We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented professional to lead purchase order (PO) creation and management for the E&A region. This permanent role is critical to ensuring accurate PO processing, budget tracking, financial reporting, supplier registration, and seamless coordination across E&A Marketing, Finance, Accounts Payable, Procur Helpdesk, Ariba, Procurement, Master Data, and Agency partners. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong analytical skills, a collaborative mindset, and proven experience managing procurement and PO workflows in a fast-paced, multi-market environment.
• Lead end-to-end PO creation and management for E&A markets, ensuring full compliance with regional company policies, procurement guidelines, and internal controls.
• Coordinate and lead communication with PO creators and agencies to manage billing, ensuring accurate invoicing and alignment with PO creators.
• Partner with Accounts Payable (AP) E&A and the Procur Help Desk/Ariba to process invoices and credit memos accurately and on time across all key E&A contacts.
• Oversee expedited invoice payments, including securing approvals and coordinating with Senior AP Analysts.
• Maintain and update supplier lists and PO trackers to ensure data accuracy.
• Prepare and submit timely accrual and prepaid reports to the E&A Finance team.
• Collaborate with E&A Market Finance Managers on regional trade spend tracking, cross-market charge reconciliations, and alignment with local regulatory and reporting requirements.
• Administer new supplier registrations through the Ariba platform and ensure supplier data accuracy.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement best practices to enhance efficiency in budget management.
• 3 yrs Proven experience in budget management, financial reporting, or procurement coordination.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial tracking/reporting tools.
• Working knowledge of Procure/Ariba reporting with the ability to analyze financial data and maintain accurate budget files.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills across cross-functional teams.
• Demonstrate fluency in English, both spoken and written.
• Must be able to work standard business hours with flexibility to support multiple time zones across Europe.
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.