Subject Matter Expert- SAP VIM

IKEA; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 4,500,000 - 6,500,000; Full time

Job summary

IKEA Bengaluru seeks an experienced SAP VIM Consultant to lead OpenText VIM implementations, drive global standards, and coordinate across locations for a major go‑live. You will configure workflows, post-processing, and integrations to ensure a smooth Procure‑to‑Pay flow.

Responsibilities include change management, end‑user training for 1000+ users worldwide, and proactive issue resolution with AMS partners.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8-10 years in SAP OpenText invoicing components (VIM).
• Lead and manage large SAP VIM implementations across locations.
• Hands-on with SAP S/4HANA source-to-pay and integrations.
• Experience in process modeling, testing, and SLAs.

Responsibilities

• Drive SAP VIM teams and partners to ensure successful implementation and ops.
• Configure and customize OpenText invoicing components for multiple locations.
• Monitor S/4HANA KPIs and drive improvements for go‑live.
• Develop change management and end-user training for 1000+ users.

Skills

SAP VIM

OpenText VIM

S/4HANA

Accounts Payable

Process modeling

Change management

Stakeholder collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT/Engineering

Tools

OpenText ArchiveServer

SAP PI/PO

EDI/IDocs

PPF workflows

Job description

Who you are

You will play a crucial role in technically streamlining procurement and invoice processes, driving efficiency, and enhancing collaboration within the organization and with external partners. Ensure all the invoice handling indicators are healthy always.

Responsibilities

• Drive SAP VIM teams (internal and implementation partner) in provide guidance and support to ensure the successful implementation and operation of Ariba solutions for the global project.
• Collaborate with stakeholders and business units from various locations to understand their procurement needs and translate them into effective VIM solutions that align with global standards.
• Manage the configuration and customization of Opentext invoicing components modules to meet the diverse requirements of multiple locations while ensuring consistency and standardization.
• Monitor and report on the performance of S4 processes and KPIs across locations, identifying areas for improvement and optimization to achieve a successful big bang go-live.
• Stay updated with the latest developments in SAP VIM and related technologies, recommending upgrades and enhancements suitable for Ingka’s global project's requirements.
• Develop and deliver comprehensive change management strategies, communication plans, and end-user training programs to prepare 1000+ users worldwide for the significant system change.
• Resolve complex issues vide. configurations, developments, integrations, and processes in a timely manner, providing global support and ensuring there is no disruption during the go live. Work with AMS partner in resolving issues and providing solutions/guidance.

What you'll need to have

Key Experience Required:

• Minimum of 8-10 years of experience in SAP SAP OpenText invoicing components, with a comprehensive understanding of the following OpenText VIM, IES/BCC, BC, Achieve server and invoicing channels.
• Should have implementation experience in this solution/s.
• Proven track record in leading and successfully managing large-scale SAP VIM implementations across multiple locations.
• Experience in working with SAP applications and tools for process modeling and testing is preferred.

Technical and Functional Competencies

• Technical and functional understanding of SAP S/4 HANA Source to Pay business process and system architecture
• Have worked in Support project and have very good knowledge on SLAs and Priorities, incident Management, Change Management process and committed to deliver.
• Experience in SAP OpenText VIM - end to end configuration including workflows.
• Knowledgeable in Open Text Archive server and able to work on needed configurations & concepts.
• Strong experience in SAP Account Payable – end to end process.
• Experience working on integration with reference to Purchase order and Outbound/ Inbound EDI messages, IDOCs error handling.
• Experience working with SAP PI/PO resources in integrating SAP with 3rd Party systems.
• Breadth of exposure in SAP Other modules – Consultant shall be able to provide new ideas and solution proposals on any business requirement.
• Strong experience in implementing and supporting SAP OpenText invoicing components, including configuration, testing, and deployment.
• Possess techno-functional SAP OpenText invoicing - experience (solution design and implementation)
• Solid understanding of SAP VIM integration with other SAP modules such as FI, MM, and SD.
• Hands-on experience in configuring SAP VIM workflows, document types, and post-processing framework (PPF).

As SAP VIM Consultant, you will be responsible for providing expert-level advice and solutions related to VIM module. You will work closely with our clients to understand their business processes, gather requirements, design, configure, test, and deploy SAP VIM solutions. You will also provide technical expertise, guidance, and support to the project team and end users.

• Perform all VIM, Business Center, and Business Center Capture configuration and document changes utilizing the ERP Support Division’s change control procedures
• Assess the current VIM enhancements and document required changes in the various Functional/Technical specifications
• Review and approve solutions in Ingka tools, responsible for all documentations, Involve in PoC.

Excellent understanding of end-to-end Procure-to-Pay (P2P) business processes, invoice management, and accounts payable (AP) operations.

Note: Certification/s in OpenText, especially VIM, will be preferred.

Together as a team

We’re the ones who make it possible for people to have a smarter life at home and a hassle-free and rewarding shopping experience. Together we work to find new digital solutions for every business need to help make IKEA a great and efficient place to work. We like to think of ourselves as innovative and modern, and we believe that nothing would actually work without us.

Ashish Kumar