About this role
<p><strong>KWS Berlin GmbH</strong> is looking for a <strong>Process Excellence Manager (m/f/d) - O2C </strong>in the Order-to-Cash Department with knowledge of English and/or German.</p> <p> </p> <p> This is a full-time permanent position at our Berlin-based entity.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><strong> Your responsibilities:</strong></p> <p> </p> <ul type="disc"> <li>Own global O2C process design (credit management, billing, collections, etc.), including RACI and control framework; act as design authority for end-to-end O2C processes</li> <li>Lead continuous improvement roadmap using Lean/Six Sigma principles; conduct maturity assessments and evolve the target operating model</li> <li>Ensure compliance with policies, internal controls (ICS), segregation of duties, and audit requirements</li> <li>Drive standardization and change management, including SOPs, training curriculum, and communication</li> <li>Define, harmonize and track process KPIs (DSO, collection cycle, cash allocation SLA, etc.); collaborate with Automation Lead and key users to identify and implement automation opportunities</li> <li>Support the Head of O2C by fostering a culture of continuous improvement across O2C</li> </ul> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Your tasks:</strong></p> <p> </p> <ul type="disc"> <li>Lead and facilitate end-to-end continuous improvement initiatives:</li> <ul type="disc"> <li>Conduct value stream mapping, Kaizen events, and root-cause analysis</li> <li>Identify systemic improvement opportunities across O2C processes</li> <li>Prioritize initiatives based on impact</li> <li>Deliver signed-off improvements with measurable benefits</li> </ul> <li>Manage process change governance (BPM in Signavio), SOPs, and control narratives; oversee periodic reviews and ensure readiness for releases and transformation</li> <li>Partner with PMO of E-invoicing for the implementation of E-invoicing mandates as per changing regulatory needs within the European Union and beyond</li> <li>Partner with O2C Data analytics and leadership to define KPI standards and ensure transparency</li> <li>Assist team lead with internal and external audits related to O2C</li> <li>Support Head of O2C as needed in senior management meetings</li> </ul> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Your profile:</strong></p> <p> </p> <ul> <li>Academic degree in Industrial Engineering, Engineering, Economics, Business Administration or related field</li> <li>Proven experience in O2C/Shared Services/Finance</li> <li>Excellent project management skills paired with strong experience in continuous improvement methodologies (e.g. Lean Six Sigma Black Belt or Green Belt is a plus)</li> <li>Strong knowledge of O2C ERPs (such as SAP/Oracle), control design, and policy frameworks</li> <li>Experience leading cross-functional initiatives and driving process adoption</li> <li>Proficient in tools such as SAP, process mining, data visualization</li> <li>Sound experience with process modelling (BPMN), service management</li> <li>Proficiency with project management tools and techniques </li> <li>Fluent in English (verbal and written). German language skills are an asset</li> </ul> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Your core competencies:</strong></p> <p> </p> <ul type="disc"> <li>Experienced in change and stakeholder management</li> <li>Strong analytical skills, solution oriented and able to work successfully in complex structures; understand end-to-end methodology</li> <li>Strategic thinking, change agility, influencing, decisiveness, continuous improvement, compliance orientation</li> </ul> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Benefits:</strong></p> <p> </p> <ul type="disc"> <li>We are an international team of open-minded people with diverse and cross-functional experience</li> <li>Interesting and challenging tasks and projects</li> <li>As a family business, we are guided by the values of closeness, reliability, vision and independence; this culture is lived in practice and ensures an open and friendly working atmosphere from day one</li> <li>The best of both worlds: KWS Berlin combines the security of a large, stable company with the passion of a start-up</li> <li>Our location in the heart of Berlin-Schöneberg is very modern; directly opposite the underground station Bülowstraße and with secured car & bicycle parking spaces</li> <li>We offer 30d holidays, flexible working hours, holiday and Christmas bonuses, company pension scheme, JobRad and/or Jobticket</li> <li>True to our motto "Make yourself grow", we support the professional and personal development of our employees</li> </ul> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p>Salary range: E11-E13</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p>Interested? Then submit your application via our online application system SuccessFactors! Please click the “Apply” button.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p>If you do not have access to the internal job portal within the KWS Intranet, please contact:</p> <p> </p> <p>Lydia Bellmann</p> <p>[email protected]</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"> </p>