At Veolia Water Technologies & Solutions (VWTS), we are committed to ecological transformation on a global scale. As a worldwide leader in water recovery, treatment, and reuse, we serve over 50,000 customers and treat more than 11 million cubic meters of water daily. Our mission is to be the benchmark company for ecological transformation across the world.
We are seeking a Global Ariba Specialist to join our dynamic Technology and Systems department. In this pivotal role, you will drive strategic initiatives across the Global Procurement Function, leveraging industry best practices, analysing metrics, and implementing best practices across Ariba and cross-functional ERP implementation, digitization, data integrity, and change management.
Key Characteristics:
* Problem Solving: Expertise in solving complex problems and transforming business performance through Lean and Six Sigma techniques, bringing order and structure to functions and organizations quickly.
* Global Acumen: Ability to effectively drive outcomes in large, matrixed organizations, navigating geographies, cultures, and relationships with professionalism, integrity, and a willingness to do the right thing.
* Change Management: A successful change agent with the ability to make the case for lean, demonstrate immediate impact, and drive cultural change within the business.
Responsibilities:
* Develop and implement a Digital Excellence Framework for the Procurement function, enabling wing-to-wing systems optimization and transformation.
* Implement automation (RPA) and digital tools for improved productivity, better visibility, and resource optimization.
* Collaborate to develop standard processes for Procure-to-Pay, Center of Excellence concept, RFP/RFQ, supplier change management, and more.
* Deliver on KPIs for process excellence and digitization, improving transparency, reducing transaction costs, and enhancing compliance.
* Drive change management for Digital excellence by engaging internal and external stakeholders.
* Lead cross-functional collaboration to evaluate vendor master data and drive change in processes, policies, and systems to limit errors.
Qualifications:
* Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or a related field.
* Experience in Procurement, Supply Chain, Process Excellence, Quality Management, or an equivalent role, with knowledge of Digital excellence and continuous improvement initiatives.
* Expertise in Org Wise ERP Deployment in Large Organizations.
* Subject Matter Expertise in systems like S2C, P2P, and other deliverables in the Procurement landscape.
* IT Project Management skillsets and working knowledge of Google, Nintex, Project Tools, etc.
* Experience as a lean leader with demonstrated ability in organizational transformation.
* Preferred: Black Belt or Master Black Belt certification in Business Process Excellence and CI.
At VWTS, we champion diversity and inclusion at every level and are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We offer challenging and meaningful careers, competitive benefits, and flexible work arrangements. Join us and be part of our mission to drive ecological transformation worldwide.
Apply now and unleash your potential as a Global Ariba Specialist at VWTS!