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This Position reports to:
Head of Procurement ProcessExcellence&DS
The primary role of the P2P Process Specialist is to provide support in overseeing the vendor management sub-process across the Robotics division and in designing its future features. This role involves driving overall governance, leading and supporting the implementation and monitoring of related projects/initiatives, and coordinating the Robotics vendor management sub-process performance in alignment with the Robotics P2P steering committee, Global Process Owners (GPOs), and Finance Accounting Operations (FAO).
The role will act as a liaison between various stakeholders within the Robotics business: procurement, finance, legal & integrity, information systems and others, and will support Robotics in its transition to a standard, compliant and automated P2P Process.
This role sits within ABB’s Robotics business, a leading global robotics company. We’re entering an exciting new chapter as we’ve announced the plan for SoftBank Group to acquire ABB Robotics. SoftBank is a globally recognized technology group and investor/operator focused on AI, robotics, and next-generation computing. By joining us now, you’ll be part of a pioneering team shaping the future of robotics—working alongside world-class experts in a fast-moving, innovation-driven environment.
Responsibilities
- Support to oversee and optimize the vendor management sub-process, integrating risk management and license to operate requirements
- Develop and maintain vendor management related policies and procedures
- Represent Robotics vendor management and collaborate with the P2P GPO organization, FAO and other functions to address vendor management topics
- Analyze process data and identify opportunities for process improvement, cost savings, and enhanced efficiency
- Build the Robotics vendor management internal network consisting of stakeholders in procurement, finance and other functions
- Monitor key vendor management process performance and compliance indicators (KPIs) and metrics, report on findings to management, and follow-up with stakeholders to achieve targets.
- Act as a change agent within business by defining and delivering change management initiatives across the company and by being a personal role model of the expected behaviors.
Stay up-to-date with changes in vendor management-related regulations, industry standards, and best practices, and ensure the company's processes are adjusted accordingly.
Your background
- Minimum 5 years of experience in procurement, accounts payable or P2P compliance role
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in finance, business administration, accounting or a related field
- In-depth knowledge of the P2P processes, specifically vendor management (qualification, onboarding, vendor master data maintenance, vendor performance evaluations)
- Proficient in using SAP ERP system and data analysis tools
- Knowledge of Lean Six Sigma: Green Belt or Black Belt certified or strong data analytics skills and solid track record of delivered results
- Knowledge of finance shared services operations
- Ability to work independently in a fast-moving environment
- Solid project management skills: can lead projects/initiatives independently and execute to expected budget and deliverables
- Good at networking (finding the right people in the organization)
- Influencing skills: create appetite for simplifications and willingness to change
- Communication skills: present and report activities in a clear and effective way, sensitive to communication steps related to all levels of stakeholders
- Problem solving skills, systematic approach to a problem, root cause analysis, understanding consequences in a systemic manner
- Preferred: certification in procurement, finance or compliance
What’s in it for you?
At ABB Robotics, you’ll be part of a global leader in automation and innovation. We offer a dynamic and inclusive environment where your ideas and leadership make a real impact. You’ll work with cutting-edge technologies, visionary teams, and have the opportunity to shape the future of robotics on a global scale.
We empower you to take the lead, share bold ideas, and shape real outcomes. You’ll grow through hands-on experience, mentorship, and learning that fits your goals. Here, your work doesn’t just matter, it moves things forward.
Our benefits? Competitive, comprehensive, and crafted with you in mind.
Welcome with your application! Last day to apply is November the 23.
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