Manager PTP Excellence

Location: Budapest(HU) or Kuala Lumpur(MY)Do you want to work for one of the biggest dairy companies in the world and take a leading role in driving Procure-to Pay to a higher level? Do you have experience in a Procurement and GBDS environment and are you enthusiastic about driving excellence and digital end-to-end? Then we are looking for you!As Global Manager PtP Excellence, you will lead the PtP Excellence team and report to the Director PtP. You will lead and govern end-to-end PtP Excellence activities in line with the PtP strategy, policy, and guidelines, ensuring that the PtP Excellence team maintains best-in-class processes and tools in terms of knowledge, capabilities, efficiency, and stakeholder satisfaction.What We Ask15+ years of strategic project management experience, with a strong focus on PtP related initiativesSix Sigma certification (minimum: Green belt) or similarChange Management certification is an advantageExcellent and comprehensive E2E Source-to-Pay process knowledgeDigital & automation literacy: knowledge of PtP and office applications (Excel, PowerBI, Coupa, SAP, SNOW)Shared service experience is an advantageExcellent governance & communication skillsStrong people & stakeholder management in a multicultural environment, ability to influence and inspireContinuous improvement mindset: problem-solving / drive change / measuring and improving performanceHands-on leadership style by leading by example and actively contributing to the different projectsExcellent English language, any other European language knowledge is advantagous What We OfferThe opportunity to steer and improve the Procure-to-Pay domain and digitalize further the scopeWork in a great team in an informal yet professional working environmentBecome the ‘go to’ person for Procure-to-Pay decisionsCafeteria packageHome Office allowanceMetLife life- and accident insuranceMedicover packageAll You Can Move sport passAnnual bonusHome office opportunity (3 days/week)Opportunity to bring in your ideas and to develop furtherChallenging tasks with real added valueCheerful environment with colleagues from different culturesDiverse training and mentoring programs to help you grow on your own professional journeyAutonomy and trust to create longer term impact that helps bring better nutrition to the worldUnique company culture of Dutch heritage and international presenceVacancy DescriptionIn this role, you are responsible for defining, implementing, and maintaining the PtP Excellence Roadmap, while also (co)overseeing the Source-to-Pay KPIs. You will foster a clear and shared mindset of continuous improvement and performance within the PtP teams, in close collaboration with key stakeholders.You will connect and align primarily with GBDS local teams, Procurement, IT, and Digital teams to execute your strategy, roadmap, and continuous improvement initiatives. Below is a list of typical responsibilities:Focus on driving continuous improvement, while the Operations Managers handle the day-to-day running of the business—reflecting our 'Run and Improve' mindsetLead the end-to-end PtP Excellence team and govern all continuous improvement activities within the PtP domain globallyPromote continuous learning and development within the PtP teams by coordinating initiatives through the Excellence teamAct as the change and transformation owner for the end-to-end PtP process, tools, and ways of workingEnsure the appropriate governance structure and priorities are in place. Manage key cross-functional stakeholders regarding PtP Excellence plans and prioritiesHost and coordinate the S2P Steerco and also provide support for other global governance forums such as the Touchless Steerco, BPO meeting, and Digital SteercoűDefine and maintain the PtP Excellence strategy and roadmapStaying true to who you really are, that is your starting point at FrieslandCampina. Because it is precisely by embracing our differences that we can grow together. We want to create a working environment that allows all employees to bring their best and authentic selves. If who we are suits you, but you're not sure if you're the best fit for the role, we still encourage you to apply so we can help you find the role that fits you best.Team DetailsThe Global Manager PtP Excellence team is part of the GBDS organization and leads a team of 8 people located across three countries: Kuala Lumpur, Budapest and Amersfoort. The Global Manager PtP Excellence works in close collaboration with the GBDS local teams, Central IT team, Digital teams, and Procurement teams to execute the StP roadmap and drive continuous improvement. The position will be based in Kuala Lumpur or Budapest , it has a global scope of responsibility and requires limited travel.