Summary
Overview
Work History
Skills
Certification
Education
Timeline
Generic
Chandrakala Neelam

Chandrakala Neelam

SAP Ariba Project Manager
Parsippany,NJ

Summary

Experienced SAP Ariba Manager with over 16 years of expertise in procurement and supply chain management, specializing in the implementation, integration, and optimization of SAP Ariba solutions. Proven track record in driving process improvements, cost savings, and supplier performance through strategic sourcing, contract management, and spend analysis. Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage cross-functional teams and ensure successful project delivery.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
2
2

Certifications

Work History

SAP Ariba Project Manager

Wipro Technologies
07.2022 - Current
  • Lead the implementation and integration of SAP Ariba modules (Sourcing, P2P, Supplier Management,
    Contract Management) across multiple business units.
  • Manage end-to-end procurement processes, including supplier selection, sourcing events, contract
    negotiations, and purchase order management.
  • Develop and execute procurement strategies to achieve cost savings, reduce risk, and improve supplier
    performance
  • Oversee the configuration and customization of SAP Ariba solutions to meet business requirements and
    improve process efficiency.
  • Conduct training sessions and workshops for end-users and stakeholders to ensure effective adoption and
    utilization of SAP Ariba.
  • Collaborate with IT and cross-functional teams to integrate SAP Ariba with SAP ERP/S/4HANA systems,
    ensuring seamless data flow and process alignment.
  • Analyze spend data and generate reports to identify cost-saving opportunities and drive strategic sourcing
    initiatives.
  • Monitor supplier performance and compliance using SAP Ariba tools, providing regular feedback, and
    managing corrective actions

SAP Ariba Solution Architect

Wipro Technologies
01.2020 - 05.2022
  • Lead the Ariba S2P implementation project from client location and involved actively in Design workshops,
    Fit Gap analysis, Build, Testing, Training, and Cutover activities.
  • Conducted the workshop cum Demo for the customer for the below modules:Ariba Guided Buying (Home Tiles, Landing Page, Catalog Tiles and Policies)
  • Ariba Buying (Master data integration, Requisition Import from ECC, Legacy Contracts Import,
    Integration Tracker, BRW Preparation, Functional Configuration document preparation, CR
    document preparation, Catalog Using CMS, Supplier Enablement, etc.)
  • Ariba Commerce Automation (PO, Order Confirmation, Advance Ship Notice, Goods receipt,
    Invoice Integration)
  • Ariba SLP (Supplier Request, Supplier Registration, Qualification, Disqualification, Preferred
    Supplier, Module Questionnaires, Integration)
  • Ariba CLM (Enablement workbook, Header fields data collection, contracting process design
    Matrix, contract Authoring)
  • Ariba Supplier Risk (Risk Profile Enrichment, Risk Assessment projects, D&B Integration build,
    and Risk Alerts)

SAP Ariba Lead

Wipro Technologies
12.2018 - 12.2019
  • Provided SAP Ariba consulting services to clients across various industries, focusing on the
    implementation, configuration, and optimization of Ariba solutions.
  • Conducted detailed needs assessments, workshops, and gap analysis sessions to identify client requirements
    and design customized Ariba solutions.
  • Managed project timelines, budgets, and resources to ensure successful delivery of SAP Ariba
    implementations.
  • Assisted clients in developing and executing strategic sourcing plans, improving supplier management, and
    automating procurement processes.
  • Prepared detailed documentation, including functional specifications, user manuals, and training materials

SAP Ariba Consultant

Wipro Technologies
12.2017 - 11.2018
  • Gathered the requirements on customizations and handover the Customization Requirement to the Ariba Designated Contact Person from the Ariba deployment team.
  • Conducted Data Workshops to explain the Ariba P2P-related data template and way forward action to extract the data for the SAP system.
  • Introduce the User persona approach for mapping Ariba groups to customer roles/departments so the customer can easily relate to the User group structure in Ariba and be able to adapt.
  • Master Data and Transaction Data Integration with ECC using Mediated Connectivity
  • External System Definition, End Point Definition for Inbound and Outbound dataflow, and Enable the Web Service/File Integrated Configuration for the Transaction.
  • Hosted CIF Catalog Upload, Supplier CIF Catalog upload via AN, Validation, Catalog Approval, Catalog Activation, and Catalog replication to the Child Site

