Line of Service

Advisory

Industry/Sector

Not Applicable

Specialism

SAP

Management Level

Senior Associate

Job Description & Summary

At PwC, our people in business application consulting specialise in consulting services for a variety of business applications, helping clients optimise operational efficiency. These individuals analyse client needs, implement software solutions, and provide training and support for seamless integration and utilisation of business applications, enabling clients to achieve their strategic objectives.

In SAP procurement at PwC, you will focus on implementing, configuring, and maintaining the SAP Procurement module within an organisation. You will utilise this module to streamline and automate the procurement process, including purchasing, supplier management, contract management, and inventory management.

Focused on relationships, you are building meaningful client connections, and learning how to manage and inspire others. Navigating increasingly complex situations, you are growing your personal brand, deepening technical expertise and awareness of your strengths. You are expected to anticipate the needs of your teams and clients, and to deliver quality. Embracing increased ambiguity, you are comfortable when the path forward isn’t clear, you ask questions, and you use these moments as opportunities to grow.

Examples of the skills, knowledge, and experiences you need to lead and deliver value at this level include but are not limited to:

Respond effectively to the diverse perspectives, needs, and feelings of others.Use a broad range of tools, methodologies and techniques to generate new ideas and solve problems.Use critical thinking to break down complex concepts.Understand the broader objectives of your project or role and how your work fits into the overall strategy.Develop a deeper understanding of the business context and how it is changing.Use reflection to develop self awareness, enhance strengths and address development areas.Interpret data to inform insights and recommendations.Uphold and reinforce professional and technical standards (e.g. refer to specific PwC tax and audit guidance), the Firm's code of conduct, and independence requirements.

Job Description 

As a Senior Associate, you'll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve complex business issues from strategy to execution. PwC Professional skills and responsibilities for this management level include but are not limited to: 

Collaborate effectively with others. 

Identify and make suggestions for improvements when problems and/or opportunities arise. 

Handle/analyze data and information responsibly. 

Follow risk management and compliance procedures. 

Keep up to date with developments in the area of specialization. 

Communicate confidently in a clear and concise manner. 

Uphold the firm's code of ethics and business conduct. 

Work in a team environment that includes client interactions, manage deliverables independently, and cross-team collaboration. 

Good Team player. Take up cross competency work and contribute to COE activities. 

 

Position Requirements: 

  

Required Skills: 

Should have a minimum of 6 years of experience in SAP and has worked on multiple SAP Ariba implementation and support projects. 

Experience in handling Ariba Procurement, Supplier Management, CIG and Ariba Network. Should have a solid functional knowledge of the SAP Ariba Procurement (Buying and Invoicing) and SLP. 

Provide expert advice on best practices in Ariba Procurement and Supplier Lifecycle and Performance Management [SLP]. 

Proficient level of experience in configuring templates, workflows across upstream and downstream solutions, reports, etc. 

Experience and knowledge of Guided Buying, Sourcing, Contracts, Ariba Commerce Automation, CIG, Ariba Network, Supply Chain Collaboration will be highly appreciated. 

Work closely with stakeholders to understand their business needs and translate them into functional and technical requirements. 

Should take ownership of the Ariba modules and report them to the senior leadership. 

Collaborate with cross-functional teams including IT, procurement, finance and supply chain to ensure alignment and integration of SAP Ariba solutions. 

Provide technical guidance and support to resolve integration issues, troubleshoot errors and optimize system performance. 

Document functional specifications, configuration settings and integration processes for reference and knowledge sharing. 

Stay updated on the latest SAP Ariba features, enhancements and best practices to drive continuous improvement and innovation. 

Configure and customize SAP Ariba modules 

Experience in handling technical and functional support issues and knowledge on change management processes. 

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, in-order to facilitate business/ technical discussions, document solutions and work well with people at all levels of the organization. 

Possesses excellent experience in functional and technical requirements, study of business blue- prints, designing, development, fit-gaps, workshops, realization, testing, end-user training & support. 

 

 

Preferred Skills: 

 

Certification in SAP Ariba 

Experience in SAP ECC/ S4 Hana is an added advantage. 

Education (if blank, degree and/or field of study not specified)

Degrees/Field of Study required:

Degrees/Field of Study preferred:

Certifications (if blank, certifications not specified)

Required Skills

Optional Skills

Accepting Feedback, Active Listening, Analytical Thinking, Ariba Module, Ariba Supplier Network, Communication, Creativity, Embracing Change, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, Inclusion, Intellectual Curiosity, Learning Agility, Optimism, SAP Ariba, SAP Ariba Contracts, SAP Procurement, SAP Vendor Management, Self-Awareness, Source to Pay (S2P) Transformation, Spend Analysis, Supplier Relationship Management (SRM), Teamwork, Well being

Desired Languages (If blank, desired languages not specified)

Travel Requirements

Up to 20%

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?

No

Government Clearance Required?

No

Job Posting End Date