Taylor Kittrell

IDR is seeking a SAP Ariba Sourcing Lead to join one of our top clients for an opportunity in Sacramento, California. This role offers a unique chance to lead sourcing initiatives within a government agency using SAP Ariba technology. The position involves overseeing the implementation and optimization of sourcing processes, ensuring successful project delivery.

Position Overview for the SAP Ariba Sourcing Lead:

• Lead SAP Ariba Sourcing implementations, managing project scope, timelines, deliverables, and stakeholder requirements to ensure successful sourcing outcomes.
• Define and guide sourcing strategies and best practices, leveraging Ariba to execute competitive sourcing events, RFx processes, and supplier negotiations.
• Configure, optimize, and enhance the SAP Ariba Sourcing platform, ensuring strong system performance and seamless integration with procurement and ERP systems.
• Drive user adoption by providing mentoring, developing user documentation, delivering training sessions, and supporting organizational change management activities.
• Analyze sourcing data, KPIs, and system insights to identify opportunities for cost savings, value creation, process optimization, and continuous improvement.

Requirements for the SAP Ariba Sourcing Lead:

• Proven experience leading SAP Ariba Sourcing implementations, including managing project scope, timelines, and stakeholder expectations.
• Strong knowledge of configuring and optimizing SAP Ariba Sourcing platforms, with experience supporting complex RFx or sourcing events.
• Demonstrated ability to drive user adoption and change management for sourcing processes, with effective training and mentoring skills.
• SAP Ariba Certification is preferred; experience with SAP S/4HANA is also preferred.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with a focus on process improvement.

What's in it for you?

• Competitive compensation package
• Full Benefits; Medical, Vision, Dental, and more!
• Opportunity to get in with an industry leading organization.

Why IDR?

• 25+ Years of Proven Industry Experience in 4 major markets
• Employee Stock Ownership Program
• Dedicated Engagement Manager who is committed to you and your success.
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® Client and Talent Award winner 12 years in a row.