SAP Ariba and SRM Consultant

IBM
04.2014 - 12.2017
  • Worked on various aspect of Ariba including User upload, Supplier uploads, Catalog management, Supplier enablement on Ariba Network
  • Assist in resolving issues related to the transmission of electronic documents via Ariba Network.
  • Managing and maintaining Ariba Catalogues: Static and punch-out Catalog, Catalog kits, Catalog Hierarchy, Catalog Views Got a good understanding of the different business functions.
  • Handling the tickets (concerns and issues) raised by end-users or businesses and providing the solution within a defined SLA.
  • Working on various aspects of SRM/MM including Shopping Carts, Purchase Order, Workflows, Confirmations, Organization structure, and User creation, etc
  • Imparting training within the team on various SRM/MM/ARIBA-related areas.
  • Working on change requests and demands which include analysis of user requirement, feasibility, providing an optimal solution, working with the development team, testing, and providing excellent results

SAP SRM Consultant

Accenture
08.2013 - 03.2014
  • Worked on 3 interfaces (Approval Matrix master data) from SRM to Third-Party tool for the account payable process.
  • Maintenance of Z tables in SRM to maintain the approvers to the corresponding cost object.
  • Configuring the organization structure for new company code in SRM.
  • worked on the configuration of the two-way match process in SRM where we skip the confirmation process.

SAP SRM Consultant

Wipro
06.2009 - 07.2013
  • Interacting with the Key Users and Business Community for resolution of problems.
  • Developing & Analysing Functional Requirement Specifications for new Enhancements
  • Close the case as per the SLA and maintain user confirmation.
    • Prepare specifications and associated documentation.
  • Worked closely with Client and Project Manager for Extended Classic scenario
  • Involved in replicating the plants, payment terms, and updating currency and exchange rates from the backend system.
  • Supporting the Extended Classic Scenario of SRM where Purchase Requisition has been created after complex workflow approval and associated Purchase Order will be generated in SRM system. Goods Receipt and Invoice Verification can be done either in SRM or MM system
  • Organization model analysis and configuring the Organization structure according to the Business model.

Skills

  • SAP Ariba Modules: Sourcing, Procure-to-Pay (P2P), Supplier Management, Contract Management, Spend Analysis
  • Project Management and Implementation
  • Supplier Relationship Management (SRM)
  • Change Management and User Training
  • Data Analysis and Reporting
  • Process Optimization and Automation
  • Stakeholder Engagement and Communication
  • SAP ERP/S/4HANA Integration
  • Stakeholder communications

Certification

  • SAP Certified Application Associate – SAP Ariba Sourcing
  • SAP Certified Application Associate – SAP Ariba Procurement

Education

Master of Science - Computer Science

Birla Institute of Technology And Science
Rajasthan, India
06.2009 - 12.2012

Timeline

SAP Ariba Project Manager

Wipro Technologies
07.2022 - Current

SAP Ariba Solution Architect

Wipro Technologies
01.2020 - 05.2022

SAP Ariba Lead

Wipro Technologies
12.2018 - 12.2019

SAP Ariba Consultant

Wipro Technologies
12.2017 - 11.2018

SAP Ariba and SRM Consultant

IBM
04.2014 - 12.2017

SAP SRM Consultant

Accenture
08.2013 - 03.2014

SAP SRM Consultant

Wipro
06.2009 - 07.2013

Master of Science - Computer Science

Birla Institute of Technology And Science
06.2009 - 12.2012

Similar Profiles

CREATE PROFILE
Chandrakala NeelamSAP Ariba Project Manager