thrive on change.

Our transformative solutions in Digital Logistics, Cognitive Manufacturing, Autonomous Planning, Smart Procurement and Digitalization are positioned around key industry pillars and delivered through a comprehensive portfolio of services spanning digital strategy, design and build, and implementation across a range of technology platforms.

Bristlecone is ranked among the top ten leaders in supply chain services by Gartner. We are headquartered in San Jose, California, with locations across North America, Europe and Asia, and over 2,500 consultants. Bristlecone is part of the $19.4 billion Mahindra Group.


EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:

Bristlecone is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.


INFORMATION SECURITY RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Understand and adhere to Information Security policies, guidelines and procedure, practice them for protection of organizational data and Information System.
  • Take part in information security training and act while handling information.
  • Report all suspected security and policy breach to InfoSec team or appropriate authority (CISO).
  • Understand and adhere to the additional information security responsibilities as part of the assigned job role.

Skills Required

  • 8+ years of implementation experience in Ariba Strategic Sourcing.
  • 2+ years of full suite implementations.
  • 4+ years of full cycle implementations of Ariba Strategic Sourcing.
  • Experience with SAP Ariba Contracts Management integration with SAP and non-SAP applications.
  • Ariba Certification would be an added advantage.

Bristlecone Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Bristlecone and has not been reviewed or approved by Bristlecone.

  • Healthcare Strength Health coverage is described as having improved recently, with core medical, dental, and vision coverage in place for U.S. employees. Health insurance is also characterized positively in several places.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth PTO, paid holidays, and WFH flexibility are outlined for U.S. employees, with PTO specifically called out positively. Employer-verified details indicate unlimited PTO for some exempt roles.
  • Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits An employee assistance program (unMute) provides confidential counseling alongside wellness apps and webinars. Additional wellbeing initiatives and company celebrations reinforce lifestyle support.

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The Company
3,058 Employees
Year Founded: 1998

What We Do

Bristlecone is the industry’s largest pure-play supply chain service provider. As the trusted partner for AI-first supply chain transformations, we specialize in empowering customers with tech-enabled solutions for planning, sourcing, and fulfillment. Through our consulting, platforms, and supply chain build and enablement expertise, we help Global 2000 organizations in the life sciences, retail, consumer goods, manufacturing, and high-tech industries drive visibility, resiliency, and efficiency across their supply chain. Guided by a consulting-led approach, we serve as strategic partners to customers throughout their supply chain transformation journey. With comprehensive advisory and implementation capabilities, we offer high-value consulting spanning domains, processes, and change management, ensuring tailored solutions that drive meaningful outcomes for each customer. Bristlecone is headquartered in San Jose, California, with locations across North America, Europe, and Asia. It is part of the Mahindra Group. Learn more at www.bristlecone.com

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