(Senior) Process expert Plan-2-steer

Omya Asia Pacific Sdn. Bhd.; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Omya Asia Pacific Sdn. Bhd. is seeking an experienced specialist to lead Plan-2-Steer process design, governance and continuous improvement within our regional operations in Kuala Lumpur.

You will partner with Finance, IT and business units to optimize end-to-end processes, implement controls and drive performance through KPIs. The role requires 5+ years in a processor function, IFRS knowledge, SAP/S4HANA experience and a hands-on, collaborative mindset.

Qualifications

• University degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics or related field.
• Min. 5 years of relevant working experience in a processor function-related position and leadership responsibilities.
• Deep knowledge of Plan-2-Steer, Record-2-report process execution or related business field (Finance, Accounting).
• Familiarity with IFRS, internal controls and risk management.
• Hands-on experience with SAP ERP, S/4HANA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan-2-Steer process design and improvement across Omya's organization.
• Develop KPIs and ensure compliance with process standards and controls.
• Collaborate with IT for configuration decisions and digital enablers.
• Execute CI backlog measures and ensure regular tracking and maintenance of backlog items.
• Support documentation and standardized playbooks across the end-to-end process scope.

Skills

Plan-2-Steer

Process governance

Root cause analysis

Problem solving

Continuous improvement

Leadership

Analytics

Travel readiness

Education

University degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics or related field

Tools

SAP ERP

S/4HANA

Job description

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Plan-2-Steer process design & improvementSupport the review of current Plan-2-Steer process design or dedicated sub-processes and flag areas for improvementImplement and operationalize improvement measures in close alignment with the OS&S Plan-2-Steer delivery teamsSupport process standardization and alignment across the end-2-end service scope, spanning across Omya's headquarter and Omya's business units
• Plan-2-Steer governance and complianceSupport the development and implementation of KPIs to ensure effective process management (steering dimensions: efficiency, compliance, quality)Apply and maintain process standards, templates, and control matricesContribute to the implementation of internal controls in line with Omya's Group IC S guidance and frameworks to mitigate risks and increase the level of compliance in close collaboration with risk managementEnsure compliance with regulatory requirements and Omya's process standardsMaintain the process architecture documentation (e.g., Process Flowcharts, etc.) and support further development of the process architecture in the course of the implementation
• Plan-2-Steer performance management and continuous improvementCollaborate closely with Omya's internal IT department and other relevant stakeholders to support configuration decisions and digital enablers (e.g., automation, process mining)Support systemic implementation into process design incl. definition of all system specificationsExecute CI backlog measures and ensure regular tracking and maintenance of backlog items
• Operational executionExecute tasks within the OS&S Process Management team in a quality and timely manner to maintain and develop the standard process modelSupport group-wide projects/initiatives and adhere to milestones in a quality and timely mannerImplement measures to improve the Plan-2-Steer or respective sub-processes and introduce measures into the OS&S delivery teamsSupport efficient handover points between up- and downstream processes, e.g., validated KPI dashboards are provided to steering committees, where requiredHandle exceptions and resolve process-related issues promptlySupport the documentation of business requirements and, if required, functional test scriptsMaintain playbooks and training materials and support the development of new training content as required

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• EducationUniversity degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics or related field
• ExperienceMin. 5 years of relevant working experience in a processor function-related position and leadership responsibilities
• Knowledge and skillsProven experience with Plan-2-Steer, Record-2-report process execution or related business field (Finance, Accounting)Deep knowledge of process modeling, service delivery frameworks & process governanceStrong knowledge of core controlling processes, including budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis and planning cyclesExpertise in IFRS, internal controls and risk managementFamiliarity with continuous improvement methodologies and transformation initiativesHandson experience with SAP ERP, S/4HANA preferredStrong problem-solving and root cause analysis skills with a bias to actionHands-on mentality and able to manage conflictsWillingness to question the status quo and to dig into detailsStrong organizational skills and ability to executeCreative and critical thinking skills
• Other requirementsExcellent command of both oral and written English are requiredGood command of both oral and written additional language is beneficialWillingness to travel up to 20-25%

Omya is a leading global producer of industrial minerals and a worldwide distributor of specialty materials. Our company was founded 140 years ago and remains a privately-owned, independent company headquartered in Switzerland but with offices and plants in more than 50 countries. When you join Omya, you become part of a global team that uses its creativity, expertise and experience to make a difference to people's lives. Thinking of Tomorrow means focusing on the challenges of the future and how we can develop mineral products to solve them. This is a collaborative environment where people work towards common goals, with a common purpose Our purpose, combined with our values of modesty, courtesy, integrity and perseverance, is the foundation of our business. Our values are relevant to our lines of business. All Omya employees, partners and suppliers are bound by a Code of Conduct which reflects our values and guides our behavior.