PTP Specialist I

At Nouryon, our global team takes positive action every day, to reach higher collectively and individually. We create innovative and sustainable solutions for our customers to answer society’s needs – today and in the future.  

We are looking for team members who bring ideas forward, champion others and work together to do better. Does that sound like you?

About the job

The P2P Specialist is responsible for ensuring the smooth and efficient execution of the end-to-end Procure-to-Pay (P2P) process, from purchase requisition through to payment, in line with Nouryon standards. In this role, you support business stakeholders across the region in enabling a seamless payment process. You also assist the P2P Manager with operational matters, leveraging data from VIM/SAP to provide detailed performance insights, identify issues, and recommend process improvements for specific vendors and types of purchases.

In your future role as P2P Specialist you will

P2P Helpdesk & Process Support

•    Act as the first point of contact for P2P-related queries, including escalations from internal stakeholders and external suppliers
•    Guide and support business users across the region in creating accurate purchase requisitions and purchase orders (Ariba, SAP)
•    Support the timely and accurate execution of Goods Receipts and Service Receipts (GR/SR)
•    Monitor GR/SR compliance and provide feedback to improve first-time-right invoice processing
•    Support the resolution of master data and authorization issues
•    Act as a key user by logging and managing SAP VIM tickets with IM and supporting testing of system and process changes
•    Maintain and administer all SAP VIM-related tickets
•    Guide end users to training materials and provide functional explanations where needed
•    Ensure optimal system usage aligned with global P2P standards to drive operational efficiency
•    Prepare and deliver periodic KPI reporting

Complex Invoice Processing Support

•    Collaborate with internal departments to ensure efficient invoice processing
•    Follow up with stakeholders to resolve invoice issues and expedite payments
•    Perform root cause analysis on invoice and purchase order issues and implement solutions
•    Monitor vendor queries and ensure timely resolution of recurring issues
•    Ensure stakeholders are informed about and adhere to P2P policies and procedures
•    Monitor vendor portals, query mailboxes, and invoice escalations
•    Track performance via the e-invoicing Power BI dashboard
•    Perform other job-related duties as assigned

Continuous Improvement & Compliance

•    Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the P2P process
•    Prepare and upload SOX control documentation
•    Support audit requests and special projects

We believe you bring

•    A practical qualification in Accounting, Business Finance, or a related field 
•    Solid hands-on experience with P2P processes in Ariba and SAP 
•    At least 5 years of relevant experience in a Procure-to-Pay (P2P) environment 
•    Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications 
•    A strong command of English (both written and spoken)

We believe you are

•    Strong in data analysis and process improvement, with solid interpersonal skills 
•    A conceptual thinker with a hands-on mentality 
•    An excellent communicator, both written and verbal 
•    Able to handle escalations in a professional manner 
•    Comfortable working under pressure and meeting deadlines, especially during month-end closing 
•    A team player with a collaborative mindset 
•    Capable of working independently within established guidelines and procedures

We offer you

At Nouryon, we provide a great job and friendly coworkers, plus benefits in addition to salary. We offer unilateral perks, such as:

•    An employment contract for an indefinite period 
•    A competitive gross annual salary 
•    35 holidays based on a full-time position 
•    An variable bonus  
•    An excellent pension plan with a strong contribution rate, most of which is paid by Nouryon.  
•    LifeCheck Employee Assistance Program: Free, confidential wellbeing support for you and your family  
•    Bright, modern offices with excellent public transport connections  
•    A welcoming, international team and a positive, enjoyable work environment  
•    An attractive bike plan   
•    A company fitness plan to stay active and healthy  
•    Tax-friendly perks & discounts on a wide range of products and services 

Have we got your interest?

This is a permanent position on a full-time basis, based in Amersfoort/ Amsterdam. 

Please apply via our online recruitment system. We will not accept applications via e-mail. Once it's with us we will review to see if we have a match between your skills and the role. For more information about our hiring process, visit: nouryon.com/careers/how-we-hire/  

We look forward to receiving your application!

We kindly ask our internal candidates to apply with your Nouryon email via Success Factors. 

About Nouryon

Explore careers and life at Nouryon   

If you’re looking for your next career move, apply today and join Nouryon’s worldwide team in providing essential solutions that our customers use to manufacture everyday products such as personal care, cleaning, paints and coatings, agriculture and food, pharmaceuticals, and building products. Our employees are driven by the wish to make an impact and actively drive positive change. If that describes you, we will gladly make way for your ambitions. From day one we support you with your personal growth, through challenging positions and comprehensive learning and development opportunities, in a dynamic, international, diverse, and proactive working environment.

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Contact

For additional information about the vacancy please contact Diana Martinez via diana.martinez@nouryon.com 

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