Indirect Procurement - Ariba Expert

We are the METRO Global Solution Center! Our motto, "We make it count," reflects our belief that accounting is more than just numbers - it's about creating impactful solutions, driving meaningful change, and always counting for more. As a proud member of the METRO/MAKRO family, a leading international wholesaler with over 86,000 employees across 30+ countries, we are committed to excellence and innovation. Our inclusive and diverse community promotes collaboration, personal development, and dedication to achieving our goals together. 

The main objective of LUCA program is to successfully upgrade METRO’s Finance to SAP S/4HANA to ensure business continuity and avoid security and compliance risks. The LUCA program is, in addition, a critical enabler of METRO’s strategy to achieve standardization, harmonization, and centralization.   

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Indirect Procurement expert with solid SAP Ariba Guided Buying expertise to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for supporting our P2P team within a global ERP rollout, ensuring efficient and streamlined procurement processes, and optimizing the use of SAP Ariba Guided Buying within the organization. 

Tasks & Responsibilities 

• Roll-Out Management: Support the P2P ind. Procurement team in managing the future roll-out waves during all project phases for all remaining Metro companies
• Process Excellence: Guide Country stakeholders identifying the correct Buying Channel based on their Procurement processes and encouraging the system adoption
• SAP Ariba Guided Buying and SAP MM Module Optimization: Support in successful implementation and optimization of these modules with focus on keeping SAP standard functionalities
• Process Improvement: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and implement process improvements. Support in creation and updating of documentation and training materials 
• Support Stakeholder Management: Support relationship management with LUCA stakeholders, including project team colleagues, country and shared service center experts as well as external partners and suppliers. Ensure that all P2P processes are integrated and synchronized with business needs

Skill set and experience profile:  

• Educational Background: Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or a related field
• Professional Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in Procurement processes with the focus on Indirect Procurement, either in an operational or a project team. SAP Ariba Guided Buying is a must and knowledge of SAP MM is of an advantage
• Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills 
• Communication Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of working effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Languages: excellent command of English (written and spoken) 
• Willingness to travel (20-25% of working time) 

We provide:  

• Stable employment in an international corporation, which is constantly growing
• Chance to expand knowledge and experience in various areas
• Private medical care and group insurance, also for family members
• Cash benefits as part of the Social Benefits Fund, i.e., Christmas allowance 
• A monthly salary supplement for knowing an additional language
• Co-financed sports card
• Team and company integrations after hours
• Hybrid or remote work