# Senior SAP Ariba Consultant

> Al-Watania Information Systems · Riyadh, Saudi Arabia · Full-time · Posted 2026-06-17

**Workplace:** on_site

**Department:** SAP

## Description

We are looking for a highly experienced Senior SAP Ariba Consultant to join our growing team in Riyadh. The ideal candidate brings deep hands-on expertise across the full SAP Ariba suite, combined with strong SAP MM and S/4HANA integration knowledge. You will work directly with clients across various industries to optimize procurement and sourcing processes, lead implementations, and deliver scalable Source-to-Pay solutions. This is a client-facing role requiring both technical depth and strong communication skills.

### Responsibilities

-   Lead end-to-end SAP Ariba implementations covering Sourcing, Contracts, Supplier Management, and Buying & Invoicing modules
-   Optimize Source-to-Pay (S2P) and Procure-to-Pay (P2P) cycles for client environments
-   Configure and manage Ariba–S/4HANA integration via Cloud Integration Gateway (CIG), cXML, IDocs, and APIs
-   Set up and maintain Master Data Management (MDM) including material master, vendor master, and purchasing data across Ariba and S/4HANA
-   Design and customize flexible approval workflows using BAdI enhancements and rules-based approvals
-   Enable and configure Guided Sourcing, sourcing templates, and contract workspace processes using Ariba contract authoring features
-   Manage Commerce Automation and Ariba Business Network buying scenarios
-   Implement app extensibility features including custom email templates, Advanced Transport Organizer (ATO), and Fiori application enhancements
-   Conduct client workshops to gather requirements, map business processes, and deliver tailored SAP Ariba solutions
-   Liaise between clients and SAP as needed, including incident management and enhancement delivery
-   Deliver training sessions and documentation for end users, business stakeholders, and management
-   Provide post-go-live support, troubleshoot issues, and ensure SLA adherence

## Requirements

-   6+ years of hands-on SAP Ariba consulting experience
-   Minimum 2 full end-to-end Ariba implementations in a lead or senior capacity
-   Proven expertise across Sourcing, Contracts, Supplier Management (SLP), Buying & Invoicing, and Guided Buying
-   Strong experience with Ariba–S/4HANA / ECC integration using CIG (Managed Gateway), cXML, IDocs, and APIs
-   Solid understanding of SAP MM processes including procurement, inventory management, and invoice verification
-   Experience with Commerce Automation and Ariba Business Network
-   Familiarity with BAdI enhancements, rules-based workflows, and app extensibility features
-   Exposure to Fiori applications, RPA implementations, and BW reporting is a plus
-   At least 2 active SAP Ariba certifications (Sourcing, Contracts, Supplier Management, or Integration Suite)
-   Strong client-facing and management skills
-   Excellent communication skills in English (Arabic is a plus)
-   Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field
-   Currently based in or willing to relocate to Riyadh, KSA

## Benefits

-   Competitive salary package commensurate with experience
-   High Category Medical Insurance coverage
-   Annual flight tickets
-   Exposure to high-impact, multi-industry client projects across Saudi Arabia
-   Work within a dynamic and growing SAP practice
-   Opportunities for professional development and career progression

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