International Logistics P2P Process Improvement Specialist

The International Logistics P2P Process Improvement Specialist will support the US International team to facilitate payment of freight invoices. This Specialist will work with Freight Forwarders, Ocean Carriers, Railroads, and Truckers to prevent delays in invoice payment, as well as having the opportunity to make an impact on harmonization of processes and procedures.

This position will play a critical role in supporting day-to-day shipment/transportation activities. If freight invoices are not maintained to appropriate balance due amounts with the various service providers, service levels drop rapidly.

The company is a leading global specialty chemicals manufacturer, providing essential chemistries/chemicals for diverse end-markets, including agriculture, cleaning, construction, food, fuels, oil and gas, personal care, pharmaceuticals, plastic applications (automotive), and pulp and packaging. The company employs approximately 10,000 employees worldwide, operates in over 80 countries, and generates approximately 5 billion in revenue.

Competitive compensation.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate US-based international freight payment process, ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures, and ultimately support the financial compliance program for the company.
• Manage 75100 freight invoices daily within the TMS and other sources (18,00024,000 annually and $50 million in annual spend).
• Work with service providers to resolve invoice errors to facilitate correct and timely final payments.
• Reconcile service providers statements of accounts to keep them aligned with payment flows.
• Maintain constant communication with internal business partners and service providers.
• Maintain data for metrics and analytics.
• Perform other duties assigned as needed.

Job Requirements

• 5+ years of experience working in logistics operations.
• Experience managing and working with Freight Forwarders and Customs Brokers.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and time management skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• SAP and TMS order-to-invoice experience strongly preferred.
• Fluent in English; other languages a plus.

Education

• Bachelors Degree (BA/BS) in Operations Research, Supply Chain, Logistics, Accounting, or related field from a 3-year accredited college or university.

Skills

• Ability to develop and execute operational goals.
• Strong analytical skills and abilities.
• Self-directed and able to work with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and quickly develop a solution.
• Ability to make effective decisions based on available data.

Competencies

• Adept at using computers and technology relevant to the role.
• Keeps up to date on technological changes and adapts work approach accordingly.
• Demonstrates initiative: acts independently, resolves problems without reliance, and exceeds expectations.
• Prioritizes and organizes work systematically to achieve key goals.
• Effectively manages tasks, information, and requests.