SAP Ariba SLP and Supplier Risk Lead

Whitehall Resources Ltd; Dubai; On-site; AED 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

Whitehall Resources Ltd in Dubai seeks a senior SAP Ariba SLP and Supplier Risk Lead to design, configure and deploy the Ariba SLP and Supplier Risk modules, with strong focus on onboarding, qualification and risk management.

You will integrate with SAP S/4HANA and Ariba Network, collaborate with procurement and compliance teams, and lead testing, training, and cutover activities to ensure a smooth transition and sustained adoption.

Qualifications

• 5-6 years SAP experience with 3 end-to-end SAP Ariba SLP implementations.
• Hands-on configuring supplier onboarding, qualification, performance workflows.
• Strong knowledge of supplier master data governance and integration touchpoints with procurement/finance.
• Experience with SAP Ariba APIs, web services, and CIG integration.
• Knowledge of Ariba Network supplier enablement and onboarding campaigns.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, configuration and deployment of SAP Ariba SLP and Supplier Risk.
• Define supplier onboarding, qualification, segmentation and performance management.
• Design supplier risk monitoring and scoring models.
• Configure questionnaires, approval workflows and supplier registration forms.
• Integrate modules with SAP S/4HANA and Ariba Network using CIG or APIs.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to translate requirements into scalable solutions.
• Conduct testing, training and cutover activities.
• Develop solution documentation and user guides.
• Drive change management and user adoption through training.

Skills

SAP Ariba

SLP

Supplier Risk

S/4HANA

APIs

Workflow design

Stakeholder mgmt

Tools

CIG

Web services

Ariba API

Job description

SAP Ariba SLP and Supplier Risk Lead

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, configuration and deployment of SAP Ariba Supplier Lifecycle & Performance (SLP) and Supplier Risk modules.
• Define and implement supplier on-boarding, qualification, segmentation and performance management processes
• Design and implement supplier risk monitoring and scoring models to proactively manage supplier performance and compliance risks.
• Configure questionnaires, approval workflows, supplier registration forms and risk assessment templates to support business needs.
• Integrate SLP and Supplier Risk modules with SAP S/4HANA and Ariba Network via Cloud Integration Gateway (CIG) or APIs, ensuring seamless master data synchronisation.
• Collaborate with business, compliance, and procurement stakeholders to translate supplier management requirements into scalable functional solutions.
• Conduct testing, training and cutover activities to ensure a smooth transition to the new system.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to supplier master data, workflow and integration.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive solution documentation, functional specs, and user guides.
• Drive change management and user adoption through structured training and continuous support initiatives.

Required Skills & Experience

• 5-6 years of SAP experience with at least 3 end-to-end implementations of SAP Ariba SLP and Supplier Risk integrated with SAP S/4HANA.
• Proven hands-on experience in configuring supplier registration, qualification, performance management, and risk assessment workflows.
• Strong understanding of supplier master data governance, supplier lifecycle processes and integration touchpoints with procurement and finance.
• Experience working with SAP Ariba APIs, web services, and CIG for data and process integration.
• Deep knowledge of Supplier Risk configuration, including risk exposure, alerts, and due diligence processes.
• Familiarity with Ariba Network supplier enablement, onboarding campaigns and supplier engagement strategies.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management and presentation skills, with the ability to lead cross-functional teams.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical capabilities with a proactive approach to issue resolution

All of our opportunities require that applicants are eligible to work in the specified country/location, unless otherwise stated in the job description.

Whitehall Resources are an equal opportunities employer who value a diverse and inclusive working environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, pregnancy, disability, age, veteran status, or other characteristics.