Responsibilities

Define and maintain the end-to-end Source-to-Pay (S2P) process, ensuring standardization across all regions and functions.

Establish and enforce process ownership, accountability, and decision-making frameworks

Drive the adoption of best practices and emerging trends within the S2P domain and Spend Analytics

Lead transformational initiatives aimed at optimizing procurement, sourcing, and payment processes to achieve strategic objectives.

Act as a key stakeholder in implementing digital solutions, automation, and AI-driven innovations to enhance efficiency.

Monitor industry benchmarks and identify opportunities for process enhancements.

Foster a culture of continuous improvement by implementing Lean, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including procurement, finance, operations, and IT, to align on strategic goals.

Act as the liaison between business units and technology teams to ensure seamless integration and adoption of solutions.

Ensure compliance with global policies and regulations while adapting processes to regional and local requirements.

Measure process performance using KPIs and SLAs, analyzing gaps, and ensuring timely resolution.

Identify and mitigate risks associated with the S2P process, such as supplier disruptions, compliance issues, or payment delays.

Develop a robust framework for fraud prevention, contract adherence, and governance.

Oversee the implementation and optimization of technology platforms like SAP Ariba, Coupa, or other S2P tools.

Ensure seamless integration of tools into existing ERP systems and workflows.

Develop training materials and conduct workshops to build process understanding and capabilities across teams.

Serve as a knowledge repository for all S2P-related processes and tools.