Accenture
SAP Ariba & S/4HANA MM Lead - Procurement & Supply Chain
- Permanent
- Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
- Experience 15 - 20 yrs
Job expiry date: 28/12/2025
Job overview
Date posted
13/11/2025
Location
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Salary
SAR 40,000 - 50,000 per month
Compensation
Comprehensive package + relocation
Experience
15 - 20 yrs
Seniority
Senior & Lead
Qualification
Bachelors degree
Expiration date
28/12/2025
Job description
The SAP Ariba & S/4HANA MM Lead - Procurement & Supply Chain role at Accenture is a senior-level position within the Business & Technology Integration team, focused on delivering high-impact ERP transformation programs for clients across the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The role involves leading the implementation and optimization of SAP Ariba and S/4HANA Materials Management modules, driving end-to-end digital transformation of procurement and supply chain operations. The incumbent will serve as a trusted advisor to clients throughout the full project lifecycleâfrom blueprinting and architecture design to deployment and post-go-live supportâensuring seamless integration between SAP Ariba and S/4HANA systems. Responsibilities include managing large-scale SAP projects, aligning solutions with business objectives, conducting system analysis and testing, and facilitating training to ensure adoption of new systems. The position requires deep technical and functional expertise in SAP Ariba modules such as Sourcing, Buying & Invoicing, and Contract Management, combined with a strong understanding of procurement and supply chain best practices. As part of Accentureâs global technology network, the role offers opportunities to work on cutting-edge digital transformation initiatives using state-of-the-art tools and frameworks.
Required skills
Key responsibilities
- Lead the implementation and optimization of SAP Ariba and S/4HANA MM solutions for procurement and supply chain processes
- Design, configure, and deploy SAP Ariba modules integrated with S/4HANA Purchasing to deliver end-to-end procurement capabilities
- Serve as the solution architect and subject matter expert across all project phases including blueprinting, design, and deployment
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams such as supply chain, finance, and IT to gather business requirements and define technical solutions
- Manage full project lifecycle including planning, resource coordination, risk management, and stakeholder communication
- Ensure seamless integration between SAP Ariba and S/4HANA platforms with a focus on data consistency and business process alignment
- Conduct system analysis, solution configuration, and functional testing, leading UAT cycles to validate deliverables
- Provide guidance, mentorship, and leadership to project teams, ensuring on-time delivery of project milestones
- Develop and deliver end-user training programs and comprehensive technical documentation to support system adoption
- Advise clients on SAP best practices, process re-engineering, and business transformation strategies
- Engage with business stakeholders to identify opportunities for innovation, efficiency, and cost reduction through technology
- Ensure compliance with Accentureâs quality standards and project management frameworks
- Contribute to business development efforts by providing technical expertise in proposal writing and client presentations
Experience & skills
- Hold a bachelorâs degree in engineering, computer science, information systems, or related field
- Possess a minimum of 15 years of experience in SAP consulting with strong expertise in SAP Ariba and S/4HANA MM modules
- Demonstrated experience leading multiple full-cycle SAP implementations and large-scale ERP transformations
- Strong understanding of procurement, purchasing, and supply chain management processes
- Hands-on experience with SAP Ariba modules such as Sourcing, Buying & Invoicing, and Contract Management integrated with S/4HANA
- Proven ability to design scalable and efficient SAP architectures aligned with client business needs
- Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Experience working with agile or hybrid project management methodologies
- SAP certifications in Ariba and/or S/4HANA MM highly desirable
- Experience working on Middle East or GCC client projects preferred
- Willingness to travel to client sites as required for project delivery and stakeholder engagement
- Strong presentation and leadership skills with the ability to guide cross-functional teams
