Stellenangebot: SAP Ariba Solution Architect (m/f/d) bei METRO Digital GmbH

Company Description

About us:

Passion for food. Hunger for tech. We make METRO digital.

Today technology is driving the world. And at METRO.digital we are driving the technology for one of the leading international wholesalers specializing in food - METRO. From e-commerce to checkout, to delivery software, we work on a wide range of products to make each day a success for our customers and colleagues. With passion and ownership, we build the future of wholesale.

You are driving to create smart solutions for customers around the globe? You want to grow in a flexible environment? Let the right career opportunity find you and join us!

How you will make an impact?

The main objective of LUCA program is to successfully upgrade METRO’s Finance to SAP S/4HANA and SAP Ariba 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.

Within the LUCA program, the SAP Ariba Solution Architect is a specialized role focusing on the technical aspects of implementing SAP Ariba solutions to optimize indirect procurement processes within an organization. This role requires a good understanding of SAP Ariba modules, such as SAP Ariba Sourcing, SAP Buying and Invoicing, Guided Buying and Invoice Management and, particularly, a deep hands-on experience on the integration between SAP Ariba and S/4 HANA as well as the supplier integration capabilities within Commerce Automation.

Job Description

Your Responsibilities:

• Act as the technical lead for SAP Ariba rollouts and enhancements;
• Review initial requirements against current business processes to identify gaps or opportunities for improvement;
• Provide advice on integration implementation approaches and their implications;
• Support the process leads and process owners by offering insights on integration architectural decisions and their alignment with business needs;
• Oversee the configuration of Cloud Integration Gateway;
• Support in the usage of API’s for data exchange with SAP Ariba;
• Support the technical onboarding of suppliers on the Ariba Network;
• Oversee the technical configuration of SAP Ariba modules, including approval workflows, document numbering, interface settings, etc;
• Support the data migration on the migration of master and transactional data;
• Support the various test phases including defect resolution;
• Support the deployment activities, including hypercare;
• Support the Service Management by reviewing incidents and request for changes;
• Drive the adoption of IT Security Standards and IT Audit action plans.

Qualifications

Required key competencies and qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field;
• 8+ years of hands-on technical experience with SAP Ariba, with strong knowledge of Commerce Automation and API-based integration;
• Hands-on experience with Ariba integration methods: CIG, APIs, IDocs, Web Services, or middleware tools (e.g., SAP PI/PO, BTP);
• Proficiency in Ariba Network configuration and document mapping (orders, order confirmations, ship notices, service entries, and invoices);
• Familiarity with SAP ERP (S/4HANA or ECC) procurement modules (SAP MM and Master Data);
• Experience in implementing or supporting one or more Ariba modules: Sourcing, Contracts, Buying, Invoicing, Commerce Automation;
• Understanding of SAP Ariba network configurations and master data flow;
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills;
• Excellent command of English (written and spoken);
• Ability to travel is required.

This resonates with you? Apply now!

Additional Information

What we offer at METRO.digital?

• Hybrid and agile work: thrive in a flexible, multicultural environment.

At METRO.digital, we promote work-life balance through a hybrid working model. You’ll be part of self-organizing, multicultural teams that collaborate in an agile setup.

• People development: when you grow so do we!

We want you to become the best version of yourself with individual and company-wide programs and trainings for people development. Focused among other on development, leadership, appreciation ... it´s time to upskill your career.

• Support with individual solutions: we are people-caring!

We offer support whenever you need it - at every stage of your professional journey.

Want to know more about all our benefits? Discover more here.

Let´s connect soon. Apply for the role now!

Position grade within our career framework: Technical Architect Grade 1 (Md8).