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iHerb · 1 month ago

Supplier Enablement Specialist

United States of America - Irvine, California

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$54K/yr - $116K/yr

2+ years exp

iHerb is on a mission to make health and wellness accessible worldwide. The Supplier Enablement Specialist will manage supplier onboarding and enablement within the SAP Ariba Supplier Lifecycle and Performance module, ensuring suppliers are registered, compliant, and operational within the Ariba network.

BeautyDelivery ServiceE-CommerceFood and BeverageHealth CareRetailSoftwareWellness

Comp. & Benefits

Responsibilities

Manage End-to-End Onboarding: Oversee the complete direct and indirect supplier onboarding process—from initial registration through full enablement in the Ariba network

Collect and Track Data: Initiate, gather, and maintain vendor responses, internal contact details, and required documentation throughout the onboarding lifecycle

Ensure Compliance: Validate supplier completion of all required compliance, risk, and pre-qualification questionnaires in accordance with company policies and regulatory requirements. Participate with internal and external audit requests

Coordinate and Communicate: Serve as the primary liaison between suppliers, internal teams (such as Procurement, IT, Legal, and Finance), and external vendors to schedule meetings, resolve issues, and provide ongoing status updates

Provide Support and Training: Develop and maintain training materials, conduct onboarding sessions, and offer guidance to both internal stakeholders and suppliers on effectively using the Ariba SLP system

Generate Reports: Prepare, analyze, and present onboarding progress reports, highlighting key metrics, milestones, and performance outcomes

Influence Adoption: Encourage and guide suppliers to transact through the Ariba Network, promoting consistent adoption and compliance with digital procurement practices

Qualification

SAP Ariba SLPSupplier EnablementProject ManagementBusiness AcumenCommunication SkillsProblem-SolvingAgilityMicrosoft Office SuiteGoogle Business SuiteReporting ToolsProject Management CertificationDetail-OrientedAdaptability

Required

Hands-on experience with SAP Ariba SLP (Supplier Lifecycle and Performance) and familiarity with supplier enablement processes

Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills with the ability to manage relationships across multiple teams and external partners

Proven ability to manage onboarding projects, coordinate timelines, and execute onboarding 'waves' effectively

Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills to identify, escalate, and resolve onboarding or system-related issues efficiently

Understanding of key business drivers, procurement processes, and how supplier enablement impacts operational efficiency and compliance

Exceptional organizational skills with a focus on data accuracy, process tracking, and timely follow-ups

Excellent ability to multi-task and pivot as needed

Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

A bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field is required

2-5 years of experience in supplier enablement, procurement operations, or supplier management

Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and data accuracy are essential

Excellent written and verbal communication skills to effectively collaborate with diverse internal and external stakeholders

Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, meet tight deadlines, and apply analytical and problem-solving skills to identify and resolve issues quickly