Supplier Enablement & Ariba Operations Specialist

Job Title: Supplier Enablement & Ariba Operations Specialist
Contract Length: 12 months (potential to extend)
Work Locations: West Des Moines, IA/ Charlotte, NC 28262

Role Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented Supplier Enablement & Ariba Operations Specialist to support supplier onboarding, enablement, and operational accounting activities. This role plays a critical part in ensuring suppliers are accurately set up, maintained, and transitioned into Ariba platforms while supporting compliance, data integrity, and process improvements across Supply Chain operations.

The ideal candidate is a self-starter with strong Ariba experience, operational accounting knowledge, and the ability to work independently while handling escalations and cross-functional collaboration.

Supplier Enablement & System Operations

• Manage supplier setup and maintenance requests related to initiatives such as Early Pay Discount and Virtual Card programs
• Monitor Ariba Buying & Invoicing supplier mismatch reports and research discrepancies resulting from system migrations
• Support the transition from legacy eProcurement platforms to Ariba

• Respond to and resolve escalated and complex inquiries from internal business partners and external suppliers
• Serve as a subject matter resource for process-related questions from peers and leadership
• Work directly with suppliers to troubleshoot Ariba modules and related system issues

• Independently complete monthly UAT testing activities, including test script creation and execution
• Identify system defects and contribute requirements for system and process enhancements
• Analyze operational risks and document procedures and training materials to improve accuracy and efficiency

• Lead system clean-up initiatives to maintain accurate supplier records, including:
  • Inactivating unused supplier locations
  • Updating supplier addresses to support Global Sanctions screening
• Ensure supplier records meet compliance, audit, and operational standards

• Partner with Sourcing, Contracts, Procurement, Accounts Payable, Enabling Capabilities, and Business teams
• Coordinate with Ariba stakeholders and supplier contacts to ensure successful onboarding and transaction readiness

• 2+ years of experience in Operational Accounting, Supplier Operations, Procure-to-Pay, or related roles
• Hands-on experience with Ariba Buying & Invoicing (required)
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and documentation skills
• Ability to manage escalations and work independently with minimal oversight

• Experience supporting supplier onboarding or enablement initiatives
• Familiarity with People Soft eProcurement systems
• Experience with UAT testing, system migrations, or process improvement initiatives
• Strong communication skills with both internal stakeholders and external suppliers