KPMG Global Services: Associate Director-S2P Implementation

Job description: Location -Pune JOB DESCRIPTION: Expert in End to end Implementation. Experience- 10-14 years Sound work experience on SAAS Procurement tools- Coupa, Ariba, Ivalua, Zycus, GEP, and Jaggaer Skillset required: • Source-to-Pay Implementation Expertise: Possess prior experience in delivering comprehensive end-to-end Source-to-Pay (S2P) implementation projects. Deep knowledge of S2P functional processes.

• Procurement Transformation Delivery : Execute procurement transformation and digitalization projects across diverse sectors and geographies, utilizing platforms such as Coupa, Ariba, Ivalua, Zycus, GEP, and Jaggaer. Lead engagements/workstreams end-to-end. • Develop and Drive Opportunities: Lead or support initiatives to identify and advance opportunities by building and leveraging external networks and professional relationships.

• Engagement Roles : Independently manage the project and undertake key roles, including but not limited to Functional Design Lead, Supplier Enablement Lead across various projects. • Recruitment and Mentorship: Oversee recruitment processes and provide guidance and mentorship to team members to foster professional growth. • Industry Knowledge and Trends: Stay informed on the latest industry trends, emerging technologies, and procurement best practices to deliver cutting-edge solutions.

• Competency Development: Contribute to internal capability-building initiatives by conducting knowledge-sharing sessions, creating best practice documentation, and facilitating internal training and development programs. Mandatory technical skills: •Prior experience in implementing S2P solutions in various cloud platforms and/or ERP platforms. •Strong understanding of procurement processes and spend management principles.

•Hands-on experience in: •Leading functional design workshops (including requirement gathering and fit-gap analysis) •Creating documents at various stages of the project like creating to-be process flows, business process documents, configuration workbook, testing strategy, identify and finalize test scenarios and test scripts, training documents etc. •Leading testing phases (SIT/UAT/Regression) •Integration experience with client ERP’s will bea plus Key behavioural attributes/requirements: •Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills •Strong client management skills and experience in working with global cross-functional teams •Highly self-motivated individual with the ability to adapt in fast paced and dynamic environment •Should be flexible to work on different S2P/P2P/CLM technologies/platforms with firm provided required support and trainings •Take complete ownership of project roles & responsibilities, and drive internal practice development initiatives Educational qualifications •MBA/B.E/B.Tech equivalent from reputed institute •Any certifications on related technology/platform will be add-ons