As the world and the way people live is changing, we at Bekaert believe it’s our responsibility to contribute to finding new solutions for the future. With a 140+ year old heritage of excellence, innovation, and a future-focused mindset, we strive to create value for our customers and society. We aim to do this through innovative solutions and sustainable practices. We are committed to pushing the boundaries of steel wire transformation and coatings whilst also leveraging our expertise to develop innovative solutions with new materials and services in a safe, smart, and sustainable way. Our focus extends to markets such as new mobility, low-carbon construction, and green energy.
As a dynamic and growing company with over 19 000 employees worldwide, 75 nationalities, a retention rate above 90% and € 3,7 billion in combined revenue in 2025, we are looking for someone like you to join our team as we continue to shape a safer, more efficient, and connected world!
The person in this role is responsible for managing the Source to Pay process from end-to-end which includes implementation, maintenance and improvement of the process as well as Business Partnering.
Key Decision rights
- Sets the vision and strategy
- Objectives, targets and KPIs for measuring the performance of the functional process
- Design and implementation of process standardization and harmonization
- Approval of changes to global processes
- Prioritization of initiatives for transforming global processes
This role works closely with the relevant adjacent functions to ensure appropriate process designs, including the correct business/function requirements and identify non standardized areas to enforce harmonization.
The holder is accountable for the documentation of all sub-processes, adequate training solutions, ensure regular revision, validate any deviation and synchronize process improvement plans with other process owners within the value chain and other interfacing functions.
The GPO is supported by Process experts and Process/Data Analysts to enable the vision of the GPO.
- Stakeholder Management
- Identify key stakeholders,
- Ensure the communication channels and related governance framework between Business Unit, functions and GBS are clearly understood and followed by all parties,
- Ensure with function representatives that the Service Level Agreement (SLA) deliverables are defined and understood by key stakeholders
- Participate in pre-defined forum / Process councils to discuss performance & issues with all parties,
- Ensure strong liaison between the GBS, Business and functions to ensure issues are addressed in a timely manner.
- Process Excellence
- Work with stakeholders to develop a process map of how processes feed into each other and what inputs or outputs are involved,
- Create and maintain process documentation (Standard Operating Procedures) allowing anybody to manage, troubleshoot and complete the process without asking GPO guidance,
- Identify non standardized areas, force standardization and validate any deviation or exception towards the standard process,
- Identify synergies and efficiencies amongst relevant functions within the organization,
- Support the function representatives and SSC teams to ensure all process deliverables are met on time and consistently in coordination with other functional areas e.g., BUs and Centers of Expertise (Procurement, tax...),
- Define, monitor and report the process performance against metrics and KPIs which are aligned with relevant functions,
- Support the function representatives and SSC teams in defining actions and measurement to improve the performance and reach the targets,
- Define and drive the implementation of system changes or new system implementations (SAP, automation…) that affect the process in compliance with Corporate Guidelines and in coordination with functions such as IT, Finance, Procurement, Sales and HR,
- Define and drive the implementation of the process standardization and improvements actions in compliance with Corporate Guidelines and in coordination with functions such as IT, Finance, Procurement, Sales and HR,
- Be the innovation ambassador connected to newest technologies in connecting networks where last tools and solutions are promoted,
- Drive a continuous improvement culture within GBS and the concerned functions.
- Control and Compliance
- Ensure adherence of all Company policies & directives,
- Ensure an adequate control environment exists to fully meet the Corporate/Group requirements in relation to deliverables,
- Support activities for the internal and external audits in close collaboration with the Group internal Audit and Risk Management team, Financial Controllers and concerned functions,
- Support enquiries and audits from tax authorities, working closely with Financial Controllers, local BU representatives and Group Tax,
- Others
- Be the point of contact and provide expertise relating to global projects such as M&A with integration support e.g. apply group policies to new acquisitions in BU and initiatives impacting the process.
- In this role, you will be part of the Procurement leadership team.
- University degree,
- Experience in working with global and multicultural teams,
- 5+ years post qualification experience, with a strong understanding of the End-to-End concept and relevant process,
- Strong Systems, Data, and IT technical skills. Experience within SAP environment and automation / digitalization is a requirement
- Experience in leading change processes and identifying key risks and controls,
- Strong process excellence, continuous improvement and customer service mindset,
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills for interaction with senior management, BU leadership team, COE, GBS & Group teams and auditors,
- Open mind with ability to constantly challenge the statu quo,
- Ability to work well with deadlines and effectively handle multiple and concurrent demands,
- Fluent in English and preferably additional language.
We're looking for individuals who are not afraid to take risks and explore new ideas. If you are passionate about personal growth and bringing your authentic self to work, we want you on our team!
At Bekaert, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive work environment. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
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