P2P Manager

Job Title: Procure-to-Pay (P2P) Lead
Salary: £60,000 - £70,000
Location: South Manchester

Overview
A high-impact role responsible for end-to-end ownership of the Procure-to-Pay (P2P) process, combining Accounts Payable leadership with process optimisation, reporting, and procurement improvement.

This is an opportunity for a process-driven P2P specialist to lead transformation, improve controls and visibility, and deliver measurable efficiency and commercial benefits.

Key Responsibilities

Own and optimise the full P2P lifecycle (requisition through to payment)
Improve policies, controls, and PO compliance
Lead and develop the Accounts Payable function
Oversee invoice processing, payments, and supplier queries
Enhance supplier onboarding and data governance
Build reporting, KPIs, and performance dashboards
Identify efficiencies, automation opportunities, and cost savings
Drive improved purchasing behaviours across the business
Partner with finance, procurement, and operational teams
Key Metrics

Invoice cycle times
On-time payment rates
PO compliance / non-PO spend
GRNI accuracy and ageing
Supplier onboarding timelines
Query resolution times
Automation and efficiency improvements
Candidate Profile

Proven ownership of end-to-end P2P processes (beyond AP)
Strong track record of delivering process improvements and automation
Experience implementing reporting, KPIs, and controls
Ability to influence stakeholders and drive behavioural change
Commercial mindset with procurement and cost-saving awareness
Experience with ERP, P2P, or procurement systems
Comfortable operating in evolving or low-maturity environments
 
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Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed