We are seeking a highly accomplished SAP Ariba Consulting Specialist for an enterprise-level contract opportunity based in Toronto. In this role, you will take on a premier SAP Ariba and S/4HANA functional configuration capacity, specializing in designing, developing, and deploying complex, policy-driven procurement workflows within an established enterprise SAP ecosystem.
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As an SAP Ariba specialist, you will integrate with the sustainment team and collaborate directly with P2P teams, SuccessFactors specialists, and external system integrators. Operating within a hybrid work model in Toronto, you will lead the end-to-end implementation of Delegation of Commitment Authority (DOCA) workflows—defining multi-approver structures, establishing financial controls and segregation of duties, updating process documentation, and executing rigorous integration and regression testing. This position demands a seasoned SAP authority who can align complex business processes with SAP Activate/PMBOK methodologies and drive seamless procurement transformations.
Location: Toronto, ON
Assignment Type: Hybrid (3 days per week onsite)
Contract Duration: 6-month contract (with potential extension up to an additional 6 months)
Advantages
High-Impact S/4HANA & Ariba Architecture: Lead complex, policy-driven workflow configurations across SAP Ariba, S/4HANA, and SuccessFactors environments.
Complex Financial Controls: Design multi-approver structures, segregation of duties, and sub-delegation limits for enterprise-wide procurement operations.
Full-Lifecycle SAP Delivery: Drive end-to-end deliverables spanning process design, functional specs, unit/integration testing, and change enablement.
Balanced Hybrid Model: Enjoy a flexible work arrangement combining collaborative onsite teamwork in Toronto with remote flexibility.
Responsibilities
Design, configure, and optimize SAP S/4HANA Flexible Workflows and SAP Ariba modules to enforce Delegation of Commitment Authority (DOCA) requirements.
Develop detailed functional specifications for custom development objects and integration points across S/4HANA, Ariba, and SuccessFactors platforms.
Utilize HR Mini Master data structures to build and manage complex, dynamic workflow approval hierarchies.
Author and update comprehensive business process designs, policy guidelines, and configuration documentation for newly implemented functionality.
Design, execute, and document complete testing strategies, including unit, functional, integration, system, and regression testing scenarios.
Collaborate with P2P, Finance, Procurement, and System Integrator teams to validate proposed SAP functionality against organizational policies and best practices.
Formulate robust risk mitigation strategies, issue logs, and key decision documents to guide leadership decision-making.
Develop customized reports to meet enterprise reporting requirements and support auditing and compliance functions.
Produce updated training materials, communication artifacts, and sustainment models to facilitate organizational change management.
Provide functional leadership, subject matter expertise, and technical guidance across procurement business processes, system enhancements, and data structures.
Qualifications
Core Technical & SAP Expertise
Program/Project Management Tenure: Minimum 10+ years of hands-on experience in large project/program management across large public or private sector organizations.
End-to-End Implementation Record: Proven track record of delivering at least 2 end-to-end SAP implementations.
SAP Certification: Official SAP Certification in Sourcing and Procurement.
Hands-on Configuration: Proven expertise in hands-on configuration of SAP Ariba and S/4HANA.
Complex Workflow & HR Integration: Demonstrated experience implementing complex, multi-level workflows with dynamic approval tiers, leveraging HR Mini Master data.
Cross-Module Integration: In-depth knowledge of integration points across SAP Ariba, S/4HANA, ECC, and SuccessFactors.
Testing & Solution Manager: Strong understanding of testing methodologies, test execution frameworks, and working knowledge of SAP Solution Manager Change Requests.
Methodology Alignment: Deep familiarity with SAP Activate and/or PMBOK project delivery methodologies (PMP designation is a strong asset).
Soft Skills & Delivery Attributes
Stakeholder Management & Leadership: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with the confidence to influence, negotiate, and align key stakeholders and senior leadership.
Critical Thinking & Risk Management: Demonstrated strategic planning capabilities with a focus on process management, financial controls, and risk minimization.
Tenacity & Collaboration: Ability to lead cross-functional teams, manage high-volume workloads, and foster clear communication between business units and external vendors.
Summary
If you're interested in the "SAP Ariba Consulting Specialist" role based in Toronto, we encourage you to apply online at www.randstad.ca.
Only qualified candidates will be contacted for the next steps. We look forward to hearing from you!
Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.
Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to accessibility@randstad.ca to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.
This posting is for existing and upcoming vacancies.
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We are seeking a highly accomplished SAP Ariba Consulting Specialist for an enterprise-level contract opportunity based in Toronto. In this role, you will take on a premier SAP Ariba and S/4HANA functional configuration capacity, specializing in designing, developing, and deploying complex, policy-driven procurement workflows within an established enterprise SAP ecosystem.
As an SAP Ariba specialist, you will integrate with the sustainment team and collaborate directly with P2P teams, SuccessFactors specialists, and external system integrators. Operating within a hybrid work model in Toronto, you will lead the end-to-end implementation of Delegation of Commitment Authority (DOCA) workflows—defining multi-approver structures, establishing financial controls and segregation of duties, updating process documentation, and executing rigorous integration and regression testing. This position demands a seasoned SAP authority who can align complex business processes with SAP Activate/PMBOK methodologies and drive seamless procurement transformations.
Location: Toronto, ON
Assignment Type: Hybrid (3 days per week onsite)
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Contract Duration: 6-month contract (with potential extension up to an additional 6 months)
Advantages
High-Impact S/4HANA & Ariba Architecture: Lead complex, policy-driven workflow configurations across SAP Ariba, S/4HANA, and SuccessFactors environments.
Complex Financial Controls: Design multi-approver structures, segregation of duties, and sub-delegation limits for enterprise-wide procurement operations.
Full-Lifecycle SAP Delivery: Drive end-to-end deliverables spanning process design, functional specs, unit/integration testing, and change enablement.
Balanced Hybrid Model: Enjoy a flexible work arrangement combining collaborative onsite teamwork in Toronto with remote flexibility.
Responsibilities
Design, configure, and optimize SAP S/4HANA Flexible Workflows and SAP Ariba modules to enforce Delegation of Commitment Authority (DOCA) requirements.
Develop detailed functional specifications for custom development objects and integration points across S/4HANA, Ariba, and SuccessFactors platforms.
Utilize HR Mini Master data structures to build and manage complex, dynamic workflow approval hierarchies.
Author and update comprehensive business process designs, policy guidelines, and configuration documentation for newly implemented functionality.
Design, execute, and document complete testing strategies, including unit, functional, integration, system, and regression testing scenarios.
Collaborate with P2P, Finance, Procurement, and System Integrator teams to validate proposed SAP functionality against organizational policies and best practices.
Formulate robust risk mitigation strategies, issue logs, and key decision documents to guide leadership decision-making.
Develop customized reports to meet enterprise reporting requirements and support auditing and compliance functions.
Produce updated training materials, communication artifacts, and sustainment models to facilitate organizational change management.
Provide functional leadership, subject matter expertise, and technical guidance across procurement business processes, system enhancements, and data structures.
Qualifications
Core Technical & SAP Expertise
Program/Project Management Tenure: Minimum 10+ years of hands-on experience in large project/program management across large public or private sector organizations.
End-to-End Implementation Record: Proven track record of delivering at least 2 end-to-end SAP implementations.
SAP Certification: Official SAP Certification in Sourcing and Procurement.
Hands-on Configuration: Proven expertise in hands-on configuration of SAP Ariba and S/4HANA.
Complex Workflow & HR Integration: Demonstrated experience implementing complex, multi-level workflows with dynamic approval tiers, leveraging HR Mini Master data.
Cross-Module Integration: In-depth knowledge of integration points across SAP Ariba, S/4HANA, ECC, and SuccessFactors.
Testing & Solution Manager: Strong understanding of testing methodologies, test execution frameworks, and working knowledge of SAP Solution Manager Change Requests.
Methodology Alignment: Deep familiarity with SAP Activate and/or PMBOK project delivery methodologies (PMP designation is a strong asset).
Soft Skills & Delivery Attributes
Stakeholder Management & Leadership: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with the confidence to influence, negotiate, and align key stakeholders and senior leadership.
Critical Thinking & Risk Management: Demonstrated strategic planning capabilities with a focus on process management, financial controls, and risk minimization.
Tenacity & Collaboration: Ability to lead cross-functional teams, manage high-volume workloads, and foster clear communication between business units and external vendors.
Summary
If you're interested in the "SAP Ariba Consulting Specialist" role based in Toronto, we encourage you to apply online at www.randstad.ca.
Only qualified candidates will be contacted for the next steps. We look forward to hearing from you!
Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.
Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to accessibility@randstad.ca to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.
This posting is for existing and upcoming vacancies.
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