Sr. Solution Manager, Ariba

McKesson; Munster (IN); Hybrid; USD 79,000 - 132,000; Full time

Job summary

McKesson is seeking an experienced Sr. Solution Manager, Ariba to drive the administration, optimization, and continuous improvement of our SAP Ariba ecosystem.

This role partners with Procurement, Finance, and Technology teams to ensure efficient sourcing, supplier management, and P2P operations. The ideal candidate combines deep SAP Ariba expertise with stakeholder engagement, process improvement, and integration experience across SAP landscapes.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience supporting, implementing, or administering SAP Ariba solutions in enterprise environments.
• Hands-on experience with SAP Ariba Sourcing, Procurement, Contracts, Supplier Lifecycle Management (SLM/SLP), or Ariba Network.
• Experience integrating SAP Ariba with SAP S/4HANA, SAP ERP, MM, or FI modules.
• Strong understanding of procure-to-pay (P2P), source-to-contract (S2C), and supplier management processes.
• Experience gathering business requirements and translating them into scalable platform solutions.
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and deliver outcomes in cross-functional environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead administration and optimization of SAP Ariba solutions, including Sourcing, Buying, Contracts, SLP, and Procurement processes.
• Manage supplier onboarding, qualification, risk assessment, and lifecycle management workflows.
• Configure and support SAP Ariba Network capabilities, supplier enablement activities, and trading partner adoption.
• Partner with business stakeholders to improve procurement operations, compliance, and user experience.
• Lead integration activities between SAP Ariba and SAP S/4HANA, including MM and FI processes.
• Develop procurement analytics, spend visibility dashboards, and reporting solutions to support informed decision-making.
• Collaborate with internal teams, suppliers, and third-party partners to troubleshoot, resolve, and prevent platform issues.
• Identify opportunities for automation, process optimization, and continuous improvement across procurement operations.

Skills

SAP Ariba

Ariba Sourcing

Ariba Network

S/4HANA integration

P2P / S2C processes

Stakeholder management

Healthcare industry knowledge

Agile delivery

Education

Bachelor's degree in IS/Business/Supply Chain/CS

Tools

SAP Ariba Certification

SAP Business Technology Platform (BTP)

APIs / middleware / integration tools

Job description

McKesson is an impact-driven, Fortune 10 company that touches virtually every aspect of healthcare. We are known for delivering insights, products, and services that make quality care more accessible and affordable. Here, we focus on the health, happiness, and well-being of you and those we serve – we care.

What you do at McKesson matters. We foster a culture where you can grow, make an impact, and are empowered to bring new ideas. Together, we thrive as we shape the future of health for patients, our communities, and our people. If you want to be part of tomorrow’s health today, we want to hear from you.

About the Role

McKesson is seeking an experienced Sr. Solution Manager, Ariba to drive the administration, optimization, and continuous improvement of our SAP Ariba ecosystem. This role will serve as a strategic partner to Procurement, Finance, Supply Chain, and Technology teams, ensuring efficient sourcing, supplier management, contract lifecycle management, and procure-to-pay operations. The ideal candidate combines deep SAP Ariba expertise with strong stakeholder engagement, process improvement, and integration experience across SAP landscapes.

What You’ll Do

• Lead administration and optimization of SAP Ariba solutions, including Sourcing, Buying, Contracts, Supplier Lifecycle & Performance (SLP), and Procurement processes.

• Manage supplier onboarding, qualification, risk assessment, and lifecycle management workflows.

• Configure and support SAP Ariba Network capabilities, supplier enablement activities, and trading partner adoption.

• Partner with business stakeholders to improve procurement operations, compliance, and user experience.

• Lead integration activities between SAP Ariba and SAP S/4HANA, including Materials Management (MM) and Finance (FI) processes.

• Develop procurement analytics, spend visibility dashboards, and reporting solutions to support informed decision-making.

• Collaborate with internal teams, suppliers, and third-party partners to troubleshoot, resolve, and prevent platform issues.

• Identify opportunities for automation, process optimization, and continuous improvement across procurement operations.

Basic Requirements

• 7+ years of experience supporting, implementing, or administering SAP Ariba solutions in enterprise environments.

• Hands‑on experience with SAP Ariba Sourcing, Procurement, Contracts, Supplier Lifecycle Management (SLM/SLP), or Ariba Network.

• Experience integrating SAP Ariba with SAP S/4HANA, SAP ERP, MM, or FI modules.

• Strong understanding of procure-to-pay (P2P), source-to-contract (S2C), and supplier management processes.

• Experience gathering business requirements and translating them into scalable platform solutions.

• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and deliver outcomes in cross‑functional environments.

• Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Business, Supply Chain, Computer Science, or related field, or equivalent experience.

Preferred Skills/Experience

• SAP Ariba certification(s).

• Experience with Guided Buying, Catalog Management, Spend Analysis, or Supplier Risk modules.

• Knowledge of procurement transformation and digital procurement initiatives.

• Experience with SAP Business Technology Platform (BTP), APIs, middleware, or integration tools.

• Strong analytical, reporting, and dashboard development capabilities.

• Experience supporting supplier enablement and large‑scale onboarding programs.

• Familiarity with Agile delivery methodologies and product management practices.

• Experience within healthcare, pharmaceutical, distribution, or regulated industries.

Travel / Work Environment / Physical Requirements

• Limited travel may be required based on business needs (up to 10%).

• Hybrid or remote work arrangements may be available based on location and business requirements.

• Ability to work at a computer and participate in virtual meetings for extended periods.

At McKesson, we care about the well-being of the patients and communities we serve, and that starts with caring for our people. That’s why we have a Total Rewards package that includes comprehensive benefits to support physical, mental, and financial well‑being. Our Total Rewards offerings serve the different needs of our diverse employee population and ensure they are the healthiest versions of themselves.

As part of Total Rewards, we are proud to offer a competitive compensation package at McKesson. This is determined by several factors, including performance, experience and skills, equity, regular job market evaluations, and geographical markets. The pay range shown below is aligned with McKesson's pay philosophy, and pay will always be compliant with any applicable regulations. In addition to base pay, other compensation, such as an annual bonus or long‑term incentive opportunities may be offered.

Our Base Pay Range for this position

€70,500 - €117,500