Accounts Payable Strategic Excellence Manager US

Job Description Summary

The Strategic Excellence Manager is responsible for designing, coordinating, and improving the internal operations within the organization (P2P end to end process). This individual oversees the development of strategic programs across various departments to enhance performance metrics of the organization (from vendor creation to invoicing process).

Job Description

Sandoz continues to go through an exciting and transformative period as a global leader and pioneering provider of sustainable biosimilar and generic medicines. As we move forward on this new and ambitious path, unique opportunities will arise, both professionally and personally. Join us—the future is in our hands

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Leadership between GCC MX & In country Org US FRA (board of directors).

• Act as SPOC for FRA Head and FRA Team. 

• Manage the execution of regional/global strategies for P2P.

• Highly accountability in In-country projects (Design, implement, and oversee strategic improvement programs across the organization).

• Provide "End to End" process knowledge and challenge upstream and downstream as needed to face the internal and external challenges.

• Oversight and highly accountability regarding M&A and divesture providing a 360 view of the P2P process.

• Focus on Risk Reduction and Compliance.

• Be the point of contact for project improvements (IT, P&O, R2R, Tax requirements,etc).

• Provide Support on Month End and Year End activities.

• Provide complex analysis, Root – cause analysis and provide expert advice within P2P team.

• Prepare ad-hoc deep dive analysis and high-quality financial information.

• Point of contact with support teams (Procurement, TPRM, T&E, etc).

• Monitor performance by gathering relevant data and producing statistical reports.

• Collaborate and communicate with other colleagues in the execution of company-wide programs targeting efficiency improvement.

• Main point of contact with Auditors.

Qualifications:

• A degree in Business Administration, Management, or relevant field, MBA desirable.

• Proven work experience as Operational Excellence Manager or similar role.

• Excellent knowledge in Procure to Pay and any different financial management processes (e.g., Lean Six Sigma) Strong Knowledge in Accounts Payable.

• 10-12 years of financial experience, with in-depth functional expertise. Previous experience in developing and implementing operational efficiency strategies.

• Strategic Thinking: Ability to make strategic business decisions and develop procedures that affect the company's financial health.

• Problem-Solving Skills: Capable of identifying and resolving complex financial issues and leading other employees towards a solution.

• Project Management Skills: Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, keeping track of deadlines and delivering results on time.

• Excellent leadership and communication abilities. SEM Must be able to clearly explain and discuss financial details to non-finance minded colleagues or stakeholders

• Detail-Oriented: handle large amounts of data and must identify significant trends or issues from that data.

• Customer service oriented and well knowledge regarding the business.

• Spanish and English advanced is a must (spoken-written). Third language is a plus (Portuguese preferred)

Why Sandoz?

Generic and biosimilar medicines are the backbone of the global pharmaceutical industry. Sandoz, a leader in this sector, provided more than 900 million treatments to patients in over 100 countries in 2024. And while we are proud of this achievement, we aspire to do even more Through investments in new development capabilities, production facilities, acquisitions, and partnerships, we have the opportunity to shape the future of Sandoz and help more patients access high-quality, affordable medicines in a sustainable way.

Our drive is fueled by an open and collaborative culture powered by our talented and ambitious colleagues, who, in return for applying their skills, experience an agile and collegial environment with impactful, flexible, and hybrid careers—where diversity is welcomed and personal growth is supported. Join us

Commitment To Diversity And Inclusion

We are committed to creating an exceptional and inclusive work environment and diverse teams that represent the patients and communities we serve.

Skills Desired

Ability To Influence Key Stakeholders, Building Effective Teams, Critical Thinking, Effective Communications, Financial Accounting, Financial And Management Reporting, People Development, Process Optimization, Resource Allocation, Understanding Value Drivers

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