Global Process Owner

• Act as the global SAP MM template owner of the Demand to Pay (D2P) process
• Drive the standardization and harmonization of SAP D2P processes across all companies and regions
• Maximize the utilization of standard SAP functionality
• Maximize usability and automation
• Collaborate conceptually on the global S/4HANA implementation project, focusing on operational sourcing, support strategic sourcing and purchasing processes
• Provide expert consulting to the business on process improvements
• Manage all purchasing requirements by prioritizing the backlog within the Solution Team
• Collaborate with Divisional Procurement Steering regarding strategic priorities and the implementation of the corporate and divisional standards
• Drive harmonization of processes and IT systems under the S/4HANA template framework
• Ensure compliance with template specifications (especially procurement template) during future S/4HANA rollouts
• Continuously improvement the procurement template
• Collaborate with IT and external providers to design and implement systems and tools that support the D2P process
• Act as the primary stakeholder for D2P-related technology initiatives, including ERP systems and automation tools
• Lead change management initiatives to ensure successful adoption of new processes and systems
• Provide training and support to stakeholders to foster a culture of continuous improvement
• Single point of truth of procurement template to ensures optimal support of procurement processes throughout the entire lifecycle by interacting with the local process owners and procurement departments
• Partner with IT, finance, and other relevant departments to ensure process integration and effectiveness
• Develop training materials and comprehensive documentation of the standard way to use the system for each process step (user guides)
• Organize and deliver international workshops and training sessions
• Train and coach key users (train the trainer concept) on process execution and standard system usage
• Manages users in the context of work package involvement, testing, data validation, training, and go-live activities
• Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure process effectiveness and identify areas for improvement
• Generate regular reports and insights for senior leadership

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Finance, or a related field
• Proven experience in a similar role, managing global processes in procurement, finance, or supply chain
• Strong background in Demand to Pay processes, including technology implementation
• Excellent project management and leadership skills
• Proficiency in SAP MM and other procurement tools
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to work with global, cross-functional teams
• Training and moderation skills
• Solid understanding of purchasing processes, KPIs, methods and best practices
• Basic understanding of process management
• Good understanding of SAP MM concepts and IT systems and data structures in general
• Fluency in German and English
• additional languages are an advantage

additional languages are an advantage