Finance Global Process Owner - Source to Pay

Role Overview

We’re looking for a strategic and collaborative leader to shape our global S2P operations. As the Global Process Owner, you’ll drive standardisation, innovation, and operational excellence across our Source-to-Pay processes.

 

You'll be responsible for setting the strategic direction and overseeing the design and execution of S2P processes across all regions and business units. This role ensures process excellence, governance, and innovation by embedding best practices, enabling automation, and driving continuous improvement.

 

You'll collaborate extensively with Procurement, Finance, IT, and other business functions to deliver a streamlined, high-performing S2P operating model aligned with corporate objectives.

 

You'll need to be located near to or happy to regularly travel to either our Stapeley or Basingstoke offices, remote will be considered for the right candidate

You Will

Process Leadership

• Define and lead the global S2P vision and roadmap.
• Drive end-to-end process alignment, simplification, and standardization.
• Champion a customer-centric approach to enhance user experience.

Process Design & Optimization

• Identify and implement improvements using industry benchmarks and best practices.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.
• Act as the central SME for S2P process excellence.

Shared Services & Technology Enablement

• Enhance the efficiency and scope of shared services.
• Partner with IT to deploy tools, improve workflows, and drive automation.
• Evaluate and prioritize technology initiatives and change requests.

Compliance & Governance

• Ensure adherence to corporate policies, regulatory requirements, and internal controls.
• Monitor risk areas and implement mitigation strategies.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work across Procurement, Finance, IT, and other teams in a matrix structure to align goals and deliver global initiatives.

Change & Stakeholder Management

• Lead change initiatives and promote adoption through effective communication and engagement.

Training & Documentation

• Develop process documentation and training programs.
• Build and support a super user and SME community.

Data & Analytics

• Establish data governance and improve data quality.
• Strengthen reporting and analytics to support decision-making.

Performance Measurement

• Define and monitor KPIs, SLAs, and performance targets.
• Provide insights and recommendations based on performance analysis.

Requirements

• Education: 

  • University degree in Business, Finance, or Supply Chain. MBA or professional certifications (e.g., Six Sigma, APICS) preferred.

• Certifications: 

  • Lean/Six Sigma or equivalent preferred.

• Experience:

  • 5+ years in S2P, procurement, or finance leadership roles.
  • Proven experience in global process ownership, standardization, and automation.
  • Strong project management skills (Agile a plus).
  • Hands-on ERP experience (MS Dynamics preferred).
  • Skilled in performance measurement, data analysis, and risk management.
  • Effective communicator and collaborator across diverse, global teams.

• Travel: Occasional international travel may be required.

Business Overview

Genus is an agricultural biotechnology pioneer. We are a global FTSE 250 company, headquartered in the UK, and listed on the London Stock Exchange. Genus PLC has a presence in over 70 countries and a global workforce of over 3,000 employees and growing.  We are a worldwide leader in porcine and bovine animal genetics, partnering with farmers to transform how we nourish the world – a mission that is important to a sustainable future. 

 

Our vision is clear: Pioneering animal genetic improvement to sustainably nourish the world.

 

ABS - is the world-leading provider of bovine genetics, reproductive services, technologies and udder care products. Marketed in more than 70 countries, ABS has been at the forefront of animal genetics and technology since its founding in 1941.  We are uniquely positioned as a global player with a dedicated R&D function and an international distribution network. <