Procure to Pay Senior Manager Americas

Key Responsibilities

People Management

• Oversee multiple functions in IGS that services multiple stakeholders.
• Lead teams in line with Ingredion’s Vision and to meet or exceed goals and objectives
• Drive employee engagement and implement relevant programs
• Ensure that teams are continuously developing capabilities in skills to focus on continuous improvement within the P2P value stream
• Ensure Individual Development plans are in place for the team members to progress in their career aspirations – Ensure that team members are regularly maintaining required capabilities/skills required for the roles
• Hire, Train and Direct Team members – Conduct required performance management
• Support Safety requirements and initiatives
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence

IGS P2P process leadership

• Lead global transformation efforts to enhance the IGS P2P processes, aligning it with industry best practices, digital transformation strategies, and business needs.
• Drive alignment with Key Business Partners and cross-functional teams to integrate P2P into broader company goals and strategies.
• Oversee the performance of the end-to-end P2P process, including procurement, purchase order management, invoice processing, payment execution and all related controls.
• Standardize and streamline end-to-end P2P processes across all regions, ensuring alignment with compliance and corporate governance.
• Implement innovative process improvements leveraging digital tools to increase efficiency and drive improved process performance.
• Govern and maintain P2P process documentation, including policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Lead the deployment of P2P solution implementation (e.g., Ariba, SAP, Concur, Esker) in conjunction with the COE and ensure seamless integration with other systems.
• Collaborate with IT and external vendors to ensure the continuous improvement and performance of P2P platforms.
• Serve as a point of escalation for critical issues, ensuring timely resolution and stakeholder satisfaction.
• Support and coordinate audit requirements as required
• Ensure a robust compliance environment with applicable policies, procedures and processes including SOX requirements, regular audits and other statutory requirements of the local markets within the P2P area
• Ensure that monthly MORs are conducted with key business partners to manage performance of processes, projects and gain alignment on new initiatives

Finance Management

• Ensure the center remains efficient and operates within budget parameters and productivity targets driving continuous improvement culture supported by the IGS Global PMO Team
• Create and present strategies, budgets, business plans and results to IGS Leadership
• Identify and implement process improvements to capture value and generate savings
• Ensure that business cases are completed for all new Roles and all organizational changes are rationalized

Service Level Agreements & Performance Management

• Evaluate performance of the IGS Center against Service level agreements and KPI Benchmarks, required process and controls compliance with internal and external stakeholders and drives continuous improvement
• Monitor and ensure that productivity measures are benchmarked, and the site meets or exceeds agreed Key Performance Indicators

• Lead data-driven decision-making by analyzing trends, identifying gaps, and proposing solutions.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualification & Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or a related field. MBA or relevant certification (e.g., CPM, CPSM) is a plus.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in procurement, accounts payable, or shared services operations, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of P2P processes, systems, and best practices.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to lead successful P2P process improvements and manage change.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, ARIBA, Esker), and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Fluency in English language (written and spoken)
• Create a talent culture founded on a strong conviction that superior talent delivers superior results; they scout to find the best people, drive performance, coach transparently, and build strong teams globally.
• Challenge the status quo and promote bold thinking to create value in new ways across customers, processes, products, and solutions to stay relevant and competitive in changing markets.

Benefits

• Insurance Benefits
• Retirement Benefits
• Vacation Policy
• Other Perks and Benefits…