P2P Process & Project Manager (SAP)

TL;DR

P2P Process & Project Manager (SAP): Managing and improving the end-to-end Procure-to-Pay process with an accent on SAP enhancements, automation, and KPI management. Focus on solving operational challenges such as blocked invoices and GR/IR aging while leading system rollouts and workflow optimizations.

Location: Darmstadt, Germany (On-site)

Company

Leading global producer of natural ingredients and solutions for the food, beverage, lifestyle, and nutrition industries.

What you will do

• Own and continuously improve the end-to-end Procure-to-Pay (P2P) process, including process controls and KPI management.
• Lead P2P-related projects such as SAP enhancements, rollouts, workflow automation, and e-invoicing implementations.
• Manage project scope, timelines, risks, dependencies, and stakeholder communication across business functions and IT.
• Analyze operational challenges like blocked invoices, GR/IR aging, and master data inconsistencies to create actionable solutions.
• Support solution design, UAT, regression testing, cutover planning, and user adoption.
• Establish governance structures, status reporting, and benefits tracking to drive transparency.

Requirements

• 7+ years of experience in P2P process management and/or SAP-enabled transformation projects within Finance and Procurement.
• Strong expertise in SAP FI-AP and MM, including Purchasing, GR/IR, and Invoice Verification.
• Proven experience collaborating with IT delivery teams and external service providers.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills for explaining complex topics.
• Hands-on, proactive working style with a strong continuous improvement mindset.
• Ability to work effectively in international and matrix-driven environments.

Nice to have

• Certifications in PMP, PRINCE2, Agile/Scrum, Lean, or Six Sigma.
• Experience with OCR solutions, workflow tools, and Power BI.

Culture & Benefits

• Friendly and informal atmosphere within a family-owned company featuring flat hierarchies.
• Continuous professional development through the Döhler Academy and internal/external training.
• Comprehensive on-site facilities including a cafeteria with regional cuisine and complimentary drinks.
• Mobility support via subsidized Germany ticket or JobRad.
• Financial security through company pension plans and accident insurance.
• Additional corporate perks including anniversary payments, employee referral bonuses, and shopping discounts.