Responsibilities / Tasks
Business system owner for Ariba Sourcing, Contract Management & Guided Buying modules :
Ensure that modules fit the digitalization strategy of GEA & business needs for higher efficiency and / or added value
Define a sustainable & scalable support model for users (.e.g key user network), address troubleshooting, provide training materials, and enhance user experience to increase utilization
Based on user feedback, drive improvement initiatives to improve user friendliness, functionality and / or efficiency
Guide users regarding any new released features and how to make the most out of them
Regularly assess the system's performance and optimize it
Regularly update stakeholders on the system's performance, utilization and impact ( cockpit view)
When needed, support the onboarding process of suppliers in the modules for them to interact with (e.g. events, catalogs, questionnaires...)
Oversee the system's use and governance to ensure compliance with policies and standards, and not conflicting with existing overarching IT systems or processes
Manage change requests process and licensing process (only in case it is not managed by IT)
Other tasks :
Contributes to the Procurement digitalization strategy definition and execution, looking for what could be the next level solutions or features to support process efficiency improvements in the procurement community
Can facilitate workshops with buyers or category managers (e.g. Process mapping, user stories) to support the digitalization of Procurement processes
Your Profile / Qualifications
University, bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Procurement or Supply chain
5+ years of Procurement experience
Change management
Source to Pay process knowledge
Project management
SAP Ariba knowledge : Sourcing, Guided Buying, SLP modules
Knowledge of other sourcing solutions is a plus
Process mapping experience is a plus
Fluent in English, German is a plus
Strong stakeholder management skills
Experience with multicultural, complex / matrix organizations
Presentation skills for various audience, both virtual / face-to-face
High sense of accountability
We offer :
A flexible remunerationpackage
Work-life balance hybrid working model as a combination of home-office and working in the office
23 vacation days per year
Great work environment as part of a collaborative team
Internal training and career development opportunities at national and international level