Procurement Practice Manager
Procurement Practice Manager
THE WORK
As a member of this team, you will:
- Own global processes starting from the design to driving implementation as well as monitoring results to making adjustments as conditions change.
- Collaborate with Process Delivery teams who manage our complex set of transactions.
- You thrive on making processes more efficient and scalable, you work to ensure the highest level of quality of our operations, and you proactively minimize operational risk.
- Own the drive to continuously improve efficiency and reduce manual efforts through eliminating steps and streamlining processes while maintaining high control and quality standards and customer satisfaction.
- Own the Accounts Payable and Escalation Resolution operations including metrics, compliance, and controls (aging management, dispute management, timely payments, accounting accuracy, Purchase Order compliance).
- Provide support to the Client for process related matters
- Implementation of process improvements, including six sigma, operational excellence, innovation framework
- Proactively improve client satisfaction and customer relationships working with Client Leadership
- Build a strategic development direction
- Drive cost efficiency
- Single Point of Contact for Client Process Senior Leadership
- Proactively improve client satisfaction and customer relationships working with Client Leadership
- Partner with other teams, business groups, and engineering teams to drive operational scale through process transformation and risk reduction.
- Help create end-to-end business and system requirements, set priorities, determine constraints and dependencies, define timelines, allocate resources, write detailed functional and test specifications, evaluate design alternatives and implications on functionality, effort, performance and operations, and drive projects to completion.
Flexible
The work location for this role may include a mix of working remotely, onsite at a client or in an Accenture office - depending on specific project circumstances.
With all our roles, there is some in-person time for collaboration, learning and building relationships with clients, peers, leaders, and communities. As an employer, we will be as flexible as possible to support your specific work/life needs.
HERE’S WHAT YOU’LL NEED
- Degree in Finance, Accounting, Operations, or equivalent practical experience
- 7and years experience with accounting/finance, SAP, business processes, as well as the system controls related to the processes.
- Minimum 7 years of relevant experience in accounts payable, management consulting, process
- 7and years of relevant experience managing a team with global responsibility in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience in working with stakeholders/clients in a multinational environment (US, Europe)
- Strong problem-solving ability combined with impeccable business judgment and ability to communicate clearly and influence leadership teams in both product areas and finance.
- Strong transformation experience within Finance and Accounting, including change management, systems and controls.
- Process Management with thorough understanding of process mapping, analysis, improvement, and implementation methodologies like Six Sigma and Lean methodologies.
- Project Management, ability to plan, execute, and monitor complex projects across different time zones and cultures is crucial.
- Data Analysis / Decision making: Strong analytical skills are needed to interpret data, identify trends, and make data-driven decisions.
- Technology: Familiarity with relevant software and systems used for process automation and communication
- Problem-solving, ability to think critically and identify solutions to complex problems is essential.
- Experience working with global services, understanding of roles and responsibilities within the contract.
- Experience in the development of business performance and compliance metrics and multi-function background including and understanding of Procurement, Finance or other capabilities.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills are necessary to clearly convey information to stakeholders across different cultures and levels of the organization.
- Influencing and negotiating, building consensus among stakeholders with diverse interests.
- The ability to motivate and inspire teams, build consensus, and navigate challenging situations is crucial.
- Strong negotiation skills are essential for resolving conflicts, managing contracts, and achieving win-win outcomes.
- Cultural Awareness, understanding and appreciating different cultures is key to building trust and working effectively with international teams.
- The ability to be flexible and adjust to changing priorities and challenges in a global environment is essential.
- Experience managing large cross functional projects including identifying, assessing, and controlling risks on the payables and receivables operations side.
- Attention to detail, organized, and thorough with a desire for continuous improvements.
- Decision-making: Strong decision-making skills are needed to make quick and informed decisions in a fast-paced environment.
- Adaptability and resilience: Thrive in a dynamic environment.
- Readiness to travel occasionally.
Research indicates that some candidates, especially the most diverse ones, may hesitate to apply for positions if they donand't meet all requirements. If you believe you possess the necessary skills, even if not meeting every requirement, we wholeheartedly encourage you to submit your application.
- Inclusion&Diversity in practice in truly multinational enviroment
- Eco-friendly offices
- Cooperation with globally recognized Clients and access to the latest technology solutions
- Online and classroom trainings to master your skills
- Onboarding program and dedicated Buddy
- Unique community with sport, volunteering activites and outings
- Access to MyBenefit platrofm
- Multisport and lunch card
- Private medical care and life insurance
- Referral program with bonuses for referring new employees
- Modern office in the city center of Warsaw
- Chill room, game room, library and coffee-breaks at terrace