PTP Lead (Procure-to-Pay)

THAI UNION GROUP PCL. (Bangkok City, Thailand)

Bangkok

Bangkok, Thailand

We are a global seafood leader with ambitious growth goals and a dedication to sustainability and innovation. Our portfolio of brands includes convenient consumer favorites that have brought nutritious and tasty seafood to tables around the world for over a century.

About this position

The PTP Lead is responsible for strategic leadership in the Procure-to-Pay process management, ensuring compliance, efficiency, and scalability of operations while overseeing vendor governance, accounts payable, team development, process optimization, and compliance reporting.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute P2P strategies and policies that are fully aligned with corporate objectives and manufacturing standards.
• Drive compliance with regulatory requirements, company policies, and best practices within the P2P framework.
• Ensure the P2P operations are scalable, efficient, and capable of supporting evolving business needs.
• Oversee comprehensive vendor master data management, ensuring accuracy, governance, and strict adherence to compliance requirements.
• Formulate the relevant policies and standard operating procedures for vendor onboarding, vendor management, and AP posting accuracy.
• Establish a robust system for monitoring vendor performance to optimize relationships and payment accuracy.
• Lead the AP and Payment teams with a focus on timely, accurate, and policy-compliant payment processing, reducing errors and enhancing financial accuracy.
• Implement rigorous financial controls and risk mitigation measures related to AP processing and transactional accuracy.
• Conduct regular audits and reconciliations to ensure transaction integrity and minimize financial discrepancies.
• Manage, mentor, and develop a team of P2P specialists to achieve high performance and foster a strong compliance culture.
• Define and establish measurable SLAs and KPIs, overseeing daily operations to ensure team productivity and accountability.
• Lead initiatives for cross-functional training and professional growth within the team, positioning the P2P function as a center of excellence.
• Spearhead continuous improvement initiatives that drive process efficiency, streamline workflows, and reduce costs across the P2P cycle.
• Identify and implement automation solutions, collaborating with IT and relevant teams to enhance operational capabilities and drive time savings.
• Act as a change champion for innovation, identifying opportunities for proactive process enhancements and cost efficiencies.
• Ensure strict adherence to compliance standards and monitor regulatory changes affecting P2P processes.
• Prepare and present comprehensive performance reports, identifying trends, issues, and improvement opportunities within the P2P function.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for audits, providing full transparency and documentation for all P2P activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Supply Chain, or a related discipline. An MBA or relevant professional certification (e.g., CPA, CPD) is highly desirable.
• At least 15 years of experience in P2P, AP, or procurement, with a strong background in manufacturing operations.
• Minimum of 5 years in a senior leadership role, preferably within a shared services environment overseeing accounting or finance functions.
• Extensive knowledge of P2P processes, policies, and regulatory compliance standards within a manufacturing or shared services context.
• Advanced proficiency in ERP systems (such as SAP).