Finance Global Process Owner (m/f/d)

Sonova; Województwo mazowieckie; Hybrid; PLN 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare company in Poland is seeking a Global Process Owner for Procure to Pay (P2P). This role involves strategic oversight, driving process improvements, and ensuring compliance in procurement and payment processes. Candidates should have over 10 years of experience in process management and ERP, particularly in P2P. The company offers a flexible hybrid working model and various training opportunities.

Benefits

Flexible hybrid working model

Wide range of training opportunities

Exceptional growth opportunities

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in process management, ERP, P2P.
• Extensive experience in finance process improvement.
• Proven track record of leading successful finance transformation initiatives.
• Procure-to-pay process expertise.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and maintenance of the global P2P process framework.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to drive process improvements.
• Establish KPIs to measure effectiveness and efficiency of the P2P process.
• Identify opportunities for process optimization and automation.
• Develop training programs for employees involved in the P2P process.
• Lead change management initiatives related to P2P processes.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulations.
• Collaborate with IT to implement technology solutions.

Skills

Complex-Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Critical thinking

Empathy

Strong leadership

Interpersonal skills

Tools

SAP R3

MS Dynamics 365

JD Edwards

Job description

Overview

The Global Process Owner (GPO) for Procure to Pay (P2P) at Sonova is responsible for the strategic oversight and continuous improvement of the P2P process across the organization. This role aims to ensure that procurement and payment processes are efficient, compliant, and aligned with Sonova’s business objectives. The GPO will collaborate with various stakeholders to drive process standardization, enhance operational efficiency, and leverage technology to optimize the P2P cycle, ultimately contributing to the company’s financial health and operational excellence.

Tasks and responsibilities

• Process Leadership (within the P2P Program): Lead the development, implementation, and maintenance of the global P2P process framework, ensuring alignment with Sonova’s strategic goals and compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including Procurement, Finance and IT to gather insights, identify pain points, and drive process improvements.
• Performance Monitoring: Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness and efficiency of the P2P process, and regularly report on performance metrics to senior management.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for process optimization and automation, utilizing best practices and innovative solutions to enhance the P2P cycle.
• Training & Support: Develop and deliver training programs for employees involved in the P2P process, ensuring they are equipped with the necessary knowledge and tools to perform their roles effectively.
• Change Management: Lead change management initiatives related to P2P processes, ensuring smooth transitions and stakeholder buy-in during process updates or technology implementations.
• Compliance & Risk Management: Ensure that all P2P processes adhere to internal policies and external regulations, and proactively manage risks associated with procurement and payment activities.
• Technology Integration: Collaborate with IT to assess and implement technology solutions that support the P2P process, including ERP systems and automation tools.
• Drive forward P2P Program from content point of view (process development, harmonisiation and standarization across organizations and enviroments in scope)
• Manage the team of P2P GPOs, GKUs, SMEs
• Establish good relationships with mentioned stakeholders in Sonova and external partners

Your profile

• 10+ years of experience in process mgt, ERP, P2P
• Extensive experience in finance process improvement, transformation, or a related leadership role, with a strong focus on P2P, O2C, and R2R processes
• Proven track record of leading successful finance transformation initiatives in an ERP environment
• Complex-Problem-solving, Attention to detail, Critical thinking
• Empathy and strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels.
• ERP in general (specifically with SAP R3, MS Dynamics 365, and JD Edwards)
• Procure-to-pay process expertise. Preferences: R2R, O2C, Treasury
• Languages: fluent English is a must, German is a plus

More about what we offer

As one of the world’s leading hearing care providers headquartered in Switzerland, we’re committed to building an inclusive culture. We want to create an environment where you can balance a successful career with your commitments and interests outside of work, through our flexible hybrid working model.

We offer a wide range of training opportunities for both your professional and personal development, and there are exceptional growth opportunities with individual development plans.