Introduction
A career in IBM Consulting is built on long-term client relationships and close collaboration worldwide. You’ll work with leading companies across industries, helping them shape their hybrid cloud and AI journeys. With support from our strategic partners, robust IBM technology, and Red Hat, you’ll have the tools to drive meaningful change and accelerate client impact. At IBM Consulting, curiosity fuels success. You’ll be encouraged to challenge the norm, explore new ideas, and create innovative solutions that deliver real results. Our culture of growth and empathy focuses on your long-term career development while valuing your unique skills and experiences.
Your role and responsibilities
- Configure and deploy SAP Ariba modules — Sourcing, Contract Management, Supplier Lifecycle & Performance (SLP), and Buying & Invoicing.
- Gather and translate client requirements into scalable solution designs.
- Support workshops, system testing, and go-live activities across procurement transformation engagements.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams and client stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
- Contribute to process documentation, training materials, and knowledge-sharing within the practice.
Required technical and professional expertise
Consulting Skills
- Confident communicator who can win stakeholder confidence and tailor messages to different audiences.
- Able to construct clear, evidence-backed justifications for recommended approaches.
- Curious and inventive thinker who approaches problems with fresh perspectives.
- Skilled at drawing out information through attentive, empathetic listening.
- Collaborative team player who maintains focus and composure when challenges arise.
- Systematic in uncovering and documenting client needs with precision.
- Builds genuine trust through consistent, professional delivery.
- Delivers well-structured, engaging presentations to clients and internal audiences.
- Receptive to feedback and equally capable of providing it constructively.
Preferred technical and professional experience
Technical Skills
- 3 to 5 years of hands-on experience across two or more SAP Ariba modules (Sourcing, Contract Management, SLP, Buying & Invoicing).
- Solid understanding of procure-to-pay and source-to-contract processes.
- Experience with SAP S/4HANA integration with Ariba is a plus.
IBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, caste, genetics, pregnancy, disability, neurodivergence, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.