P2P Lead

Marc Daniels Specialist Recruitment; Reading; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Part time

Job summary

A prominent recruitment agency is looking for an experienced P2P Lead in Reading. This role involves managing Purchase to Pay operations, driving process improvements, and dealing with stakeholder relationships in a fast-paced environment. Ideal candidates will have extensive P2P management experience and strong communication skills, along with proficiency in SAP and advanced Excel. This position offers a temporary contract in a mid-senior level role.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in a senior P2P or Accounts Payable leadership role.
• Proven success within a global corporate environment.
• Strong understanding of end-to-end P2P processes.
• Experience managing offshore or shared service teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee all aspects of Purchase to Pay operations.
• Act as the main escalation point for P2P-related issues.
• Drive efficiency and standardization across P2P processes.
• Collaborate with finance and procurement to deliver process improvements.

Skills

P2P management

Stakeholder management

Process improvement

Operational efficiency

Communication skills

SAP

Advanced Excel skills

Fluency in a European language

Tools

SAP

COUPA

Concur

Job description

Regional Manager at Marc Daniels Specialist Recruitment

We’re working with a leading international organisation seeking an experienced P2P Lead to take ownership of their Purchase to Pay operations across multiple regions.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast‑paced, complex environment and enjoys driving process improvement, managing stakeholder relationships, and leading a high‑performing shared services function.

The Role

As the P2P Lead, you’ll act as the primary point of contact for all P2P operational matters — ensuring smooth day‑to‑day performance, managing escalations, and driving continuous improvement initiatives across accounts payable, supplier management, and procurement processes.

You’ll play a key role in aligning P2P operations with wider business objectives, including working capital optimisation, sustainability, and transformation programmes. This is a hands‑on, visible role that offers the opportunity to influence and shape the future of the P2P function within a global setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee all aspects of Purchase to Pay operations, from supplier onboarding through to invoice and payment processing.
• Act as the main escalation point for P2P‑related issues, providing expert guidance and resolution support.
• Drive efficiency, standardisation, and automation across P2P processes.
• Collaborate with finance and procurement teams to deliver process improvements and implement new technologies.
• Support direct and indirect tax reporting and act as a subject matter expert for tax‑related P2P queries.
• Lead and mentor the shared services team, ensuring timely and accurate delivery of all P2P activities.
• Manage and review KPIs, SLAs, and supplier relationships to ensure consistent high performance.
• Partner with senior stakeholders to deliver transformational change and system enhancements.
• Promote best practices in compliance, internal controls, and regional regulations.

About You

You’ll be a confident communicator with a strong track record in P2P management within a large, fast‑paced, and often international business environment. You’re proactive, detail‑oriented, and comfortable working cross‑functionally to deliver measurable results.

Skills & Experience

• Demonstrable experience in a senior P2P or Accounts Payable leadership role.
• Proven success within a complex, Pan‑European or global corporate environment.
• Strong understanding of end‑to‑end P2P processes, including Travel & Expense management.
• Experience with SAP and advanced Excel skills.
• Background in managing offshore or shared service teams.
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and presentation skills.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise competing demands.
• Track record of driving operational improvements and delivering efficiency gains.
• Experience with COUPA and/or Concur.
• Fluency in an additional European language (German, Czech, Slovakian, Hungarian, or Swedish).

Seniority level

• Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

• Temporary

Job function

• Finance and Accounting/Auditing
• Industries: Motor Vehicle Manufacturing