Manager, Procure to Pay (P2P)

About the Role

Our client is currently looking for a skilled Manager for their Procure to Pay (P2P) function to be part of their Enterprise Business Services team based in Brampton, ON, operating in a hybrid model with four days onsite. This 9-month contract position offers a strategic role focusing on supplier management, operational enhancement, and leadership within procure-to-pay activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate existing procure-to-pay workflows to discover methods for boosting efficiency and managing supplier relations effectively.
• Lead talent-focused functions including coaching, mentoring, evaluating performance, and fostering employee growth.
• Initiate and apply best practice process improvements across the entire P2P operation.
• Create and uphold policies, procedures, and standards to ensure superior operational quality.
• Analyze multifaceted data sets, delivering insightful and actionable advice to stakeholders.
• Facilitate meetings and collaborate with diverse business units to address challenges and optimize processes.
• Oversee the P2P pipeline, ensuring prompt resolution of supplier and invoice concerns.
• Assist with various reporting needs, analytical tasks, and special assignments as needed.
• Coordinate continuous improvement projects with meticulous planning and monitoring.
• Foster strong internal stakeholder partnerships and encourage inter-team cooperation.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• Between 3 to 5+ years experience in Procure-to-Pay, Accounts Payable, Finance Operations, or Supplier Management roles.
• Demonstrated strong analytical capabilities and problem-solving skills with sound judgment based on data interpretation.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, notably Excel and PowerPoint.
• Experience using SAP and Concur platforms is mandatory.
• Familiarity with Ariba and Fieldglass systems will be considered an advantage.
• Solid understanding of accounting norms, invoice processing workflows, and financial functions.
• Track record of successfully spearheading process improvement projects.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and presentation abilities.
• Capable of managing multiple priorities and deadlines effectively in a dynamic environment.

Compensation & Contract Details

This role is a 9-month contract beginning approximately June 2nd. The hourly wage for the position ranges between $35 and $40.

Work Arrangement

This position involves a hybrid work style requiring four days onsite in Brampton, Ontario.