Procure to Pay Manager 100%

Stimulating. Motivating. Challenging.

Stimulating. Motivating. Challenging.

The Kudelski Group is: a world leader in digital security. Its technologies are used in a wide range of services and applications requiring access control and rights management to secure the revenues of content owners and service providers for digital television. The Group also offers cyber security solutions and services focused on helping companies assess risks and vulnerabilities and protect their data and systems. And finally it is a technology leader in the area of access control and management of people or vehicles to sites and events.

As Procure to Pay Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the end-to-end procure to pay process, from purchase requisitions to payments, ensuring accurate and timely payments to suppliers. The ideal candidate will be fluent in both French and English, possess strong analytical skills, and have a deep understanding of processes and best practices. This role requires the ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment, as well as the flexibility to manage multiple tasks simultaneously. The Procure to Pay team, consisting of approximately 20 collaborators, is split between our sites in Cheseaux-sur-Lausanne (Switzerland) and Bangalore (India).

• Manage the purchase order process, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with company policies and procedures, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to streamline processes and improve efficiency.
• Lead the RFP/RFQ process for software license purchasing agreements with preferred suppliers, ensuring alignment with organizational needs and cost-effectiveness over multiple years. Collaborate closely with R&D teams to understand and meet their specific requirements.
• Provide quarterly reporting on license and support agreements linked to key license suppliers, ensuring transparency and accountability.
• Lead the accounts payable activities, including invoice processing, payment processing, and reconciliation of payments and accounts.
• Actively participate to monthly closings, close subledgers of multiple entities and provide reconciliations to GL accounting.
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of financial transactions, complying with company policies and procedures.
• Maintain and develop processes and features in Dynamics 365, recommending implementation of improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Conduct regular analysis of supplier’s data to identify potential cost-savings and ensure quality in processing.
• Prepare and present reports and KPI on P2P activities to senior management.
• Supervise and mentor a team of professionals, providing guidance, support and performance feedback.

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or equivalent, Procurement or related field
• 5+ years of experience in relevant role, with a proven track record of success
• Fluent in both French and English
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• Negotiation skills and the ability to build and maintain effective relationships with suppliers.
• Advanced mastery over ERP and other financial systems, with a particular aptitude for Excel. Familiarity with Microsoft Dynamics 365 is an advantage.
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Reference: 14580
Publication Date: 02-04-2024

Stimulating. Motivating. Challenging.

Stimulating. Motivating. Challenging.

The Kudelski Group is: a world leader in digital security. Its technologies are used in a wide range of services and applications requiring access control and rights management to secure the revenues of content owners and service providers for digital television. The Group also offers cyber security solutions and services focused on helping companies assess risks and vulnerabilities and protect their data and systems. And finally it is a technology leader in the area of access control and management of people or vehicles to sites and events.

As Procure to Pay Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the end-to-end procure to pay process, from purchase requisitions to payments, ensuring accurate and timely payments to suppliers. The ideal candidate will be fluent in both French and English, possess strong analytical skills, and have a deep understanding of processes and best practices. This role requires the ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment, as well as the flexibility to manage multiple tasks simultaneously. The Procure to Pay team, consisting of approximately 20 collaborators, is split between our sites in Cheseaux-sur-Lausanne (Switzerland) and Bangalore (India).

• Manage the purchase order process, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with company policies and procedures, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to streamline processes and improve efficiency.
• Lead the RFP/RFQ process for software license purchasing agreements with preferred suppliers, ensuring alignment with organizational needs and cost-effectiveness over multiple years. Collaborate closely with R&D teams to understand and meet their specific requirements.
• Provide quarterly reporting on license and support agreements linked to key license suppliers, ensuring transparency and accountability.
• Lead the accounts payable activities, including invoice processing, payment processing, and reconciliation of payments and accounts.
• Actively participate to monthly closings, close subledgers of multiple entities and provide reconciliations to GL accounting.
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of financial transactions, complying with company policies and procedures.
• Maintain and develop processes and features in Dynamics 365, recommending implementation of improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Conduct regular analysis of supplier’s data to identify potential cost-savings and ensure quality in processing.
• Prepare and present reports and KPI on P2P activities to senior management.
• Supervise and mentor a team of professionals, providing guidance, support and performance feedback.

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or equivalent, Procurement or related field
• 5+ years of experience in relevant role, with a proven track record of success
• Fluent in both French and English
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• Negotiation skills and the ability to build and maintain effective relationships with suppliers.
• Advanced mastery over ERP and other financial systems, with a particular aptitude for Excel. Familiarity with Microsoft Dynamics 365 is an advantage.
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Reference: 14580
Publication Date: 02-04-2024