Sodexo has an exciting opening for a Manager, Business Improvement within its Finance Continuous Improvement Team who will mainly represent the core business process within Procure-to-Pay (P2P) and support the NorAm P2P Domain Leader. The focus will be on driving the strategy through various initiatives for successful day-to-day operations of the P2P processes within the organization while supporting and guiding the other key pillars within Finance & Accounting: Order-to-Cash (O2C), Record-to-Report (R2R) and Enterprise Performance Management (EPM).
This role will be responsible for the coordination, planning, development/maintenance and delivery of multiple initiatives while working with and leading teams on large-scale, multi-year, global/regional initiatives identified by various Global and NorAm leadership teams. Currently, this role is working on the SAP S/4 HANA integration project. This role is commonly referred to as a P2P Business Process Owner (BPO).
This remote position requires the candidate to maintain a home office. Work schedule primarily Monday through Friday (8:30 AM – 5:00 PM EST) some work/project may cross multiple time zones along with limited regional and international travel requirements.
What You'll DoKey responsibilities include:
Identify, analyze and implement end-to-end P2P processes improvements to find opportunities or enhance automation, standardization, simplification and efficiency gains within the finance support functionCollaborate closely with P2P Domain Lead along with cross-functional teams to gather requirements, design solutions, and implement changes effectively. Also to develop, plan, and implement global/regional improvement strategies and roadmapsGather and interpret data using reporting tools that support KPIs, identify trends, root causes, and improvement areasDevelop high-quality business cases for process improvement/automation opportunities, supporting prioritization and collaborator engagementLead or participate in improvement projects from initiation to completion, delivering measurable results in straight-through processing (STP), reduced manual intervention, cost reduction, and enhanced qualityWork closely with Project Manager(s) to develop/maintain project plans, various logs: assumptions, risks, issues, action items along with communication and change management strategiesFacilitate workshops and assist with training sessions to increase process awareness, knowledge, and improvement of the overall business culture within the P2P communitySupervise ongoing performance of improvement projects, reporting regularly on outcomes, impacts, and lessons learned What We OfferCompensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:
Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs401(k) Plan with Matching ContributionsPaid Time Off and Company HolidaysCareer Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement
More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.
What You BringKey qualifications include:
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience5+ years working in Finance / Accounts Payable / Procurement / Procure to PayHands-on experience in process improvement, change management, or operational excellence projectsShown experience of P2P/AP processes, SAP (FICO) or comparable ERP systems, and e-Procurement systemsStrong Process Mapping and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) documentation skillsExcellent communication, interpersonal skills and problem-solving skillsStrong understanding of finance processes, best practices and standardizationStrong project management skills, including planning, execution, and monitoring Who We AreAt Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the quality of life for those we serve and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide a truly memorable experience for both customers and employees alike. We do this by providing food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide.
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Qualifications & RequirementsMinimum Education Requirement - Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience
Minimum Management Experience - 5 years
Minimum Functional Experience - 3 years