Director, Global Purchase to Pay

Overview:

The Global Director, Purchase-to-Pay (P2P), is responsible for leading the end-to-end P2P function across all regions, ensuring efficient, compliant, and cost-effective procurement-to-payment processes. Reporting to the Sr. Director, Purchase-to-Pay & Collections, this role oversees global strategy, operations, systems, and governance for supplier onboarding, purchasing, invoicing, and payments. The Director drives standardization, automation, and continuous improvement while partnering with Procurement, Finance, and IT leaders to optimize the global Source-to-Pay (S2P) ecosystem.

Location: Remote

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Develops and executes the global P2P strategy aligned with organizational goals, financial controls, and compliance requirements.
• Establishes global standards, policies, and performance metrics for P2P processes across business units and geographies.
• Leads global P2P operations, ensuring timely and accurate purchase order processing, invoice management, supplier payments, and expense reimbursement.
• Partners cross-functionally with Procurement, Finance, IT, and Legal to optimize end-to-end Source-to-Pay integration and compliance.
• Oversees global supplier onboarding and enablement to ensure adherence to compliance, risk, and sustainability standards.
• Responsible for accurate Form 1099 reporting in accordance with federal and state regulations.
• Champions automation and digital transformation initiatives using ERP, e-invoicing platforms (Oracle, SAP, Workday, Coupa, Ariba, etc.) and AI-enabled analytics.
• Ensures robust internal controls, SOX compliance, audit readiness, and data integrity across all P2P processes.
• Monitors and drives key performance indicators (KPIs) such as invoice accuracy, payment cycle time, automation rates, and supplier satisfaction.
• Builds, mentors, and leads a high-performing global team, fostering collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Optimizes working capital and cash flow through strategic payment terms, discount capture, and spend visibility.
• Collaborates with Compliance and Legal to manage supplier risks, maintain ethical business practices, and uphold governance standards.

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE 

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Supply Chain, or a related field required.
• Master’s degree (MBA or equivalent) preferred.
• 12+ years of progressive experience in P2P, Finance Operations, or Shared Services, including 5+ years in a global leadership capacity.
• Proven success implementing and optimizing ERP and P2P technology platforms (e.g., Oracle, SAP).
• Strong understanding of global business processes, accounting principles, tax implications, and compliance frameworks.
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.

CORE KNOWLEDGE and SKILLS

• Strategic thinker with exceptional analytical, financial, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Demonstrated leadership in managing multicultural, geographically dispersed teams.
• Deep understanding of global P2P processes, systems, and compliance requirements.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills at all organizational levels.
• Proven ability to drive automation, process improvement, and operational excellence.
• Strong change management and continuous improvement mindset.
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and decision-making skills.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This position will directly manage a global team, including regional P2P leads and managers, and is responsible for developing and maintaining a high-performance organization.

Salary Range: $129,900 - $162,400 annually, depending on experience and geographic location, plus eligibility for an annual bonus, subject to plan terms.
Please note that actual compensation offered may vary based on local pay requirements, and will meet or exceed state-specific minimum wage or salary thresholds.

Benefits and Well-Being:
We offer a competitive benefits package, including 6 paid holidays, 1 paid floating holiday and up to 20 days of Paid Time Off per year, Medical/Dental/Vision insurance, Company-matching 401(k) and Employee Stock Purchase Program, in addition to other programs and perks. More details about our benefits can be found here.

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