Procurement and Accounts Payable Business Process Expert (BPE)

Who are we, and what do we do?
At Corteva Agriscience, you will help us grow what’s next. No matter your role, you will be part of a team that is building the future of agriculture – leading breakthroughs in the innovation and application of science and technology that will better the lives of people all over the world and fuel the progress of humankind.

Corteva Agriscience is seeking an experienced Procure to Pay (P2P) & Ariba Business Process Expert (BPE) to join our ERP team.

The BPE is responsible for designing, configuring, testing, and maintaining the S/4HANA and SAP ECC Finance applications during the entire application lifecycle. This role requires a strong understanding of business processes, excellent communication skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

The role includes management of end-to-end SAP accounts payables, procurement and Ariba processes and solutions. The position is a key liaison between our ERP solutions, the line-of-business teams and the business product owner. This role will be a part of a team that includes management of end-to-end Account Payables, Procurement and Ariba processes, and drives the tactical, day-to-day aspects of validating and improving the SAP ERP business processes & solutions, through modeling, simulating and analyzing current and future states.

Primary Responsibilities - How will you help us Grow!

• Process Management: Design the end-to-end P2P process, ensuring efficiency, accuracy, and compliance with company policies and regulations. Design, configure, and customize SAP modules to meet business requirements.
• ERP (Procurement & Accounts Payables) Solutions: Implement, configure, and maintain Procurement, Sourcing, Contract Management, Supplier Information Management including SAP Ariba modules and Accounts Payables modules. Lead the implementation of SAP solutions, including system configuration, testing, and user training.
• Continuous Improvement & Support: Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement best practices to enhance Procurement and Payables operations. Provide ongoing support and maintenance for SAP applications, including troubleshooting and resolving issues.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with internal stakeholders and existing team members, including procurement, finance, and IT teams, to understand business requirements and provide effective solutions.
• Training and Support: Provide training and support to end-users on Accounts Payables, Procurement processes & Ariba solutions. Develop and maintain documentation related to SAP configurations, processes, and procedures.
• Data Analysis: Analyze data to identify trends, monitor performance, and generate reports for management. Stay current with SAP best practices, new features, and industry trends to recommend improvements and optimizations.
• Compliance: Ensure compliance with Procurement & Accounts Payables policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.

Experience and Education – What you'll bring to the table!

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in business, Information Technology, Finance, Supply Chain Management, or a related field. A master’s degree or MBA is a plus.
• Experience: Minimum of 8 years of experience in Procure to Pay, with at least 3 years of hands-on experience with SAP Ariba solutions.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in SAP Ariba modules, OpenText VIM, Accounts Payables, SAP Concur, Procurement, Sourcing, Contract Management, Ariba Spend Management, and Supplier Information Management. Knowledge in SAP Business Network & ERP Integration (SAP S4HANA/SAP ECC). Knowledge of SAP APIs, BTP (Business Technology Platform), middleware tools, and SQL is a plus. Implementation experience on Withholding Tax and SAP eDocument (Electronic Invoicing) Compliance is preferred.
• Certifications: Relevant certifications in SAP Accounts Payables, Procurement and Ariba are preferred but not required.
• Articulate with verbal and written communication skills in English. Possesses strong presentation skills for a global audience.
• Prior domain or functional experience with Procurement, Ariba, Finance, Controlling or Taxation preferred.
• Ability to research requirements, solutions, evaluate alternative approaches, and present recommended solution in SAP.
• Ability to independently design and configure SAP Procure-to-Pay & Ariba processes.
• Strong attention- to-detail and quality/accuracy of deliverables, preferring outcomes over outputs.
• Demonstrated effectiveness and ability to work independently, and drive results with peers, stakeholders, and customers.
• Acts honestly and professionally, ability to manage confidential and sensitive information.
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