About this role
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