Steve Gottschalk

Steve Gottschalk is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in project management and consulting, particularly in the realm of SAP Ariba solutions. Currently serving as a Lead Consultant at excelerateds2p since July 2022, Steve focuses on implementing SAP Ariba Sourcing, Contract Management, and Supplier Lifecycle processes. Prior roles include Project Manager for the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education, where Steve successfully led a significant deployment of SAP Ariba solutions across multiple institutions. Earlier experience includes serving as a Senior Consultant at EY, managing projects involving SAP Ariba for a major agricultural company, and holding various positions at SAP Ariba, where Steve contributed to the design and deployment of upstream solutions and provided expert auction administration. Steve's educational background includes a Bachelor of Science in Marketing, International Business, and Political Science from Penn State University, complemented by an International Baccalaureate from Het Rijnlands Lyceum Oegstgeest.