TechOps-SAP-SAP Ariba-Senior-Lead Consultant

EY; Thiruvananthapuram; On-site; INR 4,000,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Job summary

EY invites seasoned SAP Ariba Lead Consultant to join the Global Delivery Services in India. You will lead end-to-end SAP Ariba implementations, drive solution design, and manage global delivery teams across onsite and offshore locations.

You’ll work on Upstream and Downstream modules, CIG integrations with SAP ECC/S/4HANA, and stakeholder management, delivering value through procurement transformation and cloud-based Business Network solutions.

Qualifications

• 9+ years of SAP Ariba experience.
• Hands-on expertise in both Upstream and Downstream modules.
• Strong SAP Ariba CIG and SAP Business Network experience.
• Experience leading global rollout projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end SAP Ariba implementation and support projects.
• Conduct requirement gathering, workshops, fit-gap analysis, and solution design sessions.
• Lead SAP Ariba Upstream modules: SLP, Supplier Risk, Sourcing, and Contracts.
• Lead SAP Ariba Downstream modules: Buying & Invoicing, Guided Buying, Catalog and Invoice Management.
• Lead SAP Ariba CIG integrations with SAP ECC and SAP S/4HANA.
• Mentor junior consultants and lead onsite/offshore teams.
• Accountable for allocating personnel, supervising team members, and optimizing performance.

Skills

SAP Ariba SLP

Supplier Risk

Sourcing

Contracts

Buying & Invoicing

Guided Buying

SAP Business Network

CIG

S/4HANA ECC Integration

Stakeholder Management

Tools

SAP Ariba

SAP S/4HANA

Job description

TechOps-SAP-SAP Ariba-Senior-Lead Consultant

Other locations: Primary Location Only

Date: Oct 29, 2026

Requisition ID: 1748248

At EY, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. And we’re counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.

At EY, we’re all in to shape your future with confidence.

We’ll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go.

Join EY and help to build a better working world.

About Global Delivery Services

Global Delivery Services refers to EY's worldwide network of service delivery centers. The GDS team plays an important role in EY’s strategy by ensuring effective support to EY’s growth agenda.

Our journey started in 2002 with approximately 200 people. Today we stand at 80,000+ professionals in ten locations around the world. We operate in Argentina, China, Hungary, India, Philippines, Poland, Sri Lanka, Mexico, Spain and the United Kingdom.

Client service is focused on providing Consulting, Assurance, Tax, Strategy & Transactions, and Knowledge support to our clients around the world. The teams enable account teams worldwide to provide seamless, high-quality, value-added support, helping deliver exceptional client service.

Enablement Services provides cost-effective, high-skilled, and innovative services to support EY’s global and local enablement teams. Markets, BMC, AWS, Finance and Accounting, Risk Management, Procurement, People Shared Services, IT Service Delivery and IT Global Infrastructure services, are among the services offered by Enablement Services.

Our innovation specialists serve the GDS Client Service and Enablement Services teams, along with Service Lines, Core Business Services and Sectors. The team brings the desired environment, technologies and skilled teams together for facilitation, rapid prototyping and innovative thinking. The competencies offered include analytics, digital, user experience, mobile technology, infrastructure, Microsoft technologies and open innovation.

The Opportunity

Your Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end SAP Ariba implementation and support projects.
• Conduct requirement gathering, workshops, fit-gap analysis, and solution design sessions.
• Lead SAP Ariba Upstream modules: SLP, Supplier Risk, Sourcing, and Contracts.
• Lead SAP Ariba Downstream modules: Buying & Invoicing, Guided Buying, Catalog and Invoice Management.
• Lead SAP Ariba CIG integrations with SAP ECC and SAP S/4HANA.
• Manage PR, PO, GR, SES, Invoice, and Master Data integrations.
• Act as trusted advisor for clients and manage stakeholders.
• Lead SIT, UAT, Go-Live, Hypercare, and Production Support activities.
• Support RFPs, effort estimations, solution demos, and presales activities.
• Mentor junior consultants and lead onsite/offshore teams.
• Responsible for decision-making, optimizing processes, resource management, and overseeing team management as needed for task execution.
• Accountable for allocating personnel, supervising team members, assigning tasks, ensuring that the team has the necessary tools and support to succeed in their roles and optimizing and evaluating their performance to meet organizational goals.

Skills and attributes for success

Ideally, you’ll also

Preferred Qualifications

• 9+ years of SAP Ariba experience.
• Hands-on expertise in both Upstream and Downstream modules.
• Strong SAP Ariba CIG and SAP Business Network experience.
• Experience leading global rollout projects.

Required Skills

• SAP Ariba SLP
• Strategic Sourcing
• Contract Management
• Buying & Invoicing
• Guided Buying
• SAP Ariba CIG
• SAP Business Network
• SAP S/4HANA & ECC Integration
• Stakeholder Management

Keywords for Recruiters

SAP Ariba, SLP, Supplier Risk, Sourcing, Contracts, Buying & Invoicing, Guided Buying, SAP Business Network, CIG, SAP MM, P2P, SAP S/4HANA, ECC Integration, Procurement Transformation.

What we look for

We are seeking an experienced SAP Ariba Lead Consultant with 9+ years of experience in SAP Ariba and Procurement Transformation programs. The candidate should possess strong expertise across SAP Ariba Upstream and Downstream solutions, including SLP, Supplier Risk, Sourcing, Contracts, Buying & Invoicing, Guided Buying, and SAP Business Network integration. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in leading end-to-end implementations, client stakeholder management, solution design, SAP Ariba CIG integrations with SAP ECC/S/4HANA, and managing global delivery teams.

What we offer you

At EY, we’ll develop you with future-focused skills and equip you with world-class experiences. We’ll empower you in a flexible environment, and fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams.

To help create an equitable and inclusive experience during the recruitment process, please inform us as soon as possible about any disability-related adjustments or accommodations you may need.

Our Commitment: As a commitment, we persistently endeavour to embody our values, fulfil our purpose, and champion inclusiveness. Our dedication is to cultivate EY into an environment where diverse perspectives are celebrated, creating a supportive atmosphere for individuals to authentically be themselves and contribute their utmost.

Professional Development: From entry-level employees to senior leaders, we believe in continuous learning. We offer opportunities to build new skills, take on leadership roles, and connect and grow through mentorship.

People and Culture: In our dynamic workplace, diversity, equity, and inclusiveness are ingrained in our culture. We're united by a commitment to create an environment where every individual's differences are valued, practices are equitable, fostering a sense of belonging. Our shared values include integrity, respect, teaming, inclusiveness, energy, enthusiasm, courage to lead, and building relationships based on doing the right thing.

Benefits: Embark on a transformative career journey with us and indulge in a suite of premium benefits, encompassing exclusive health and wellness packages, enticing rewards, and cutting-edge learning opportunities that empower you to continually grow and excel in your professional and personal development.

“We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion”.

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