Suppliers
SI Group is committed to partnering with suppliers who join us in driving growth through collaboration and continuous improvement.
At SI Group, we deeply value our suppliers and the essential role they play in driving our success. Your dedication to quality, reliability, and innovation helps us deliver exceptional solutions to our customers worldwide. We’re proud of the strong partnerships we’ve built and we’re equally excited to welcome new suppliers who share our commitment to excellence and continuous improvement.
To strengthen collaboration and enhance efficiency across our global supply network, SI Group has implemented SAP Ariba’s Strategic Sourcing Suite. This digital platform streamlines sourcing, supplier management, and contracting for a more seamless, transparent, and secure experience for all partners.
Through SAP Ariba, suppliers can:
- Efficiently manage and maintain company information
- Streamline communication and documentation
- Participate in sourcing events and opportunities
- Benefit from a more connected and collaborative procurement network
Whether you’re an existing supplier or interested in becoming one, we look forward to working together to build a brighter future.
SI Group SAP Ariba SLP
SI Group uses SAP Ariba Supplier Lifecycle & Performance (SLP), a secure, cloud-based platform, to streamline supplier management and make collaboration easier.
Why Register in Ariba SLP?
By registering, you’ll gain access to a centralized portal where you can:
- Maintain up-to-date company details, including banking and tax information
- Share data securely and efficiently with SI Group
- Navigate registration, onboarding, and qualification processes with ease
Registration ensures accurate records, smooth transactions, and eligibility for future business opportunities.
Note: Registration is required to transact if selected but does not guarantee business.
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Email Invitation
SI Group will invite you to connect on the Ariba Network (AN)
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Access Account
Create new account or login with existing account
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Submit Questionnaire
SI Group Supplier Registration Questionnaire is required to complete setup
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Review and Approval
SI Group will review submission and request any additional information, if necessary
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Update Questionnaire
It is important that you make any necessary updates to your Questionnaire as requested
SAP Ariba Sourcing
SI Group uses SAP Ariba Sourcing to manage competitive bidding process. Through this platform, suppliers can participate in sourcing events such as Requests for Proposal (RFPs) and auctions hosted by SI Group.
Why Participate in Ariba Sourcing?
Once registered, you may be invited to sourcing events where you can:
- Submit bids and proposals for products or services
- Exchange information securely with SI Group buyers
- Participate in standardized events with clear rules and requirements
Note: Invitations to sourcing events are based on alignment with business needs and supplier capabilities.
Participating in a sourcing event with SI Group through SAP Ariba Sourcing involves a few key steps. These events may include Requests for Proposal (RFPs), auctions, or other competitive bidding formats.
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Email Invitation
SI Group will invite you to participate in an event (e.g. RFI, RFP, Auction)
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Access Account
Create new account or login with existing account
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Submit Bid/Proposal
Send in your bid or proposal for review
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Evaluation Process
SI Group will evaluate submissions and conduct negotiations, if necessary
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Notification of Result
SI Group will contact participants to notify them of results; If awarded a contract, registration process must be completed.
Contracts Overview
Once a supplier is selected through a sourcing event, SI Group initiates the contracting process within SAP Ariba Contract Management. This system provides a secure, standardized, and collaborative framework for finalizing agreements, ensuring alignment on scope, terms, and expectations.
Below outlines the key steps in our contract lifecycle, helping you understand what to expect and how to collaborate effectively.
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Award Notification
You'll be notified by SI Group if business has been awarded and the contract process initiates
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Contract Drafting
SI Group will prepare a draft contract using standardized templates
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Review & Collaboration
You’ll review the contract, provide input if needed, and confirm key terms
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Approval & Signature
The contract is finalized and routed for electronic signature via DocuSign
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Contract Activation
Once signed, the contract becomes active and governs the scope of work and terms
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