Sr. Mgr, Procurement

Requirements

Description & Requirements

WestRock (NYSE :WRK) is a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging solutions. We are materials scientists, packaging designers, mechanical engineers and manufacturing experts with a shared purpose: Innovate Boldly. Package Sustainably. Guided by our values of integrity, respect, accountability and excellence, we use leading science and technology to more fiber-based packaging forward.

WestRock (NYSE :WRK) is a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging solutions. We are materials scientists, packaging designers, mechanical engineers, and manufacturing experts with a shared purpose: Innovate Boldly. Package Sustainably. Guided by our integrity, respect, accountability, and excellence values, we use leading science and technology to move fiber-based packaging forward. WestRock’s 50,000 team members support customers worldwide from more than 320 operating and business locations spanning North America, South America, Europe, Asia, and Australia. Learn more at www.westrock.com .

The Opportunity

Lead the transformation and ongoing operation of the company’s Purchase-to-Pay (P2P) processes. Consolidate and standardize the enabling processes, technologies, and teams under a single, global P2P process that enhances the performance and value delivered. P2P includes all global activities including tactical/local sourcing, requisitioning, approving, purchasing, delivery, receipt, and supplier payment. This leader will play a pivotal role in driving a process transformation and be accountable for delivering an efficient and effective process across the enterprise.

Manage P2P Transformation

How you will impact WestRock:

• Execute the strategy for P2P consolidation and standardization from a people, process, and technology perspective
• Develop business cases and execution methodology for insourcing or outsourcing P2P processes
• Ensure internal organization(s) and/or outsourced relationships deliver against Procurement’s and Finance's strategic objectives
• Lead and manage the development and optimization of P2P processes
• Partner with cross-functional leadership to implement the strategic vision, technology decisions and transformational roadmap for P2P to include companywide eProcurement tool implementation.
  
  

Own The P2P Delivery

• Establish performance metrics to define, measure, track, and communicate key P2P performance indicators (KPIs)
• Ensure all Purchasing and Payables standards and compliance requirements are met
• Work with strategic functional leaders on a global P2P service delivery model
• Interact directly with other Finance process owners to resolve issues, ensure accurate financials, meet business needs, etc.
• Ensure agreed-upon Service Levels are met or exceeded across all P2P activities
• Monitor compliance with Procurement and Finance policies and procedures
• Ensure integrity of data, and conformance to company policies and external regulations including statutory requirements
• Investigate audit findings; implement corrective action and monitor compliance with agreed-upon recommendations
• Establish, socialize, and manage approval limits with functional leadership
  
  

Manage P2P Systems And Process Controls

• Help Leverage business and financial data and systems to ensure the quality (accuracy and completeness) of transactions
• Coordinate the development, implementation, and ongoing alignment of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to ensure accuracy and timely reporting
• Conduct training sessions on company processes, systems, and tools
• Identify and implement remediation of any identified control gaps
  
  

Drive Continuous Improvement For The End-to-end P2P Process

• Identify, document, and communicate business improvement recommendations that accurately portray business risks and opportunities for improving P2P business processes and controls
• Develop and manage guidelines and policies for P2P operations
• Investigate the uses of RPA, Blockchain, AI/machine learning, and other technologies that will support the automation of P2P processes
• Facilitate the implementation and sharing of leading practices across P2P resource teams
  
  

What You Need To Succeed

• Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance/business or related field required; Master's degree preferred
• CPSM or other certification desirable
• 10 years of professional experience with background in process improvement, Purchase-to-Pay business processes, Procurement and Payables Operations, Program Management, Change Management, and/or ERP implementation and governance
• Experience managing P2P processes or other core procurement, finance, accounting, or planning processes, within a complex, high volume manufacturing environment
• Appreciation of US GAAP, IFRS, and regulatory requirements
• Understanding of predictive analytics, insights, and related tools and technology
• Familiarity with Lean/Six Sigma concepts to support process continuous improvement
• Proficiency with various data reporting tools
• Experience working in an international organization.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze information and identify trends
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively and establish rapport across the organization
• Ability to easily build rapport with stakeholders and resolve potential conflicts.
• Strong leadership skills and ability to influence others
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organizational skills: ability to prioritize, maintain attention to detail and recognize time constraints
  
  

What We Offer

• Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability and excellence
• Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities
• An attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies and potential
• A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work.
  
  

WestRock Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating and maintaining a diverse workforce: Minorities/Females/ Disabled/Veterans.

WestRock is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to create and maintain a diverse workforce where everyone feels valued, respected, and included. WestRock does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.