Ariba Business Analyst

Job SummarySeeking an Ariba Business Analyst to lead User Acceptance Testing (UAT) preparation and execution for enterprise Ariba rollout initiatives. This role will act as the bridge between IT and business stakeholders, helping business users understand new processes, validate system functionality, and ensure successful deployment of procurement and finance workflows. The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on Ariba experience, expertise in UAT management, and the ability to support business process transformation within enterprise environments.Key ResponsibilitiesLead UAT strategy, planning, and execution activities for Ariba implementation initiativesDefine, document, and maintain UAT test scenarios and test casesTranslate enterprise Ariba processes into business-friendly UAT scripts and workflowsPartner closely with Finance, Procurement, Facilities, and other business teamsSupport business users during UAT preparation, test execution, defect triage, and retesting activitiesValidate approval workflows, financial controls, operational processes, and compliance requirementsFacilitate communication between technical teams and business stakeholders throughout the testing lifecycleSupport hypercare activities, process clarifications, and post-implementation enhancementsEnsure testing activities align with project timelines, quality standards, and business objectivesAssist with issue tracking, defect management, and solution validation effortsSupport change management and user adoption initiatives during rollout activitiesRequired QualificationsStrong hands-on experience with SAP AribaProven experience leading UAT initiatives for enterprise applicationsExperience documenting test scenarios and test cases for complex business processesExperience supporting controls-heavy and compliance-focused workflowsAbility to work effectively with business users new to enterprise platformsStrong communication, facilitation, and stakeholder management skillsStrong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skillsAbility to collaborate effectively across technical and business teamsPreferred QualificationsExperience working within regulated environmentsExperience supporting procurement, finance, or facilities management workflowsExposure to IBM Maximo or similar enterprise asset management platformsExperience supporting enterprise software rollouts and post-production support activities