Procure to Pay Operations Director - Amsterdam

Marsveterinary; Amsterdam; Hybrid; EUR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Hybrid work model

Career progression

Wellbeing programmes

International exposure

Job summary

Mars Veterinary Health (MVH) Europe is seeking a Director to lead Procure-to-Pay and Travel & Expense operations across Europe. You will shape strategy, drive transformation programmes, and expand Global Business Services capabilities.

Partner with senior stakeholders to improve processes, working capital, and operational excellence. Lead and develop high-performing teams and drive innovation through standardisation and adoption of new technologies.

Qualifications

• 10+ years post-qualification experience in finance, accounting, shared services or procurement.
• Proven track record of leading and developing high-performing teams and technical leaders.
• Strong transformation mindset with experience driving process improvement, standardisation, and operational change programmes.
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and influencing skills across organisational levels.
• Degree in Finance or related discipline; professional qualifications (CPA/CMA/CFA/ACCA) advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead Procure-to-Pay and Travel & Expense operations across MVH Europe.
• Shape strategy, drive transformation programmes, and expand Global Business Services capabilities.
• Partner with senior stakeholders across Europe to improve processes, working capital performance, and operational excellence.
• Lead and develop high-performing teams while creating meaningful career growth opportunities.
• Drive innovation through standardisation, process improvement, and adoption of new technologies.

Skills

Finance leadership

Procurement operations

Stakeholder management

Team development

Process transformation

Education

Finance degree

CPA CMA CFA ACCA

Job description

Job title – Procure to Pay Operations Director - Amsterdam

Location – Netherlands - Hybrid

Job Type – Full time

Why join us?

• Lead Procure-to-Pay (P2P) and Travel & Expense (T&E) operations across MVH Europe, influencing financial operations on an international scale.
• Play a key role in shaping strategy, driving transformation programmes, and expanding Global Business Services capabilities
• Partner with senior stakeholders across Europe to improve processes, working capital performance, and operational excellence
• Lead and develop high-performing teams while creating meaningful career growth opportunities for associates
• Drive innovation through standardisation, process improvement, and adoption of new technologies across multiple markets.

The team

As part of the MVH Europe Finance function, you'll join a collaborative and highly influential Financial Operations team responsible for ensuring the effective delivery of Procure-to-Pay and Travel & Expense operations across Europe. Working closely with the Senior Director Financial Operations, Governance & Control, Global Process Owners, Global Business Services teams, and business leaders across multiple countries, you'll help shape the future operating model and drive continuous improvement. This is a fast-paced, strategic leadership environment where operational excellence, stakeholder partnership, process transformation, and strong governance are at the heart of everything we do.

What we’re looking for

• Significant experience leading finance, accounting, shared services, or procurement operations, with at least 10 years' post-qualification experience
• Proven track record of leading and developing high-performing teams and technical leaders
• Strong transformation mindset with experience driving process improvement, standardisation, and operational change programmes.
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and influencing skills with the ability to engage at all organisational levels.
• Degree in Finance or a related discipline. Professional qualifications such as CPA, CMA, CFA, or ACCA and experience working with BPO providers are advantageous.

What we offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Hybrid and flexible working opportunities
• Professional development and career progression pathways
• Opportunities to lead transformational initiatives across an international organisation
• Access to wellbeing programmes and associate support resources
• A collaborative, purpose‑driven culture focused on making a better world for pets

About us

Mars Veterinary Health (MVH) Europe is a family of leading Veterinary care providers committed to creating A BETTER WORLD FOR PETS. Our network includes trusted brands such as AniCura and Linnaeus, operating over 450 animal hospitals and clinics across 18 European countries. Together, our teams deliver high-quality, modern Veterinary care ensuring peace of mind for pet owners through excellent access and patient safety.

At MVH Europe, we prioritize a culture of accountability, inclusion, and wellbeing. We believe our purpose — to make A BETTER WORLD FOR PETS — starts with building a better world for our people. We support our teams through comprehensive wellbeing programmes, clear development and career paths and a shared passion for delivering exceptional outcomes in Veterinary care.

Mars is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, please speak to us. Mars is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.