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# Sr Manager SAP Ariba Configuration & Business Analyst (Remote)

- **Company:** RTX
- **Location:** Cedar Rapids, IA, United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $164,486.0 - $204,500.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Agile Methodology, Configuration Management, System Configuration, Middleware, SAP ERP, SAP HANA, Data Streaming, SAP S/4HANA, Integration Frameworks, SAP Ariba
- **Published:** September 4, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.com/job/us806e96ef8cfa0f50dfa0786ca8aac0c5/eaa

## About the Role

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.

## Description

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.


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