Purchase to Pay Team Leader (P2P Team Leader)-Newcastle

Exciting Opportunity: Customer Journey Manager in Leeds

About Engie

ENGIE is a global leader in low-carbon energy supply and services. We have been active in the UK energy market for over 20 years, and our investments in energy infrastructure are focused on energy storage and renewable energy (solar, wind, biogas), whilst supplying energy to organisations of all sizes.

We are reshaping the energy future by reconciling economic performance with a positive impact on people and the planet, and we are looking for people who are committed to help turn our vision into reality.

About the role

ENGIE are recruiting for a Purchase to Pay Team Leader (P2P Team Leader) based in Newcastle. This is a hybrid role, working full time Monday to Friday . On offer is a competitive salary, bonus and benefits package.

The post holder will play a key role is to shaping our customer journey strategy, ensuring a seamless experience across all touchpoints and platforms.

Key Accountabilities:

• Responsible for ensuring the accounts payable ledger is accurate and up to date.
• Maintain good working relationships with suppliers, projecting a professional image of the company.
• Day to day management of the accounts payable mailbox
• Coding and posting purchase ledger invoices , employee expenses and payments
• Reconciling received invoices to the Purchase Control System.
• Generation of weekly payment run proposals, working within the agreed DLA.
• Supporting weekly statement reconciliations.
• Acting as an escalation point for more complex queries arsing from supplier contact, liaising with internal and external stakeholder, seeking an end resolution.
• Ensuring that all AP activities comply with the relevant financial policies and procedures.
• To lead the production and ongoing maintenance of task related training documents.
• Generation and distribution of monthly Aged Payables reporting and analysis to key stakeholders within the global business unit.
• Utilise Aged Payables reporting to aid with clear AP ledger, investigating and resolving aged items.

• Ensure all requisitions, purchase orders catalogues are processed efficiently and accurately.
• Maintaining and regularly reviewing the approval matrix in line with ENGIE DLA guidelines.  

Knowledge and Skills

• Experience in leading and managing a P2P team or function in a large and complex
• organisation
• Knowledge of P2P processes, systems and best practices
• Good Office IT skills such as Word, PowerPoint, Excel
• Ability to work on Purchase Control Systems which are used for the purchase to pay function.
• Previous SAP knowledge is preferable
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Team player willing to work with all parts of the business treats colleagues fairly and consistently
• Able to manage conflicting and demanding priorities with excellent organisational skills.
• Flexibility – able to adapt to any last minute changes or unexpected requests.
• Expected to be organised and able to deal with queries promptly whilst communicating with internal and external parties.
• Analytical and problem solving mindset and is quick and effective at processing
• information, and has a solutions driven approach to work.
• Experience in managing accounts payable ledger
• Industrial/Utility experience as an end user · Negotiate contract supply agreements with suppliers
• Leading and developing teams and key stakeholders

What benefits we offer?

Flexible Working

We understand the importance of work-life balance and recognise that everyone is striving to find the perfect one between work and home life. That's why we offer a hybrid working model that combines the convenience of remote work with the benefits of collaborating in a professional office environment. You'll have the flexibility to work from home part of the time, allowing you to optimise your productivity while enjoying a comfortable work setup.

Bonus Programme

We reward your hard work and dedication with a competitive bonus programme that recognises and values your contributions. Your efforts are appreciated and directly reflected in your financial rewards.
 

Life Assurance

We prioritise your peace of mind by offering life assurance coverage. You can feel confident knowing that your loved ones will be protected in the event of the unexpected.
 

Income Protection

Your financial security matters to us. Our income protection benefits ensure that you have a safety net in place, providing a valuable source of income if you're unable to work due to illness or injury.
 

Employer Pension Contribution

We invest in your future by contributing to your pension plan. You can enjoy the confidence and peace of mind that comes with knowing that you're building a solid foundation for your retirement.
 

Healthcare Cash Plan

Your well-being matters to us, which is why we provide a healthcare cash plan. You'll have access to a range of healthcare benefits, including reimbursement for medical expenses, dental and optical care, and more. Take care of yourself and your family's health without financial worries.
 

myENGIE

We offer a range of flexible benefits to employees alongside hundreds of retail and lifestyle discounts through myENGIE.

Diverse Employer

ENGIE’s purpose is to accelerate the transition towards a carbon-neutral economy, through reduced energy consumption and more environmentally friendly solutions, and we know that the most successful businesses are the most sustainable ones. Diversity, equity and inclusion is key to sustainability and success and our goal is to attract, engage and retain the best talent, bringing the best thinking to our business from inside and outside of our industry. Our ambition is to make sure everyone at ENGIE feels valu