Sr Analyst, Procure to Pay

Job Summary: You will own and drive Procurement Operations activities as they relate to the buying process at PayPal, with particular focus on SAP Ariba Contract Compliance. You will operate with a high degree of autonomy, acting as the subject matter expert and go-to resource for Contract Compliance, shaping process and policy direction, and mentoring less experienced analysts. You should be skilled at identifying, proposing, and leading process improvement initiatives within the Procurement Operations space, and comfortable representing Procurement Operations in front of cross-functional and senior stakeholders. Job Description: Essential Responsibilities:

• Oversee the end-to-end process for third-party onboarding, including sourcing activities, supplier registration, risk assessments, purchase orders, invoicing, and contract compliance.
• Act as a primary point of contact for business managers and third parties, providing expert guidance, answering questions, and advising on onboarding, risk assessment, and payment activities.
• Develop comprehensive training materials and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), deliver ongoing training, and facilitate change management to enhance process awareness and understanding.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure timely onboarding of third-party vendors and integrate risk activities into the procure-to-pay process.
• Lead the execution of risk assessments, ongoing monitoring, and reassessments of third parties.
• Ensure compliance with policy and regulatory requirements throughout the third-party lifecycle.
• Identify and address issues impacting the third-party management program, providing effective remediation.
• Innovate and improve business processes, user experience, and systems involved in the third-party lifecycle.
• Analyze data to assess inventory health, identify trends, and provide actionable recommendations.
• Lead and mentor team members, fostering creativity and providing direction with a high degree of latitude.

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