Director Purchase to Pay (PTP) Operations

Company: Gilead Sciences, Inc.
Location: Raleigh
Posted on: April 8, 2021

Job Description:

---Director Purchase to Pay (PTP) Operations Gilead Sciences is continuing to hire for all open roles. Our interview process may be conducted virtually and some roles will be asked to temporarily work from home. Over the coming weeks and months, we will be implementing a phased approach to bringing employees back to site to ensure the health and safety of our teams.

-- For Current Gilead Employees and Contractors: Gilead Sciences, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company that has pursued and achieved breakthroughs in medicine for more than three decades, with the goal of creating a healthier world for all people. The company is committed to pursuing scientific invention to prevent and treat life-threatening diseases, including HIV, viral hepatitis and cancer. Gilead has operations in more than 35 countries worldwide, with headquarters in Foster City, California.-- You will be part of a team that is helping millions of people live healthier, more fulfilling lives. We are a close community where every individual matters and everyone has a chance to enhance their skills through ongoing development. Inclusion is one of our core values, which means we are creating and fostering a work environment where our differences are valued, and everyone feels respected and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. By joining Gilead, you will further our mission to discover, develop and deliver innovative therapeutics for people with life-threatening diseases.-- The Gilead Business Services center in Raleigh's Research Triangle region will be home to some of the company's critical shared service teams in North America, including Information Technology, Global Financial Solutions, HR Operations and Procurement Services Desk. These functions provide the necessary support to ensure Gilead's business runs effectively and efficiently. The center will also be a catalyst for standardization of processes, digital transformation and technology optimization. --- --- Job Description --- The---Director of---Purchase to Pay (PTP)---Operations---reports to the---Global Head PTP Operations---and---is responsible for---the successful execution of---leading, improving, and supporting the---NA---PTP---operations with a strong emphasis on customer---service---delivery and user experience---to---both our internal and external customers.---The successful candidate will also be the appointed Global Operating L ead for Invoice O perations and Supplier Master.---This role---will be---part---of the Global Financial Solutions leadership team. The focus of the role is to--- lead and develop---the NA PTP O perations--- team---aligned to our Global Service D elivery model,---strategy---and industry best practice. Key responsibilities include; Invoice Operations ----Improve invoice processing efficiency through increased---use of technology enablers to---improve---straight---through processing---and addressing continuous improvement opportunities.--- Supplier M aster and compliance-------Support---supplier consolidation and rationalization, through a preferred supplier program---and optimize P-card adoption. The position will work closely with key team members in the global Procurement organization to align on an end to end PTP strategy to include c entral B uy D esk and catalog management.--- Enhance customer experience through an effective governance model for customer engagement and a focus on quality and responsiveness. ---Utilize---the Business Relationship Management program to educate business stakeholders on adherence to policies, best practice process, c ompliance and controls. Proactively partner with cross functional business---partners and International---colleagues to identify and implement options to improve the quality of service delivery from a global perspective and pursue opportunities for global process delivery in line with best practice. Act as---the overall PTP lead in the GBS and closely partner with Procurement (upstream process activities) and RTR (downstream process activities). Develop team members, creating bench-strength among the team and cross-functional development opportunities for PTP employees. Mentor high potential employees to develop the next group of GFS leaders. Effectively manage relationships with business functions and key stakeholders, leading two-way communication and collaboration regarding functional performance, continuous improvement and opportunities for operational efficiencies. Analyze current operational performance (inputs and outputs) to identify process gaps, opportunities for continuous improvement, and compliance integrity (as appropriate). Improvement opportunities should align with best practices and comply with Gilead standards. Manage a team comprised of Gilead and third-party contractors , based on-site, site, and off-shore . Other---duties and special projects, as assigned The S uccessful C andidate W ill B e: Highly self-motivated and innovative, with proven experience in successfully leading and supporting a best in class PTP function---providing---best practice service delivery and---actionable---business---insights through data and analytics.--- Be an advocate to digitalize and automate---processes---through RPA, AI---and other emerging technologies to create capacity, increase efficiency, quality and control of our processes.-- Able to maintain process integrity, internal controls, and ensure compliance with the Controller's Manual, SOX controls---and all applicable laws and regulations.--- Hold accountability for service delivery against agreed and evolving KPI's and s ervice partnership agreement.--- Being able to effectively manage the perceptions and expectations of business leaders and senior management is critical to the success of this role.--- Knowledge and Skills : Manage, coach, lead and develop a PTP Service deliv ery team. Aspire to deliver an exceptional customer experience and process excellence . A focus on innovation and continuous improvement. Ensure adherence to Company policies, procedures, SOX controls, government and/or legal requirements Business Partnership, build relationship s and trust, sh are ideas and work col laboratively Development of global process maps; desk-top manuals and documentation--- Strong third-party relationship and performance management skills Development and delivery of process related training Strong business---acumen, particularly related to the life sciences industry and functional operations Excellent interpersonal skills, an inquisitive mind, and the ability to work effectively with multiple, cross-functional stakeholders. Excellent---analytical skills and a critical thinker; must have the ability to use excellent judgment and resolve issues with dexterity---and effective decision making. Excellent communications skills: written, verbal, and presentation Results o rientation: The ideal candidate will be results-driven and must thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Ability to operate successfully across diverse geographical locations and cultures High level of self-motivation, leadership, positive attitude, drive for achieveme nt and strong work ethic Basic Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance, and 12 years' experience in F inance / S hared S ervices OR master's degree and 10 years' experience in F inance and S hared S ervices.-- Minimum of 4 years' multinational experience is required. Extensive knowledge o f ---SAP---or---best practice---ERP system's---is required. D emonstrated third-party relationship and performance management skills ---is required. Knowledge of PTP best practices and emerging technologies required. Knowledge US GAAP, SOX controls, government and/or legal requirements is required. Preferred Qualifications and Experience :-- Experience in biotech or pharmaceuticals industry a plus Experience working in a global Finance organization
For jobs in the United States: As an equal opportunity employer, Gilead Sciences Inc. is committed to a diverse workforce. Employment decisions regarding recruitment and selection will be made without discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability,--genetic information or characteristic, gender identity and expression, veteran status, or other non-job related characteristics or other prohibited grounds specified in applicable federal, state and local laws. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact-- careers@gilead.com-- for assistance. For more information about equal employment opportunity protections, please view the--'EEO is the Law' --poster. Our environment respects individual differences and recognizes each employee as an integral member of our company. Our workforce reflects these values and celebrates the individuals who make up our growing team. Gilead provides a work environment free of harassment and prohibited conduct. We promote and support individual differences and diversity of thoughts and opinion.
For Current Gilead Employees and Contractors: Gilead Sciences, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company that has pursued and achieved breakthroughs in medicine for more than three decades, with the goal of creating a healthier world for all people. The company is committed to advancing innovative medicines to prevent and treat life-threatening diseases, including HIV, viral hepatitis and cancer. Gilead operates in more than 35 countries worldwide, with headquarters in Foster City, California. Suggested Jobs Director ERP Analytics, Procure to Pay Sr. Manager - Purchase to Pay (PTP)---Data & Analytics Compliance SAP ERP Data Management Lead - Procure to Pay (Vendor, Purchase Info Records, Materials) SAP ERP Data Management Lead - Order To Cash (Customer, Pricing, Materials) Director , SAP ERP Solution Architect, Procure to Pay

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