Source To Pay (S2P) IT Assistant Manager

About the role

We are looking for a Source to Pay (S2P) IT Assistant Manager to join our IT function and lead the operation and management of the S2P applications portfolio, which includes SAP S4 HANA, Ariba S2P, Ariba Commerce Automation and Vendor Invoice Management (VIM). You will be responsible for ensuring the alignment of the S2P applications with the business needs and the IT strategy, as well as managing the vendors, stakeholders and the change management process, with an objective of delivering of high-quality IT products and services. You will also provide IT business partnering for our S2P IT team and drive value for the business teams through continuous improvement initiatives in the S2P area, by leveraging your subject matter expertise on IT applications that support the end-to-end Direct and Indirect Material procurement process.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Lipton IT STP leads in delivery, operation and regular upgrade of end-to-end S2P solutions, including SAP S/4HANA Sourcing & Procurement, Ariba Upstream, Ariba Downstream, Vendor Invoice Management ensuring it remains aligned to the current and future business needs.
• Facilitate in requirements gathering from the business for any developments that are needed to ensure the delivery of any subsequent changes and improvements (via the IT supplier eco system).
• Deliver simple and medium complex SAP enhancements for STP business requirements (if required) through design, configuration and testing.
• Collaborate with cross-functional streams (SD, FI, PP etc.) to gather Integration requirements for 3rd party vendor to deliver
• Review and validate deliverables from 3rd party vendors (documentation, functional design, functionalities etc.)
• Support the Lipton IT STP Leads and coordinate the change management process for the S2P IT applications, ensuring the timely and effective delivery of the changes and the minimization of the risks and impacts.
• Effectively communicate changes, upgrades, and enhancements to stakeholders, ensuring smooth transitions and user adoption.
• Support in continuous improvement initiatives in the S2P area, identifying and implementing opportunities for optimization, automation and innovation.

What are we looking for?

Skills & Experiences

• A masters/bachelor’s degree in business administration, procurement, supply chain, or a technology-related field.
• 8-12 years of working experience in S2P applications, such as S4H Sourcing & Procurement. Exposure to Ariba and VIM highly desirable
• Must have hands-on SAP implementation experience in multiple Projects with strong knowledge in designing, architecting solutions in SAP Materials Management, Requisition, Purchase order, Inventory Management, Integration etc., with an in-depth knowledge of various procurement processes like Intra company, Intercompany procurement, third party order processing, subcontracting, consignment etc.
• Strong SAP MM knowledge and good understanding of business processes.
• Strong functional knowledge of S2P process and best practices, as well as integration with other IT systems and platforms.
• Proven track record of successfully implementing or managing S2P applications in a large, global and complex organization, with a strong focus on SAP ECC / S4 HANA.
• Ability to drive solution design workshops, propose options, explain pros and cons to stakeholders and then suggest proper implementation plan with subsequent delivery of all identified deliverables, while working closely with vendor partners.
• Tech savvy with a keen interest in emerging technologies and trends in the S2P domain.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Certification in S4 HANA Sourcing & Procurement or SAP MM or SAP Ariba is a plus.

Critical Success Factors for the Job

• You have great attention to detail and an ability to work independently with limited guidance.
• You understand the importance of effective communication and influencing skills within teams, vendors, suppliers, stakeholders, and leadership teams.
• Personal drive, with a track record of working to tight timelines in a challenging environment.
• Understand the importance of diverse cultures and values different views and perspectives.

Key Interfaces & Stakeholders

• Role reports to the Head of IT – Supply Chain
• Engagement with SAP and other software/implementation vendors as and when required.
• Engagement with S2P functional leads, process owners and super users.
• Engagement with IT delivery and support partner/s.
• Engagement with IT Managers for IT infrastructure, Local IT, Security, Service Management and cross-functional IT Business Application teams.