Lead Specialist GES S2P Invoice To Pay

dsm-firmenich; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Global exposure

Senior leadership exposure

Continuous improvement culture

Modern ERP systems

Digital finance tools

Job summary

dsm-firmenich in Hyderabad, India invites applications for Lead Specialist GES S2P Invoice To Pay on a 12-month contractual basis. You will act as the primary SPOC for end-to-end P2P operations, coordinating with internal stakeholders and suppliers to ensure timely invoice processing and payment execution.

The role emphasizes driving continuous improvement, supporting automation projects, and providing training while leveraging SAP/Ariba and analytics tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent with relevant experience in shared services, procurement, finance, or operations.
• Minimum 5 years of P2P or shared service operations experience.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary SPOC and escalation point for end-to-end P2P operations.
• Resolve invoice, payment, and procurement-related escalations ensuring timely processing.
• Conduct stakeholder training sessions and drive compliance with procurement procedures.
• Manage supplier and customer queries and support vendor master data governance.

Skills

P2P processes

Stakeholder management

Analytical reporting

English communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

SAP

Ariba

Celonis

Tableau

Sievo

Job description

Job Title: Lead Specialist GES S2P Invoice To Pay

Location: Hyderabad, India

Mode: Contractual (12 months)

The Lead Specialist GES S2P Invoice To Pay is a critical role within the Procure-to-Pay (P2P) function, serving as the primary point of contact for end-to-end procurement and payment operations. The position drives operational excellence by ensuring seamless procurement processes, timely invoice and payment handling, stakeholder engagement, issue resolution, and continuous process improvement. The role also supports digitalization and automation initiatives to enhance efficiency, compliance, and business service delivery across the organization.

Your key responsibilities:

• Act as the primary SPOC and escalation point for end-to-end P2P operations, coordinating between internal stakeholders and external suppliers.
• Resolve invoice, payment, and procurement-related escalations while ensuring timely processing and delivery of goods and services.
• Conduct stakeholder training sessions, provide operational support, and drive compliance with procurement procedures and policies.
• Manage supplier and customer queries, oversee escalated tickets, and support vendor master data governance activities.
• Lead root cause analysis, identify process bottlenecks, and implement continuous improvement initiatives across P2P operations.
• Support automation projects and digital transformation efforts to improve process efficiency, accuracy, and scalability.

We offer:

• Opportunity to lead global finance operations at scale
• Exposure to senior leadership and strategic decision-making
• A culture focused on continuous improvement and innovation
• Career growth in a transformation-driven environment
• Collaborative and inclusive global work environment
• Access to modern ERP systems and digital finance tools

You bring:

• Bachelor's degree with relevant experience in shared services, procurement, finance, or operations.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Procure-to-Pay (P2P) or shared service operations.
• Proven ability to manage stakeholder relationships and resolve operational escalations effectively.
• Hands-on experience with procurement platforms such as SAP and Ariba.
• Strong analytical and reporting capabilities; experience with tools such as Celonis, Sievo, or Tableau is advantageous.
• Strong English communication skills, both written and verbal; additional language skills such as German or French are a plus.

About dsm-firmenich:

At dsm-firmenich, we don’t just meet expectations – we go beyond them. Join our global team powered by science, creativity, and a shared purpose: to bring progress to life.

From elevating health to making fortified food and sustainable skincare, the impact of your work here will be felt by millions – every single day. Whether it’s fragrance that helps you focus, alternative meat that’s better for the planet, or reducing sugar without losing flavor, this is where you help shape the future of nutrition, health, and beauty for everyone, everywhere.

And while you’re making a difference, we’ll make sure you’re growing too. With learning that never stops, a culture that lifts you up and the freedom to move across businesses, teams, and borders. Your voice matters here. And your ideas? They’re essential to our future.

Because real progress only happens when we go beyond, together.

For further information, please contact Anindita Saha, Talent Acquisition Partner ([e-mail])

Inclusion, belonging and equal opportunity statement:

At dsm-firmenich, we believe being a force for good starts with the way we treat each other. When people feel supported, included, and free to be themselves, they do their best work – and that’s exactly the kind of culture we’re building. A place where opportunity is truly equal, authenticity is celebrated, and everyone has the chance to grow, contribute, and feel they belong.

We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we’re serious about making our hiring process as fair and inclusive as possible. From inclusive language and diverse interview panels to thoughtful sourcing, we’re committed to reflecting the world we serve.

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds — no matter your gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or anything else that makes you, you.

And if you have a disability or need any support through the application process, we’re here to help – just let us know what you need, and we’ll do everything we can to make it work.