As Senior Specialist for Contract & Catalogue Management, you will be responsible for creating and maintaining contracts and catalogues in SAP Ariba on behalf of all METRO countries, validating country-submitted data, ensuring compliance with global configuration standards, and peer-reviewing work as additional specialists join. You will be the Ariba subject matter expert for the team.
Key Responsibilities
Receive and validate contract and catalogue requests submitted by country Procurement teams via the shared inbox and tracker
Create and configure contracts and catalogues in SAP Ariba in line with global templates and LUCA programme standards
Perform data validation checks on all incoming requests — identifying missing fields, inconsistencies or non-compliant data before processing
Manage the contract and catalogue request tracker on a daily basis, updating status, flagging blockers and communicating with country teams
Act as peer reviewer for Specialist-level work, ensuring quality and first-time-right accuracy
Serve as Ariba subject matter expert — advising the Team Lead and country teams on configuration options, limitations and best practices
Liaise directly with country stakeholders to resolve data queries and obtain approvals
Continuous Improvement:
Identify recurring data errors or process gaps and propose structural fixes (e.g. request form improvements, quality gate checklists)
Support the development and maintenance of process documentation and standard operating procedures
Contribute to post-peak capacity planning and potential redeployment planning from Q1 2027
Skills & Competencies:
Expert-level knowledge of SAP Ariba — specifically contract module, catalogue management and Guided Buying configuration
High attention to detail and solid data accuracy discipline — first-time-right mindset is essential
Ability to manage multiple requests in parallel, prioritise effectively and meet SLA targets
Explicit and skilled communication in English, with experience working with cross-cultural stakeholders
Structured working style — able to set up trackers, templates and SOPs from scratch
Proactive problem-solver — flags issues early rather than waiting for escalation
Ability to train and support junior team members
📌 Specialist — Contract & Catalogue Management Pune
🏢 METRO Global Solution Center IN
📍 Pune
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