PTP/ Accounts Payable Manager with German

<p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p><b><span>Think Global, Work Local with Maersk Global Service Centre!</span></b><span> </span></p><p><span><span>Are you ready to join an organization on an industry-defining journey? At Maersk, we are a global business with 100,000 employees across 130 countries, and our Global Service Centres (GSC) are at the heart of our operations. Our GSC sites are already </span><span>established</span><span> across 12 locations in 7 countries – and we are still growing. </span><span>We’ll</span><span> soon be opening our newest GSC in central Warsaw, supporting our growing customer base and commitment to operational excellence.</span></span><span> </span></p><p><span> </span></p><p><span><span>Our new GSC offers </span><span>a great opportunity</span><span> for motivated </span><span>finance </span><span>professionals to bring their skills and </span><span>expertise</span><span> to a dynamic environment where they can gain cross-functional, end-to-end customer support experience, engage in complex problem-solving with global colleagues, and be at the centre of our global </span><span>logistics</span><span> operations.</span></span><span> </span></p><p><span> </span></p><p><span><span>Find yourself welcome in our diverse and inclusive culture, working alongside a team of experts around the world, where you are valued for who you are and rewarded for what you bring.</span></span><span> </span></p><p><span> </span></p><p><b><span>About the Role:</span></b><span> </span></p><p><span><span>As  </span><span>PTP</span><span>/ Accounts Payable Manager with German</span><span>, you will play a crucial role in managing our business accounting processes from basic entries to sophisticated financial reporting. You will work as an integral part of our Global </span><span>Service Centre, collaborating with vendors and internal teams to ensure </span><span>timely</span><span> payments, resolve structural process issues, and </span><span>maintain</span><span> a healthy cash flow and vendor satisfaction.</span></span><span> </span></p><p><b><span>Key Responsibilities:</span></b><span> </span></p><p><span> </span></p><p><span><span>In this role, you will manage the Procure to Pay (PTP) Accounts Payable process, leading a team of at least 10 members. </span><span>You'll</span><span> oversee a portfolio of a minimum of 50 vendors, with a total spend of $10 million per year, ensuring smooth operations and fostering strong vendor relationships. Your ability to </span><span>analyse</span><span> trends and root causes will be crucial in improving daily processes, and </span><span>you'll</span><span> provide MIS reporting to keep everyone informed.</span></span><span> </span></p><p><span> </span></p><p><span><span>You'll</span><span> handle vendor and internal escalations, performing regular reviews of KPIs and SLAs to </span><span>identify</span><span> opportunities for improvement. Driving systems implementation and standardization will be a key part of your role, enhancing vendor satisfaction, process efficiency, and cash flow. Collaboration with cross-functional teams globally will be essential as you work to drive cultural integration and develop strategies for </span><span>timely</span><span> vendor payments and cash flow improvement.</span></span><span> </span></p><p><span> </span></p><p><span><span>Your </span><span>expertise</span><span> will be needed to conduct deep dives into chronic overdue accounts and implement effective solutions. Additionally, </span><span>you'll</span><span> </span><span>participate</span><span> in vendor visits to resolve payment and process issues, ensuring all relevant information from these interactions is captured and shared with internal stakeholders. Flexibility to handle </span><span>different products</span><span> and brand portfolios will be important as you navigate the complexities of this role.</span></span><span> </span></p><p><span> </span></p><p><b><span>Who are we looking for?</span></b><span> </span></p><ul><li><p><b><span>Proficiency</span><span> in German and English</span></b><span><span>: Strong language skills for handling business correspondence, translations, and vendor escalations.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul><ul><li><p><b><span>Leadership and Team Management</span></b><span><span>: Experience in leading a team, managing a portfolio of vendors, and ensuring smooth operations.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul><ul><li><p><b><span>Advanced Accounts Payable Expertise</span></b><span><span>: Extensive knowledge of AP processes, including vendor statement reconciliations, KPI reviews, and systems implementation.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul><ul><li><p><b><span>Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills</span></b><span><span>: Ability to analyse trends, root causes, and propose solutions to improve daily processes and cash flow.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul><ul><li><p><b><span>Communication and Collaboration Skills</spa