Senior P2P Officer (French Speaker) | SM&W

Natixis in Portugal is a Centre of Expertise whose mission is to transform traditional banking by developing innovative solutions for the business, operations and work culture of Groupe BPCE worldwide. 

As part of Groupe BPCE’s international division, Natixis in Portugal designs and delivers solutions for its two core areas – Corporate & Investment Banking and Asset & Wealth Management – as well as transversal services that support all entities across the Group. 

With more than 3,000 employees representing 46 nationalities, the teams work across Information Technology, Banking Support Activities, and Compliance, in an integrated, inclusive, and cross-functional way, supporting all business lines and platforms of the Group. 

A disruptive mindset and a culture of proximity and agility identify Natixis in Portugal Team and reflect the company's mission to transform traditional banking at a global scale: a perfect match in the Portuguese dynamics and entrepreneurial ecosystem.

Generic Responsibilities

1. Supports and advises end user/requesters in the initiation, modification or completion of purchase requests, answer user requests and provide technical support to key users.
2. Enters all supplier documents and performs the necessary controls and accounting verification to validate the invoices and the performance of the process as well as ensures that adequate workflows are launched to resolve invoice mismatches.
3. Monitors supplier services, follows-up supplier confirmation, checks the application of supplier conditions and alerts if necessary.
4. Monitors and processes purchase requests, enters and tracks orders and respective deliveries, including the technical reception of the good / service in the tool and closure of PO.
5. Manages and tracks supply failures, relaunching suppliers in case of delivery delay and informing the requester.
6. Analyzes and monitors payment deadlines, as well as the performance of the process globally reflected on the DPO (Days Payable Outstanding).
7. Validates, according with the defined workflow and procedures, invoices with price differences after agreement and validation of buyers.
8. Works on monthly closure of accounts, in compliance with the deadlines for closure, guidelines and procedures and the organization policies.

Specific Responsibilities

1. Proposes, updates and verifies the application of the rules and procedures and analyzes malfunctions.
2. Identifies areas for process improvements and changes to increase efficiency and effectiveness.
3. May provide user support related to purchasing information systems and user training.
4. May contribute to activity reports and cross-functional missions

• Advance Knowledge with Office tools;
• Good Communication and attention to detail;
• Autonomy and Organization skills;
• Fluent level of English is mandatory (at least a C1 level);
• At least a B2 level of French.

Our workplace reflects the vibrant spirit of our locations, with initiatives such as a Green Transportation Budget, electric bikes and a flexible Hybrid Work Policy. We promote wellbeing through the Honolulu Wellness Club, a Prayer Room, a Lactation Room, and themed Villages that inspire creativity and collaboration. Through our ESG and DEI strategies, we are committed to being inclusive, caring, and fair, ensuring every voice is heard and valued.