Overview
P2P and Data Business Analyst (6 months FTC) at Ocado Retail. Contract type: Fixed Term Contract (6 months). Location: Hatfield (hybrid working – 3 days in the office). Working hours per week: 40. Level: Senior. Application closing date: 18 September 2025.
About Us
Our mission is to deliver joy in every shop, through unbeatable choice, unrivaled service, and reassuringly good value. We are Ocado Retail, a market-leading joint venture between Ocado Group and M&S and the world’s largest dedicated online supermarket. We’re the brains behind Zoom by Ocado, our same-day grocery delivery service.
About The Team And The Role
Reporting to the Financial Controller, Finance Transformation, this role is a core member of the Finance Transformation team supporting Ocado Retail’s Finance change programme with a focus on delivering excellence through the P2P Project. The P2P project aims to strengthen cash management and tighten controls through fit-for-purpose system architecture, improved process efficiency and increased data integrity – ensuring that ORL achieves the industry standard and is operating on a platform for the future.
What You’ll Do
The P2P Business Analyst is responsible for analysing and optimising the Procure to Pay P2P and relevant Supply Chain processes within Oracle Cloud applications, centred around Oracle Fusion. This involves collaborating with stakeholders, capturing and evaluating existing processes and business needs, and translating them into business process and system requirements. You will ensure the configuration of Oracle Cloud modules meets business requirements and that there is seamless integration with existing systems. You will also support the implementation and maintenance of Oracle Cloud solutions, including documenting processes and providing training.
Project Delivery
* Take ownership for delivering successful outcomes on P2P process improvement and data initiatives that roll up into the wider P2P workstream and Finance Transformation Programme.
* Collaborate with key stakeholders (Transformation team, Accounts Payable, Finance Systems, IT, Controls, etc.) to understand complexities and deliver solutions that meet objectives.
* The Finance Transformation programme has in-flight deliverables with a deadline for all deliverables in place by 31 March 2026.
Process Analysis and Optimization
* Analyse current P2P and applicable Supply Chain processes, identify bottlenecks, and propose improvements using Oracle Cloud solutions.
* Gather requirements from business users and document them for implementation.
* Lead requirements for the implementation of a Supplier Portal, new product master data management system and cost price management system.
* Document processes, create training materials, and provide user support.
Finance point of contact for IT-led P2P transformation programmes
* Act as the Finance point of contact for IT-led transformation programmes impacting P2P, including the implementation of a new product master data management system and cost price management system.
* Coordinate with a separate Supply Chain-focused Business Analyst to ensure alignment and full end-to-end P2P coverage.
Configuration, Implementation, Integration and Testing
* Work with the Finance Systems team to configure Oracle Cloud modules (Procurement, Accounts Payable, Supply Chain Planning) to meet business requirements.
* Support the successful delivery of the Supplier Portal implementation (Oracle solution).
Provide Expertise and Recommendations
* Identify areas for improvement in P2P and related Supply Chain processes and recommend solutions to drive Ocado Retail toward industry standards.
Who You Are
Essential
* Strong knowledge of Oracle Cloud Fusion modules, particularly Procurement, Accounts Payable, and Supply Chain Planning.
* Deep understanding of end-to-end P2P and Supply Chain processes, including requisitioning, procurement, invoice processing and inventory management.
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify business needs and propose solutions.
* Experience in configuring and customizing Oracle Cloud applications to meet specific business requirements.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills for documenting processes and engaging stakeholders.
* Familiarity with project management methodologies (Waterfall, Agile) and experience working on projects.
* Experience of Finance Process, Supply Chain Management and Procurement.
* Demonstrable experience in Business Analysis and in Finance or with Supply Chain and Finance Teams.
* Proven experience using Excel and process mapping tools to a high level.
* Proactive, self-motivated, and capable of delivering under tight timelines with high visibility to senior leaders.
* Strong communication skills and ability to work with a variety of stakeholders across Finance.
* Ability to simplify complexity and translate problems into clear solutions.
* Hands-on approach to problem solving and comfortable working with systems to deliver results independently.
* Comfortable in a medium to large, fast-paced, complex, customer-focused environment.
* Proven track record of influencing change within an organization.
Desirable
* Qualified or partially-qualified accountant.
* Experience in organisations with best-practice P2P processes.
What’s In It For You
Experience life at the world’s largest online retailer, work with a dynamic team, and grow your skills in online retail. Benefits include private medical insurance, digital GP, pension contributions, Ocado and M&S discounts, and hybrid working arrangements, among others.
Our Hiring Process
We value thoughtful applications and treat all applicants with respect and fairness. If your application stands out, a Talent Partner will guide you through the process in an initial call.
Equal Opportunities
We’re an equal opportunities employer. If you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please notify us on the application form.
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