Sr Manager, Accounts Payable

Job Summary:

This job involves leading complex projects to improve accounts payable processes and efficiency. Responsibilities include collaborating with cross-functional teams to resolve issues, monitoring business trends to inform strategies, and establishing methods for new assignments. Providing mentorship to junior team members in procurement best practices is also a key aspect of this position, ensuring continuous improvement within the accounts payable function.

Job Description:

Essential Responsibilities:

• Manage and optimize the end-to-end procurement process, from vendor onboarding to the final payment and settlement of supplier invoices.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers to ensure efficient procurement and foster positive partnerships.
• Implement and oversee third-party risk management strategies to mitigate potential risks associated with procurement activities.
• Ensure all procurement activities comply with company policies, financial controls, and regulatory requirements.
• Develop and implement cost control measures to manage organizational spend effectively and identify opportunities for cost savings.
• Lead initiatives to streamline and enhance P2P processes, leveraging technology and best practices to improve efficiency.
• Manage and mentor a team of procurement professionals, providing guidance and support to achieve departmental goals.
• Analyze procurement data to identify trends, generate reports, and provide insights for strategic decision-making.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to ensure alignment and integration of procurement activities with business objectives.
• Develop and execute long-term procurement strategies that align with organizational goals and drive continuous improvement in procurement operations.

Expected Qualifications:

• Minimum of 12 years of relevant work experience and a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.

Preferred Qualification:

• Advanced hands-on experience with SAP S4 Hana and Ariba
• Proven track record leading process improvement, including automation/AI
• Demonstrated ability to lead complex, cross-functional projects with autonomy and accountability
• Superb communication and influencing skills, with the ability to engage executive leadership and diverse stakeholders
• Experience in multinational, publicly traded companies

Subsidiary:

PayPal

Travel Percent:

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Our Benefits:

At PayPal, we’re committed to building an equitable and inclusive global economy. And we can’t do this without our most important asset—you. That’s why we offer benefits to help you thrive in every stage of life. We champion your financial, physical, and mental health by offering valuable benefits and resources to help you care for the whole you.

We have great benefits including a flexible work environment, employee shares options, health and life insurance and more. To learn more about our benefits please visit https://www.paypalbenefits.com

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Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

PayPal provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. In addition, PayPal will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you are unable to submit an application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at paypalglobaltalentacquisition@paypal.com

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Belonging at PayPal:

Our employees are central to advancing our mission, and we strive to create an environment where everyone can do their best work with a sense of purpose and belonging. Belonging at PayPal means creating a workplace with a sense of acceptance and security where all employees feel included and valued. We are proud to have a diverse workforce reflective of the merchants, consumers, and communities that we serve, and we continue to take tangible actions to cultivate inclusivity and belonging at PayPal.

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