Masentó are working with a consultancy that requires a SAP Ariba S/4HANA with specific Product Sourcing experience to join their team.

This will be an initial 3-month contract, with the opportunity to extend.

You will bridge strategic sourcing and direct procurement, utilising Ariba’s upstream capabilities to manage direct material sourcing, Bill of Materials (BOM) data, and supplier collaboration.

There will be a hybrid working model, with some workshops with the customer based in Manchester and London.

Key Responsibilities & Capabilities

• Hands on knowledge of Integrating BOMs from PLM/S/4HANA into Ariba, managing hierarchical structures, parts, and plants.
• Execute sourcing events for direct materials, including complex cost breakdown templates (CBD) to analyze supplier cost drivers.
• Drive early supplier involvement in New Product Development (NPD), negotiate, and use scenario-based awarding to finalize contracts.
• Ensure seamless data flow (via CIG) between Ariba and S/4HANA MM for purchasing, contract management, and, to some extent, manufacturing execution.

Required Skills & Experience

• 8+ years in SAP Ariba and S/4HANA Direct Procurement (MM), specifically with manufacturing (OEM/Tier-1/Tier-2).
• Deep understanding of S/4HANA Strategic Sourcing, Ariba Upstream, and integration technologies.
• Expert in RFP/RFQ, BOM management, and Cost Breakdown Templates.
• Strong project management, negotiation, and stakeholder communication.