Ariba Supplier Enablement Lead

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Job Description

The Ariba Supplier Enablement Lead serves as the primary point of contact for onboarding X-energy's supplier network onto the Ariba procurement platform. This role ensures successful supplier adoption through hands-on support, training coordination, process compliance, and proactive issue resolution. The ideal candidate will bridge the gap between internal teams and external vendors, managing the day-to-day execution of the Ariba rollout to enable a seamless transition and change management.

Job Profile Tasks/Responsibilities:

Supplier Onboarding & Enablement

• Lead end-to-end supplier onboarding process, including account setup, registration support, and initial system access validation
• Develop and maintain supplier enablement materials (user guides, FAQs, video tutorials, quick reference cards)
• Conduct supplier training sessions (virtual and in-person) to ensure proficiency with Ariba functionality
• Provide ongoing supplier support via phone, email, and web conferencing to troubleshoot issues and answer questions

Project Coordination & Communication

• Manage daily project activities, tracking supplier onboarding progress against milestones and timelines
• Deliver regular status updates to project stakeholders, highlighting progress, risks, and escalations
• Coordinate cross-functional efforts between Procurement, IT, Finance, and business units to ensure alignment
• Maintain comprehensive project documentation including onboarding trackers, issue logs, and lessons learned

Process Compliance & Change Management

• Ensure internal teams and external suppliers adhere to established Ariba processes and workflows
• Monitor transaction quality and identify opportunities for process improvement
• Develop and execute multi-phase communication plans (awareness, training, reinforcement) tailored to different user personas, including creation of change champion networks to build grassroots support and peer-to-peer advocacy
• Create organizational readiness metrics and dashboards to track training completion, proficiency levels, and change resistance indicators

Issue Resolution & System Optimization

• Serve as first line of support for supplier-related and guided buying system issues and functional questions
• Triage and document Ariba bugs, working with IT and Ariba support for timely resolution
• Proactively identify pain points in the user experience and implement corrective actions
• Build feedback loops to continuously improve adoption and enablement process

Job Profile Minimum Qualifications:

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Information Systems, or related field
• The skills required for this role are typically demonstrated by 7 plus years of relevant experience.
• 3-5 years of experience in supplier management, or system implementation
• Demonstrated experience with SAP Ariba or similar procurement platforms (Coupa, Oracle, Jaggaer)
• Strong project coordination skills with ability to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously
• Excellent communication and training skills, with ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences
• Proven problem-solving ability and attention to detail
• Experience managing internal & external stakeholder relationships

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience leading supplier enablement or change management initiatives for enterprise software
• Knowledge of source-to-order (S2O) processes and best practices
• Experience in manufacturing, construction, or regulated industries (nuclear, aerospace, defense)
• Certification in project management (PMP, CAPM) or change management (Prosci)
• Proficiency with data analysis tools (Excel, Power BI, SQL) for tracking and reporting

Success Metrics

• Achieve target supplier onboarding rate within defined timeline
• Maintain supplier satisfaction scores above established threshold
• Reduce average time-to-resolution for supplier issues
• Ensure 90%+ supplier compliance with Ariba transaction processes within 90 days of go-live

Location: 530 Gaither Road, Rockville, MD.

Hours: 8:00am-5:00pm, Mon-Fri

Work Site Expectations: 4 days a week in office, 1 day from home

Travel: 10%

Compensation

As required by Maryland and other applicable state law, X Energy, LLC (X-energy) lists the expected compensation range for a publicly advertised job opportunity based upon the job requirements (e.g. education/training, experience, skill sets, etc.). Individual candidates who meet the job requirements for the posted position will be offered a salary within this range based on their respective levels of education/training, experience, and other qualifications unique to them. Salary ranges may vary based on the specific office location and region referenced in the posting to take into consideration differences in cost of living and may not be reflective of all regions. Please note that compensation ranges listed for US job postings reflect base salary only and do not include benefits or other incentives.

A reasonable estimate for this position at the level of experience required is:

$95,000- $140,000

Position Job Classification

Full time - Exempt

Benefits

X Energy, LLC offers a robust benefits package that includes a 401K plan with an employer match, Medical/Dental /Vision Insurance, Life and Disability Insurance, Paid Time Off, and a Tuition Reimbursement/Professional Development policy that supports the continuing education of our employees.

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, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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