AP Analyst P2P - Japanese Speaker

The Procure-To-Pay Specialist is responsible for representing the Procurement function at an assigned location. The Procure-To-Pay Specialist monitors and improves compliance with procure-to-pay (P2P) strategies, policies, processes and procedures within the GeoMarket. Support the Procurement Service Center (PSC) for procurement and accounts payable (AP) activities. Support the Product Line Supply Leads on new job planning and complex procurement and AP requirements. Provide local hands-on support in case of critical requests, spot purchases, and emergency purchases of goods and services for the site. Handle third-party related compliance matters where local input is required. Act as an interface between the PSC and locations for nonstandard procurement requests, including leading and communicating information, issues and initiatives. Support the PSC in expediting where direct local supplier contact is required or in case of issues. Represent the AP function at the location. Provide escalation support to ensure DFM flow-related actions are implemented in the GeoMarket on time. Support, where required, the invoice document flow. Report on P2P performance metrics. Liaise with the PSC on preparation of procurement service level reports and feedback on improvement suggestions. Meet on a regular basis with internal customers to review procurement service levels and quality. Ensure compliance with P2P channels and processes. Liaise and coordinate with local Sourcing upon request of PSC for specific and ad-hoc orders that require support. Troubleshoot P2P processing issues with end users. Bachelor Degree