What are the responsibilities and job description for the PTP Team Lead position at Perfetti Van Melle?
OVERVIEW
Perfetti Van Melle (makers of Mentos, Airheads, Dentyne, Trident and Bubblicious!) is one of the world's largest manufacturers and distributors of confectionery and chewing gum with global brands that are being enjoyed in more than 150 countries worldwide. We’re currently seeking a passionate and enthusiastic Procure-to-Pay (PTP) Team Lead to join our growing team.
The PtP Lead oversees the end-to-end Procure-to-Pay process, managing supplier relationships, procurement, invoicing, and payments to ensure efficiency, compliance, and strong financial control. This role drives process standardization, automation, and continuous improvement while aligning operations with cost-saving, cash flow, and risk management objectives, and partnering cross-functionally with procurement, finance, and IT teams.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
- Lead end-to-end Procure-to-Pay (PtP) operations across procurement, invoicing, and payments
- Optimize working capital through efficient invoice processing and favorable payment terms
- Ensure timely, accurate invoice approvals and payments in line with contracts and policies
- Manage and develop PtP team; drive performance, training, and engagement
- Partner with procurement to align strategies and support cost-saving initiatives
- Drive process improvements and automation (RPA, ERP enhancements) to reduce manual work
- Ensure compliance with regulations, tax requirements, and internal controls
- Manage key supplier relationships and resolve payment issues promptly
- Track and report PtP KPIs (e.g., cycle time, DPO, supplier satisfaction)
- Support accurate month-end/year-end close, including reconciliations and accruals
WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field; ongoing training in financial systems, procurement, or automation (RPA/AI) preferred
- 5 years in finance, procurement, or AP, with strong end-to-end PtP experience in multinational environments
- Experience in high-volume industries (e.g., FMCG) managing large-scale transactions and payments
- Proven leadership managing teams and driving process improvement initiatives
- Strong ERP expertise (SAP, Oracle) across procurement, invoicing, and payments
- Deep knowledge of the full PtP cycle, including supplier management and payment optimization
- Proficient in ERP tools, automation, dashboards, and reporting for PtP operations
- Experience leading process improvement and automation (RPA, digital tools)
- Strong understanding of compliance, tax regulations, vendor risk, and internal controls
- Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to track KPIs and improve efficiency
WHAT WE OFFER
At Perfetti Van Melle, we are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace, where all individuals, regardless of background or identity, are valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives to the sweet success of our candy-loving community. Additionally, we have a core value of Care For Our People and we are proud to offer benefit programs that support our team members' goals and well-being including:
- PTO package including vacation, sick, personal, and pay it forward time off
- 13 paid holidays
- 401k with Company Match up to 8%, ranking in the top 1% of the country
- Annual Bonus potential and merit-based increases
- Comprehensive Health Insurance
- Annual well-being subsidy
- 20 weeks Maternity & 12 weeks Paternity leave options
- Sam's Club or Costco annual membership reimbursement
- Tuition-Free College Program or Free Continued Education (BA, Masters, etc.)
- Modest monthly candy allotment (Airheads, Airheads Xtremes, and Mentos)
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Perfetti Van Melle, USA is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.