IN_Sr Associate 2_SAP Ariba_OC - SAP AITH Core_Advisory_Bhubaneswar

Line of Service Advisory Industry/Sector Not Applicable Specialism Oracle Management Level Senior Associate Job Description & Summary At PwC, our people in business application consulting specialise in consulting services for a variety of business applications, helping clients optimise operational efficiency. These individuals analyse client needs, implement software solutions, and provide training and support for seamless integration and utilisation of business applications, enabling clients to achieve their strategic objectives. Those in Oracle technology at PwC will focus on utilising and managing Oracle suite of software and technologies for various purposes within an organisation. You will be responsible for tasks such as installation, configuration, administration, development, and support of Oracle products and solutions. * Why   PWC At  PwC , you will be part of a vibrant community of solvers that leads with trust and creates distinctive outcomes for our clients and communities. This purpose-led and values-driven work, powered by technology in an environment that drives innovation, will enable you to make a tangible impact in the real world. We reward your contributions, support your wellbeing, and offer inclusive benefits, flexibility programmes and mentorship that will help you thrive in work and life. Together, we grow, learn, care, collaborate, and create a future of infinite experiences for each other. Learn more  about us . At  PwC , we believe in providing equal employment opportunities, without any discrimination on the grounds of gender, ethnic background, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, religion or other beliefs, perceived differences and status protected by law. We strive to create an environment where each one of our people can bring their true selves and contribute to their personal growth and the firm’s growth. To enable this, we have zero tolerance for any discrimination and harassment based on the above considerations. " Job Description Line of Service : Advisory / Technology Consulting   Management Level : Senior Associate   Location : Bhubaneswar, Odisha   Core Focus : Designing, implementing, and optimizing cloud-based procurement systems utilizing SAP Ariba Upstream modules.

Template & Module Management : Lead end-to-end design, implementation, and enhancement of SAP Ariba Upstream modules.   Contract Management : Build and maintain Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) workspaces, contract clauses, and master templates.   Supplier Governance : Configure and oversee Supplier Lifecycle & Performance (SLP) and Supplier Information & Performance Management (SIPM) applications.   Business Mapping : Lead interactive workshops with clients to transform procurement strategies into operational system blueprints.   Testing & Quality Assurance : Write test scripts and spearhead functional validation across Unit Testing, Integration Testing, and User Acceptance Testing (UAT).   Production Support : Provide targeted Level 2 and Level 3 support to handle functional disruptions and lifecycle failures.   Procurement Analytics : Customize and extract complex procurement and spend analysis metrics via the standard Ariba reporting engine.    Technical Skills & Experience Required   Experience : Minimum of 4+ years of dedicated SAP Ariba functional deployment experience.   Core Modules : Direct mastery over SAP CLM, SIPM, Ariba Sourcing, and Supplier Management.   System Integration : Hands-on familiarity with ERP connectivity via Cloud Integration Gateway (CIG / Managed Gateway for S/4HANA) and standard SAP ECC systems.   Procurement Knowledge : Proficient domain mapping of strategic sourcing matrixes, supplier onboarding, and enterprise compliance workflows.   Education : Bachelor of Technology ( B.Tech ) / Master of Technology ( M.Tech ) or equivalent technical degree     Mandatory Skill sets: