Global Procurement Operations Manager

Job Description

This position is responsible for managing a team of buyers globally who process transactional P2P (Procure to pay) activities including supplier setup and PO issuance. The role can be involved in special projects to support M&A activities and system implementations and upgrades. The individual will need to work closely with accounts payable, accounting, technology and audit/compliance teams who support our procure-to-pay process.

 

The role is also responsible for establishing buying guidelines and ensuring policy compliance to those guidelines. This role requires candidate to have demonstrated leadership and communication skills and the ability to lead others.

Responsibilities

● Ensure and monitor efficiency and proper utilization of NIQ’s Procurement Operations systems and process

● Train and support of new and existing users with process, technology or policy areas

● Find opportunities for continuous improvement evaluating the technology or support team

● Support complex, strategic projects.

● Foster and maintain strong relationships with Technology, Audit, Operations and Finance.

● Daily reports on PO status and work with team to resolve, redirect and action

● Periodic reporting of operational activities as well as compliance metrics

● Balance workload of global team and provide backup support if needed

● Analyze large data sets effectively, identify process improvement solutions, and formulate recommendations.

● Assist with the evaluation of supplier payment terms and the how most favorable terms can be systemized

● Assists the AP department with Invoice and PO reconciliation issues for on time payment

● Close alignment with the Sourcing team ensuring contracted and sourced suppliers are utilized in the P2P system

● Ensure organizational goals, including budget, savings, and supplier performance measures, are met. Identify strategies to reduce expense through usage of existing suppliers and agreements.

● Be aware of supply chain policies and processes and be able to explain the rules and guidelines to internal customers.

Qualifications

● Bachelor’s Degree required. Sourcing, Procurement or Marketing certifications a plus.

● Minimum of 5 years of professional experience with a track record of meeting and exceeding goals and objectives preferred

● Strong knowledge of SAP, Ariba (P2P), PowerBI and Microsoft Office 365 applications (i.e. Outlook, Teams, Office Suite)

● Self-motivated; self-starter; extremely proactive; able to work both independently to complete tasks and respond to department requests and with others to utilize their resources and knowledge to identify high quality solutions.

● Strong track record of building and maintaining solid relationships with internal customers.

● Able to lead across a global organization and align towards positive results.

● Ability to work with functional groups and different level of employees throughout the organization to effectively and professionally achieve results.

● Strong follow-up skills; ability to organize applicable timelines and follow up with customer needs.

● Strong written and oral communication skills, including the ability to present ideas and suggestions clearly and effectively.

● Ability to accomplish multiple tasks within the agreed upon timeframes through effective prioritization of duties and functions in a fast-paced environment.

● Has demonstrated the ability to lead others as well as having the necessary leadership qualities to train, motivate and inspire colleagues within the same team.

● Proven experience in building and sustaining positive relationships.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

About NIQ

NIQ, the world’s leading consumer intelligence company, reveals new pathways to growth for retailers and consumer goods manufacturers. With operations in more than 100 countries, NIQ delivers the most complete and clear understanding of consumer buying behavior through an advanced business intelligence platform with integrated predictive analytics. NIQ delivers the Full View. 

NIQ was founded in 1923 and is an Advent International portfolio company. For more information, visit NIQ.com 

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