Ivalua Technical & Functional Specialist

Ivalua Technical & Functional Specialist

San Jose, CA

Executive Summary

This request covers the engagement of experienced iValua Integration & Configuration Specialists. The supplier will drive the technical optimization, workflow automation, and cross-system integration of our iValua Sourcing and SRPM Suite. Key focus areas include expanding strategic sourcing capabilities (RFx), refining supplier performance frameworks (SRM/SPM), and delivering robust data pipelines connecting iValua to enterprise ERP systems.

Required Technical & Functional Proficiencies

1. iValua Certification & Core Platform Knowledge

• Level 2+ Certification: Must hold active iValua Level 2 (Implementer) or Level 3 (Master Architect) certification.

• iValua Level 3 (L3) or Solution Architect certification is a high-value differentiator for integration leads.

• Platform Architecture: Deep expertise in iValua configuration engine, custom dynamic SQL fields, web interface modifications, and workflow trigger scripts.

2. Strategic Sourcing (RFx Engine)

• Configuration: Hands-on experience configuring complex RFx templates, multi-stage auction events, automated pricing grids, and conditional scoring logic.

• Portal Usability: Optimization of supplier response interfaces, communication workflows, and sealed bid security settings.

3. Supplier Relationship & Performance Management (SRM/SPM)

• Scorecarding: Design and implementation of custom SPM scorecards, KPI weighting logic, and quantitative evaluation campaigns.

• Risk & Action Plans: Integration of supplier onboarding risk assessment modules with automated mitigation action tracking.

• Supplier Master Data Management (MDM) integration, including bidirectional synchronization of vendor master data, purchase documents, and catalog records.

4. Enterprise ERP System Integration

• Data Pipelines: Proven track record of configuring bi-directional interfaces between iValua and major ERP systems (SAP S/4HANA, Oracle EBS/Cloud, or NetSuite).

• Protocols: Mastery of API web services (REST/SOAP), flat file SFTP synchronization, and enterprise middleware integration (e.g., MuleSoft, Boomi).

• Master Data: Enterprise sync for vendor masters, purchase orders, goods receipts, and invoice status updates.

5. SQL & Advanced Data Modeling

• Data Structures: Expert-level SQL knowledge to navigate iValua database schemas, build custom views, and author complex reporting queries.

• ETL & Analytics: Proficiency in schema modification, data transformation scripting, data cleaning, and custom analytics dashboard creation.

• Advanced SQL query skills (complex joins, aggregations, data transformations) to build custom reports, troubleshoot data discrepancies, and support reporting logic.

6. Testing, Delivery, & Soft Skills

• Release & Testing Lifecycle:

o Active involvement in System Integration Testing (SIT), defect triage, UAT coordination, smoke test execution, and cutover go-live planning.

• Cross-Functional Communication:

o Ability to translate technical constraints into clear business trade-offs when engaging procurement directors and functional stakeholders.

Key Performance Deliverables

• Deployment of optimized RFx pricing matrix models and automated evaluation logic.

• Re-configuration of the SPM module with automated quarterly vendor scorecards.

• Provide technical guidance for mapping, configuration and navigating iValua Technical Support.

• Coordinate and manage testing processes with customers from engagement to deployment.

• Monitor and Troubleshoot SIT/UAT and PROD Issues

• Provide technical and analytical guidance to the project team.

• Recommends action for resolution of issues.

• Technical documentation and handoff guides for internal system administrators.