SAP P2P / Ariba Functional Consultant - Cork, Ireland
Our client, a global pharmaceutical company, is seeking an experienced SAP P2P / Ariba Consultant with strong functional Procure-to-Pay (P2P) expertise and hands-on experience in SAP Ariba and SAP ERP (ECC or S/4HANA). This role supports digital transformation in procurement, optimising sourcing-to-settlement cycles, and ensuring seamless SAP Ariba integration with core SAP systems.
The ideal candidate will understand both indirect and direct procurement, workflow design, and compliance, working closely with procurement, finance, and IT stakeholders to drive process excellence.
This is a 6-month contract with a likelihood of extension. The candidate must be onsite in Cork, Ireland, 3 days/week.
Job Responsibilities:
* Serve as the functional expert for P2P and SAP Ariba integration, covering sourcing, contracts, purchasing, invoicing, and supplier management.
* Configure and support SAP Ariba modules: Ariba Buying & Invoicing, Sourcing, Supplier Lifecycle & Performance.
* Align SAP Ariba with SAP ECC or S/4HANA: PR/PO integration, invoice reconciliation, tax, and payment data.
* Facilitate workshops to gather requirements and translate into functional designs.
* Support end-to-end workflows: PR to PO, GRN, invoice matching, and approvals.
* Ensure data consistency between Ariba and SAP systems.
* Lead or support testing cycles: SIT, UAT, regression testing.
* Resolve system and process issues collaboratively.
* Design and deliver training and change management materials.
* Ensure compliance with SOX and internal controls.
* Document configurations, processes, and change requests clearly.
Requirements:
* 8+ years in SAP P2P, with 5+ years in SAP Ariba implementations/support.
* Deep understanding of Procure-to-Pay processes.
* Experience configuring workflows and approval logic.
* Hands-on experience integrating Ariba with SAP ECC or S/4HANA.
* Solid knowledge of master data, catalogues, sourcing rules.
* Experience supporting data migration and cleansing.
* Strong knowledge of invoice reconciliation and GR/IR processes.
* Familiarity with indirect procurement, compliance, and controls.
* Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
* Ariba certification(s) or SAP Certified Application Associate – Ariba Procurement.
* Experience with contract management and supplier onboarding.
* Knowledge of Accounts Payable integration.
* Familiarity with cloud integration gateways (e.g., SAP CIG, CPI, PI/PO).
* Experience in regulated industries or global procurement.
Additional Details:
* Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
* Employment type: Contract
* Job function: Information Technology
* Industries: IT Services and Consulting
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