Sr Manager SAP Ariba Configuration & Business Analyst (Remote)

RTX Corporate is seeking a highly motivated and experienced IT Business Analyst with expertise in SAP Ariba. This role will play a critical part in supporting and enhancing the SAP Ariba platform to meet business objectives. The ideal candidate will work closely with cross-functional teams to determine business requirements, perform hands-on configuration, provide integration support, and troubleshoot issues to ensure the efficient operation of the SAP Ariba ecosystem. Ability to travel periodically to support business needs (approximately 30%).

Business Requirements Gathering

• Collaborate with business stakeholders to understand and document their procurement and supply chain processes.
• Translate business needs into functional and technical requirements for SAP Ariba solutions.
• Conduct gap analysis to identify areas for process improvement and system enhancements.

SAP Ariba Configuration & Implementation

• Perform hands-on configuration of SAP Ariba modules, including Procurement, Supplier Management, Contract Management, and Invoicing.
• Partner with functional and technical teams to implement new features, workflows, and integrations.
• Participate in system design, prototyping and testing to align with business goals.

Integration Support

• Collaborate with IT teams to support integration of SAP Ariba with ERP systems such as SAP S/4HANA or other third-party applications.
• Troubleshoot and resolve integration issues to ensure seamless data flow and process efficiency.
• Support middleware tools and APIs used in the integration landscape.

Issue Resolution & Troubleshooting

• Investigate and resolve system issues, errors, and performance challenges promptly.
• Provide Level 2 and 3 support for SAP Ariba-related incidents and escalations.
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement preventive measures to mitigate recurring issues.

Stakeholder Collaboration

• Act as a liaison between business users, IT teams, and external vendors to ensure alignment of SAP Ariba solutions with business needs.
• Deliver training and documentation to end-users and support teams as needed.
• Provide regular updates to stakeholders on project status and system performance.

Continuous Improvement

• Stay updated on the latest SAP Ariba features, best practices, and industry trends.
• Recommend system enhancements and process optimizations to drive efficiency and cost savings.
• Participate in system upgrades, testing, and quality assurance activities.

• Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 10 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 7 years of experience or in absence of a degree, 14 years of relevant experience
• Experience as a Business Analyst or similar role with a focus on SAP Ariba including hands-on experience with configuration, integration, and troubleshooting.
• Experience driving cross-functional collaboration to met project milestones and objectivies
• Experience with SAP ERP systems (i.e. S4 HANA) and integration tools / methodologies (i.e. middleware, APIs)

Qualifications We Prefer

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Experience with Agile methodologies and project management tools.
• SAP Ariba certifications.

Some of our competitive benefits package includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
• Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
• Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
• Adoption Assistance
• Autism Benefit
• Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
• Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program
• Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
• Bright Horizons, child and elder care services
• Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program
• And more!, The salary range for this role is 132,400 USD - 251,600 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.

Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.

This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.

RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

At RTX, the world’s largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.