Manager Business Process Excellence –S/4HANA Procure to Pay

About Us:

How many companies can say they've been in business for over 179 years?!

Here at ZEISS, we certainly can! As the pioneers of science, ZEISS handles the everchanging environments in a fast-paced world, meeting it with cutting edge of technologies and continuous advancements.

ZEISS believes that innovation and technology are the key to a sustainable future and solutions for global change.

We have a diverse range of portfolios throughout the ZEISS family in segments like, Industrial Quality & Research, Medical Technology, Consumer Markets and Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology.

We are a global company with over 42,000 employees and have over 4,000 in the US and Canada alone! Make a difference, come join the team!

What's the role?

The Manager Business Process Excellence - Procure to Pay is responsible for leading the transformation and optimization of procurement and payment processes at ZEISS.

This key role involves driving the SAP S/4HANA implementation to standardize and harmonize the procure-to-pay cycle, enhancing efficiency and compliance across the organization.

Sound Interesting?

Here's what you'll do:


* Supplier Management: Oversee supplier relationship management, including the solicitation of bids, negotiation of contracts, and ongoing vendor performance evaluation.

Implement best practices in demand management to optimize supplier engagement.


* Purchase Order Processing: Manage all aspects of purchase order processing, encompassing material and service purchasing as well as intercompany transactions.

Ensure processes are compliant, efficient, and scalable.


* Accounts Payable Management: Lead the accounts payable team to enhance invoice verification, approval processes, and timely vendor payments.

Implement technology solutions to automate and streamline operations, reducing errors and improving throughput.


* System Integration and Optimization: Collaborate with IT and external consultants to ensure the successful integration of the SAP S/4HANA system.

Focus on building a robust procure-to-pay system that supports organizational needs and compliance requirements.


* Strategic Planning and Execution: Develop strategic plans to improve procurement and payment processes.

Monitor implementation and make necessary adjustments to achieve key performance indicators and business objectives.


* Change Management and Communication: Drive change initiatives within the procure-to-pay workstream.

Communicate effectively with stakeholders across the organization to ensure alignment and buy-in for transformation projects.

Do you qualify?


* Master's degree in Finance, Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.


* Extensive experience in managing projects focused on business process excellence, particularly in procurement and accounts payable within an SAP ERP environment.


* Strong analytical, organizational, and project management skills.


* Excellent communica...