Manager, Center of Excellence (CoE), Purchase to Pay (m/f/d)

Manager, Center of Excellence (CoE), Purchase to Pay (m/f/d)

Purpose

In this role, you will support the Leader Accounts Payable within the Finance & Accounting Center of Excellence (CoE) and contribute to driving key initiatives in the Purchase to Pay (PTP) area across the EMENA region.

Main Responsibilities

• Definition of business and technical requirements for process optimizations and automation initiatives in the Accounts Payable (PTP) area
• Implementing and supporting Vendor Invoice Management (VIM) solutions such as xFlow and/or OpenText for SAP
• Coordinating and managing the PTP activities of the external Shared Service Center for the LIXIL EMENA region
• Proactively identifying functional and process‑related issues, harmonization potential, and developing supporting documentation and work instructions for the PTP area, especially for the BPO provider
• Implementing new processes and optimizing existing processes and solutions within PTP
• Preparing and analyzing monthly performance evaluations for the respective country organizations
• Working independently while collaborating closely with the central CoE team in Germany across the EMENA region
• This role requires a strong process mindset, the ability to work independently, and a collaborative approach to driving improvements across a regional scope.

Job Requirements

• Apprenticeship or a bachelor’s degree in economics with a focus on finance and accounting
• At least 3 years of professional experience in a comparable position within the PTP environment (e.g., SSC, Finance Operations, process consulting)
• Willingness and ability to delve deeply into technical topics
• Solid professional experience in the PTP field—ideally within the Center of Excellence of a shared services environment
• Strong communication skills, ability to work in a team, and a structured, self‑directed work style
• Passion for innovation and strong technical understanding of digital tools
• Knowledge of SAP (MM/FI) and common PTP platforms (e.g., ARIBA)
• Excellent written and spoken German and English; additional languages are a plus
• Enjoyment of working in a highly international environment

What We Offer

• Attractive and market‑competitive non‑tariff compensation
• Flexible working time model
• Individual development through our internal training and development programs
• Professional onboarding for a successful start
• Access to a wide range of employee benefits, such as discounts on travel, fashion, media, mobile contracts, and more
• A strong commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: equal opportunities for all, with individual support
• A highly motivated, appreciative national and international team that inspires you and supports your growth