Procure to Pay (P2P) Specialist # 26-27341

We are seeking an experienced Supplier Onboarding / Accounts Payable professional to manage supplier onboarding, vendor master data maintenance, and procure-to-pay (P2P) operations. The candidate will coordinate with suppliers and internal stakeholders to ensure accurate, timely, and compliant supplier setup and maintenance. The role also involves resolving supplier inquiries related to onboarding, invoicing, and payments; supporting third-party risk management; conducting supplier data audits; and driving process improvements through data analysis, automation, and standardization., * Manage supplier onboarding and maintenance activities, ensuring accurate and complete supplier information and supporting documentation.

• Respond to and resolve inquiries from suppliers and internal stakeholders regarding supplier onboarding, invoices, and payments.
• Communicate onboarding progress, outstanding requirements, and process updates to ensure timely resolution.
• Review active supplier records to identify duplicate suppliers and ensure vendor master data and documentation remain accurate and up to date.
• Support third-party risk management and Know Your Supplier (KYS) processes in coordination with legal, risk, and other internal teams.
• Collaborate with internal audit teams to identify, investigate, and address potential fraud, compliance issues, and policy violations.
• Analyze supplier-related data and develop reports to identify process inefficiencies, compliance gaps, and operational risks.
• Identify opportunities to standardize supplier onboarding and maintenance processes and reduce manual efforts through automation.
• Manage process improvement initiatives, system enhancements, and system replacement projects, including requirements gathering, testing, and implementation support.
• Conduct root cause analysis to resolve recurring operational issues and recommend corrective actions.
• Develop and monitor key performance metrics to improve supplier management and Accounts Payable operations.
• Document and communicate AP policies, procedures, and process changes to internal and external stakeholders.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including HR, sourcing, procurement, legal, and other business functions, to improve the overall supplier experience.

Procure to Pay/Purchase to Pay (P2P), Data Analysis, Time Management, Onboarding, Automation, Vendor/Supplier Management, Risk Management, Accounts Payable, Process Improvement, Billing, This is a 100% remote position open to candidates located in the US East Coast or Central US who can work US business hours. The ideal candidate should be proactive, detail-oriented, and capable of managing responsibilities independently with minimal supervision., * Minimum of 3 years of experience in Accounts Payable, supplier management, vendor onboarding, procurement operations, or related business operations.

• Hands-on experience with supplier onboarding, vendor master data maintenance, and supplier documentation validation.
• Experience handling supplier inquiries related to onboarding, invoicing, payments, and process status.
• Exposure to compliance controls, supplier audits, duplicate vendor detection, or third-party risk management.
• Experience in reporting, data analysis, root cause analysis, and process improvement initiatives.
• Prior involvement in project management, system enhancements, process standardization, or automation initiatives is preferred.
• Experience working with global stakeholders and cross-functional teams is an advantage.
• Must be comfortable working independently with minimal supervision and during US business hours.

Skillsets:

• Strong understanding of Accounts Payable, supplier onboarding, vendor management, and procure-to-pay (P2P) processes.
• Knowledge of supplier master data management, documentation controls, audit procedures, and compliance requirements.
• Understanding of third-party risk management and Know Your Supplier (KYS) processes is preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook; strong Excel-based reporting and data analysis skills are particularly important.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with suppliers and internal stakeholders across different regions and cultures.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and root cause analysis capabilities.
• Demonstrated ability to identify process inefficiencies and recommend improvements through automation and standardization.
• Project coordination and change management skills, including requirements gathering, system testing, and implementation support.
• Excellent organizational, time management, prioritization, and multitasking skills.
• Self-motivated, proactive, detail-oriented, and adaptable to changing business priorities.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, or a CPP designation, as specified in the job requirements.
• Relevant professional certifications or additional training in Accounts Payable, procurement, supplier management, or finance operations are preferred.