SAP Ariba Senior Consultant (m/f/d)

Company Description

As a leading international food wholesaler, we at METRO are specialized in catering to the needs of hotels, restaurants, caterers (HoReCa), independent merchants (Traders), and more.

With approximately 15 million customers worldwide, our unique multichannel mix offers the flexibility of purchasing goods in-store or via our digitally connected Food Service Distribution (FSD) delivery.

In addition, we are continuously expanding our international online marketplace, METRO MARKETS, to meet the needs of our professional customers.

We furthermore take pride in our commitment to sustainability which is considered in all our actions and being listed in various sustainability indices and rankings for years is proof for our dedication (e.

g. MSCI, CDP). With our business operations spanning 32 countries, over 90,000 employees worldwide and generating sales of around €30 billion in the fiscal year 2022 / 23, we are determined to continue our journey to growth.

At METRO, we have set ourselves ambitious goals with our sCore growth strategy which is closely accompanied by our Fundamentals.

These shared values provide us with rules of conduct that are binding for everyone at METRO, in all countries and companies.

Our commitment to wholesale is at the forefront of our mission, and we are constantly striving to improve. With our ONE METRO spirit, everyone stands together, bringing curiosity, determination, courage, drive, commitment, and trust.

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Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• SAP Ariba Implementation and Management : Lead the implementation, configuration, and management of SAP Ariba solutions to streamline procurement processes.
• Supplier Relationship Management : Develop and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers, manage supplier performance, and optimize procurement strategies.
• Integration with SAP PM : Leverage knowledge of SAP PM to integrate maintenance planning and scheduling with procurement processes, enhancing operational efficiency.
• Training and Support : Provide training and ongoing support to users, ensuring they are proficient in using SAP Ariba tools and features.
• Process Optimization : Analyze current procurement processes to identify areas for improvement and implement best practices using SAP Ariba.
• Project Management : Manage projects from conception through to completion, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope, and budget.

Qualifications

• Expertise : Proven experience as SAP Ariba Consultant with a strong understanding of procurement processes and the ability to configure, deploy, and manage the Ariba platform.
• Educational Background : Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Management and Leadership : Strong project management skills and the ability to lead cross-functional teams.
• Analytical Skills : Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to effectively handle vendor interactions and work with cross-functional teams.
• Languages : excellent command of English (written and spoken)
• Willingness to travel : Around 20-25% of working time.

Additional Information

Additional information

To be part of a fast-growing international team that has significant scaling ambitions across multiple markets.

• Work-Life Balance : Trusted working hours, 30 days of vacation and home office options
• Further training : A comprehensive further training offer over an own training team as well as an own annual training budget
• Well-being : Health programs, a free fitness studio on our campus and regular employee events
• Comfort : Very good public transport connections and free parking spaces including charging facilities for e-mobility.

A canteens with a varied selection of meals and discounts in our stores and at many partner companies