The Complete Sap Ariba Sourcing Masterclass

Everything you need to know about SAP Ariba Sourcing, including real-life examples and business scenarios.

What you'll learn

Grasp the principles and benefits of using SAP Ariba for procurement.

Learn how Ariba optimizes the Source-to-Contract process.

Customize and manage the SAP Ariba dashboard for personalized procurement tasks.

Create, modify, and complete sourcing projects with templates.

Assign tasks, manage team members, and set milestones effectively.

Design and execute Requests for Information (RFI), Requests for Proposals (RFP), and auctions.

Set event rules, monitor bids, and evaluate supplier responses.

Use pre-built templates for various sourcing needs, including RFPs and auctions.

Manage event rules to ensure consistent and efficient procurement events.

Implement alternative responses, pricing strategies, and award optimization.

Utilize sealed-envelope bids and global event management tools.

Use Ariba’s tools for grading, scoring, and supplier evaluations.

Generate event reports and conduct post-event analysis.

Export and import event content using Excel for streamlined data handling.

Distinguish between strategic and tactical sourcing and apply relevant strategies.

Requirements

No prior SAP experience needed – I'll guide you through everything step-by-step.

Access to SAP Ariba (Optional): While not required, having access to SAP Ariba will let you follow along more closely with hands-on demos.

Basic Procurement Knowledge – familiarity with procurement processes or sourcing will be helpful but not mandatory.

A computer with access to the internet.

Description

Master Every Stage of Sourcing – Templates, RFIs, RFPs, Auctions, and Award Optimization with SAP Ariba!Welcome to The Complete SAP Ariba Sourcing Masterclass, the only course you need to master procurement and launch your career in SAP Ariba Sourcing. With countless success stories and glowing feedback, this is one of the most comprehensive and highly acclaimed SAP Ariba courses ever released on Udemy.With over 3+ hours of video tutorials, this course covers every aspect of SAP Ariba sourcing, taking you from a complete beginner to a job-ready professional. Whether you aim to manage sourcing events, optimize supplier collaboration, or implement best-in-class procurement strategies, this course will guide you step-by-step.This course stands out because it combines real-world examples with practical, hands-on exercises. By the end of this course, you’ll be confident in creating, managing, and optimizing sourcing events using SAP Ariba’s sourcing features and building a portfolio that gets you hired.Hi, we are Simon and Verna, experts in procurement and strategic sourcing with extensive experience working with SAP solutions. Our mission with this course is to simplify your learning, making it fun, practical, and easy to apply in your day-to-day work.What you'll gain:Understand the SAP Ariba platform and its role in transforming procurement processes.Navigate the SAP Ariba interface and manage sourcing events efficiently.Utilize advanced sourcing tools, including templates, grading, and scoring systems.Achieve cost optimization and drive procurement savings.Conduct Reverse Auctions and RFPs with confidence.Enroll now and get lifetime access to the course, downloadable resources, quizzes, and a 30-day money-back guarantee.If you're serious about advancing your career, click 'Buy Now' and join thousands of students who have transformed their SAP careers with this course!

Overview

Section 1: Introduction

Lecture 1 Welcome

Lecture 2 What you should know

Section 2: Understanding SAP Ariba

Lecture 3 Exploring Typical Issues in Spend Management

Lecture 4 What's SAP Ariba?

Lecture 5 What's SAP Ariba Sourcing?

Lecture 6 Demo: Navigating the Dashboard

Lecture 7 Business Case: Source to Contract

Section 3: Creating Events & Managing Projects

Lecture 8 Creating a Sourcing Project

Lecture 9 Demo: Creating a Sourcing Project

Lecture 10 Adding & Modifying Project Details

Lecture 11 Demo: Adding & Modifying Project Details

Lecture 12 Working on Project Tasks

Lecture 13 Demo: Working on Project Tasks

Lecture 14 Creating an Event from a Project

Lecture 15 Demo: Creating an Event (Rules, Suppliers)

Lecture 16 Demo: Monitoring an Event

Lecture 17 Demo: Evaluating & Awarding an Event

Lecture 18 Completing a Sourcing Project

Lecture 19 Demo: Completing a Project

Section 4: Managing Event Templates and Rules

Lecture 20 Understanding Event Templates & Rules

Lecture 21 Exploring Sourcing Library

Lecture 22 Using Conditional Content

Lecture 23 Demo: Using Conditional Content

Lecture 24 Grading & Scoring

Lecture 25 Demo: Setting Up Scoring & Publishing an Event

Lecture 26 Demo: Grading Event & Grading for Consensus

Lecture 27 Using Microsoft Excel with Events

Lecture 28 Demo: Exporting/Importing Content Using Microsoft Excel

Section 5: Leveraging Alternative Responses and Cost Optimization

Lecture 29 Using Alternative Responses

Lecture 30 Demo: Using Alternative Responses

Lecture 31 Understanding Pricing Options

Lecture 32 Demo: Using Total Cost RFP

Lecture 33 Exploring Award Optimizations

Lecture 34 Demo: Using Award Optimization

Lecture 35 Creating Global Events

Lecture 36 Mastering Sealed Envelope Bids

Lecture 37 Searching & Generating Event Reports

Lecture 38 Demo: Searching & Generating Event Reports

Lecture 39 Understanding Tactical Sourcing

Section 6: Conclusion

Lecture 40 Next Steps

Lecture 41 SAP Ariba Frequently Asked Questions

Lecture 42 Ariba Career Advice

Lecture 43 Downloading the Course Keynotes

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