Deloitte
Manager, SAP Ariba Public Sector Specialist, Technology & Transformation
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Deloitte's strategy is to be the market leader in SAP-enabled Transformations. We are recruiting exceptional individuals to provide leadership and expertise to sell and deliver groundbreaking, digital S/4HANA and SAP-enabled Source-to-Pay Transformation Programmes.
Deloitte has a long-standing relationship with SAP. We are the global number one SAP delivery partner with over 200 implementations delivered to date. Deloitte are also the co-innovation partner on SAP Leonardo, working together with SAP to develop a roadmap of digital use cases.
You will be part of a diverse team that challenges itself to provide innovative solutions in high-profile, complex projects. Working alongside excellent colleagues from around the firm and across the globe, Deloitte is an environment where you and your career can flourish.
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Deloitte drives progress. Using our vast range of expertise, we help our clients become leaders wherever they choose to compete. To do this, we invest in outstanding people. We build teams of future thinkers, with diverse talents and backgrounds, and empower them all to reach for and achieve more.
What brings us all together at Deloitte? It’s how we approach the thousands of decisions we make every day. How we behave, our beliefs and our attitudes. In other words: our values. Whatever we do, wherever we are in the world, we lead the way, serve with integrity, take care of each other, foster inclusion, and collaborate for measurable impact. These five shared values lead every decision we make and action we take, guiding us to deliver impact how and where it matters most.
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As an SAP Ariba Source to Pay Manager, your role will involve:
- Leading pre-sales conversations with the clients and helping to shape a vision of their Procurement Transformation journey roadmap
- Build client relationships with senior stakeholders
- Delivery of SAP enabled transformation programmes - specialising in Ariba upstream or downstream Source to Pay processes across indirect and direct procurement but with an appreciation of the integration with the wider S/4 Finance and Supply Chain landscape
- In-depth understanding and practical experience with the new Procurement Act 2023, including its implications for procurement processes, transparency requirements, supplier selection, and contract management. This includes knowledge of the transition period and how to prepare for its full implementation.
- Detailed knowledge of how SAP Ariba can work with the following public sector procurement portals:
- "Find a Tender" Service (FTS): Proven experience with the FTS for publishing notices (e.g., Prior Information Notices, Contract Notices, Contract Award Notices) and understanding how SAP Ariba's sourcing modules can integrate or align with FTS requirements for compliant publication.
- G-Cloud Integration & Digital Marketplace: Specific knowledge of the G-Cloud framework and the wider Digital Marketplace. This includes understanding how to procure cloud services and digital outcomes compliantly through these channels and how SAP Ariba can support the management of contracts and suppliers sourced via G-Cloud.
- Crown Digital Platform: Familiarity with the Crown Digital Platform and its role in central government digital services, data sharing, or procurement initiatives. Ability to understand how a local council might interact with or leverage this platform, and how SAP Ariba can complement or integrate with its functionalities for streamlined public sector operations.
- Develop and manage implementation plans that maximise the potential of SAP technology whilst minimising implementation risk
- Designing end-to-end solutions and ensuring deliverables are consistent with design principles, standards and methodologies
- Lead client workshops covering a range of topics including; process design, industry best practices and bring SME knowledge in Source to Pay in the direct and indirect procurement environments.
- Lead or participate in practice development activities which support sales activities and internal capability development
- Facilitate high-level and detailed design workshops for your functional area; collecting business requirements and mapping out business processes
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To be successful in this role you are required to demonstrate:
Essentials:
- Excellent senior stakeholder management
- Experience of delivering Ariba solutions as part of a transformation programme
- Expertise in either / both of:
- SAP Ariba Strategic Sourcing Suite including Sourcing, Contract Management, Supplier Lifecycle & Performance and Supplier Risk Management
- Ariba Buying & Invoicing with strong knowledge of the SAP Business Network
- Expertise implementing end-to-end SAP Ariba solutions into a public sector organisation that complies with Procurement Act 2023 (PA2023) including integration to the Central Digital Platform (CDP)
- A clear understanding of Ariba integration with S/4 HANA and MDG solutions where relevant
- An understanding of Supplier and Content enablement strategies and planning options
- Ability to carry out buying channel mapping initiatives with the client and understanding of the benefits this brings
- Aware of recent SAP Ariba innovations and roadmap
- Able to provide SME input and best practice business process in Source to Pay
- Able to manage communication with key stakeholders (clients, internal teams, vendors) throughout the SAP implementation and ongoing support, ensuring alignment on project goals and timelines
Desirables:
- An understanding of other associated solutions such as best of breed procurement tools
- Knowledge of strategic procurement process
- Experience of Agile working practices on SAP implementation, along with planning of activities during the project
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Distinctive thinking, deep expertise, innovation and collaborative working. That’s what connects us. That’s what makes us Deloitte. If you want to help solve some of the biggest tech and transformational challenges around, join us. Together, we’ll make an impact that matters.
Enterprise, Technology and Performance
Our clients want to achieve maximum value from digital transformation investments in Finance, Supply Chain and IT operations. That’s where we come in. By taking a holistic view of performance improvement, including strategy, process design and technology enablement, we support the smooth operation of transformations.
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“What attracted me to Deloitte were the endless opportunities and the collective experience of other like-minded individuals. Deloitte’s clients include many of the world’s largest organisations; I wanted to be part of a team that made a difference that I could be proud of.” - Dan, Technology and Transformation
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Our hybrid working policy
You’ll be based in London or Manchester with hybrid working.
At Deloitte we understand the importance of balancing your career alongside your home life. That’s why we’ll support you to work flexibly through our hybrid working policy. Depending on the requirements of your role, you’ll have the opportunity to work in your local office, virtual collaboration spaces, client sites and remotely. You’ll get the chance to meet face to face when needed, while you collaborate and learn from colleagues, share your experiences, and build the relationships that will fuel your career and prioritise your wellbeing. Please check with your recruiter for the specific working requirements that may apply for your role.
Our commitment to you
Making an impact is more than just what we do: it’s why we’re here. So we work hard to create an environment where you can experience a purpose you believe in, the freedom to be you, and the capacity to go further than ever before.
We want you. The true you. Your own strengths, perspective and personality. So we’re nurturing a culture where everyone belongs, feels supported and heard, and is empowered to make a valuable, personal contribution. You can be sure we’ll take your wellbeing seriously, too. Because it’s only when you’re comfortable and at your best that you can make the kind of impact you, and we, live for.
Your expertise is our capability, so we’ll make sure it never stops growing. Whether it’s from the complex work you do, or the people you collaborate with, you’ll learn every day. Through world-class development, you’ll gain invaluable technical and personal skills. Whatever your level, you’ll learn how to lead.
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