SAP S/4HANA Source-to-Pay (S2P) Lead – SAP Ariba

Location: GBR - ANY CITY

Time Type: Full time

Job Description

Job Description:

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As DXC Technology continues to expand its SAP Procurement capability and is seeking a SAP S/4HANA S2P Lead with strong SAP Ariba experience. You will lead the design and delivery of end‑to‑end Source‑to‑Pay processes, combining SAP Ariba’s cloud capabilities with S/4HANA Procurement.

This is a client‑facing role covering discovery, design, build, testing, and deployment across multiple industries.

Due to our clients security requirements we can only consider sole British Nationals with 5+ years continuous UK residency.

Key Responsibilities

Solution & Process Leadership

• Lead end‑to‑end Source‑to‑Pay (S2P) process design across Sourcing, Supplier Management, Contracting, Buying, Goods Receipt, and Invoicing.

• Own solution design across SAP Ariba (Buying & Invoicing, Sourcing, Contracts, SLP) and SAP S/4HANA Procurement/MM.

• Define integration between Ariba and S/4HANA via CIG/BTP, ensuring seamless master data and transactional flow.

• Support deployment of modern procurement capabilities including Guided Buying, Supplier Onboarding, Ariba Catalogues, and Contract Compliance.

Client Engagement

• Lead Procurement S2P workshops; collaborate with Finance (AP), Supply Chain, and IT on cross‑functional touchpoints.

• Advise Procurement leadership on best‑practice processes using SAP Ariba and S/4HANA.

• Translate Procurement requirements into scalable SAP designs.

Delivery Leadership

• Lead the Procurement S2P workstream through design, build, testing, cutover, and go‑live.

• Coordinate with Supplier Enablement and Integration teams for onboarding and end‑to‑end testing.

• Deliver within SAP Activate/agile frameworks; manage onshore/offshore collaboration to maintain quality.

Pre‑Sales & Internal Contribution

• Support proposals, estimates, and RFPs for S2P scope.

• Deliver Ariba/S/4HANA Procurement demos.

• Contribute to accelerators, templates, and best‑practice assets.

Required Experience

• Strong experience across SAP Ariba (one or more of: Buying & Invoicing, Sourcing, Contracts, SLP).

• Solid functional background in SAP S/4HANA Procurement/MM, covering the full P2P lifecycle.

• Experience in 1–2 full lifecycle SAP S/4HANA implementations (greenfield or brownfield), ideally leading P2P/S2P process areas.

• Hands‑on exposure to Direct and Indirect Procurement, vendor master processes, approval strategies, and invoice handling.

• Experience integrating Ariba with S/4HANA using CIG/BTP Integration Suite (desirable but not mandatory).

• Ability to lead client‑facing activities from discovery through go‑live within a consulting/SI environment.

Technical & Functional Skills

• Working knowledge of SAP Ariba modules - Ariba Buying & Invoicing, Ariba Sourcing, Ariba Contracts, Ariba Supplier Lifecycle & Performance (SLP)

• Understanding of Ariba–S/4HANA integration, including master data sync, PO/Invoice flows, and contract compliance.

• SAP MM configuration knowledge: PR/PO, Service Entry Sheets, Goods Receipts, Invoice Verification.

• Familiarity with Fiori Procurement apps, Central Procurement, and Self‑Service scenarios.

• Awareness of E‑invoicing, tax compliance, and supplier onboarding flows.

• Understanding of procurement trends such as contract lifecycle management, supplier risk awareness, and sustainable sourcing.

Soft Skills

• Strong communication skills, with the ability to interface confidently with senior procurement and finance stakeholders.

• Ability to simplify and articulate complex procurement requirements into clear SAP designs.

• Leadership of cross‑functional teams and mentoring of junior consultants.

• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and documentation abilities.

Methodologies & Tools

• SAP Activate methodology (mandatory).

• Experience with Agile delivery models.

• Familiarity with Signavio, Solution Manager, JIRA/Confluence.

• Understanding of DevOps concepts in SAP delivery (nice to have).

Certifications & Qualifications

• SAP Ariba certification (Sourcing, Contracts, or Buying) — preferred.

• SAP S/4HANA Sourcing & Procurement certification — desirable.

• Degree in Supply Chain, Procurement, Business, or Information Technology.

• CIPS or Lean Procurement credentials are a plus.

Why DXC Technology

At DXC, you’ll join a team that values innovation, collaboration, and impact. We work with major global clients to solve complex challenges and build digital solutions that power transformation. You’ll have the opportunity to grow your SAP expertise, share your ideas, and be part of a culture that celebrates continuous learning. You will also benefit from our Flexible Benefits Package including flexible options for private medical insurance, dental, travel cover, and more. You will also have access to exclusive discounts on restaurants and everyday purchases.

At DXC Technology, we believe strong connections and community are key to our success. Our work model prioritizes in-person collaboration while offering flexibility to support wellbeing, productivity, individual work styles, and life circumstances. We’re committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.

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