Lead Specialist GES S2P Procurement Ops

Job Title: Lead Specialist GES S2P Procurement Ops

Location: Hyderabad, India

The Lead Specialist - GES Procurement & Supply Chain (P2P) acts as the primary point of contact for all ProcuretoPay (P2P) operations, ensuring seamless purchasing, timely invoice processing, and strong stakeholder engagement. This role owns endtoend P2P performance, drives operational excellence, resolves escalations, and supports automation and process standardization. By liaising closely with internal teams and external suppliers, the Lead Specialist enhances compliance, improves service delivery, and contributes to the efficiency and scalability of the global P2P function.

At dsm-firmenich, being a force for good is not optional. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion is a shared responsibility woven into our daily work, benefiting our People, Customers & Communities and driving business value. Equal access to opportunities is a given, belonging is a shared feeling, authenticity is celebrated.

Your key responsibilities

• Serve as the primary P2P point of contact, handling escalations, exceptions, and daily operational queries from stakeholders and suppliers.
• Resolve blocked invoices, urgent payment issues, GR/IR discrepancies, and ensure timely procurement and delivery of goods/services.
• Lead P2P operational meetings, support requisitioners, and deliver process trainings for budget holders and controllers.
• Handle vendor and internal customer tickets, support supplier calls, and coordinate vendor verification processes.
• Drive process optimization by performing rootcause analysis, identifying bottlenecks, and supporting workflow standardization.
• Support automation initiatives to enhance efficiency, improve transaction accuracy, and scale P2P operations.

We Bring

• A purpose-led, performance-driven work environment.
• Opportunities to lead complex workplace operations and projects.
• A collaborative culture that values innovation and operational excellence.
• Career growth across functions, sites, and global teams.
• Continuous learning and development through structured programs.
• An inclusive, supportive workplace that encourages new ideas.

You bring

• Bachelor's degree with relevant experience in shared services or operations.
• Minimum 5 years of P2P or shared services experience, preferably with stakeholderfacing responsibilities.
• Knowledge of procurement systems such as SAP and Ariba, and analytics tools like Celonis, Sievo, or Tableau.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, able to handle escalations and provide clear guidance.
• Ability to apply continuous improvement concepts (Lean, Six Sigma, Agile) to enhance P2P processes.
• Fluency in English is required foreign languages such as German or French are an added advantage.

About dsm-firmenich

At dsm-firmenich, we don't just meet expectations - we go beyond them. Join our global team powered by science, creativity, and a shared purpose: to bring progress to life. From elevating health to making fortified food and sustainable skincare, the impact of your work here will be felt by millions - every single day. Whether it's fragrance that helps you focus, alternative meat that's better for the planet, or reducing sugar without losing flavor, this is where you help shape the future of nutrition, health, and beauty for everyone, everywhere. And while you're making a difference, we'll make sure you're growing too. With learning that never stops, a culture that lifts you up and the freedom to move across businesses, teams, and borders. Your voice matters here. And your ideas They're essential to our future. Because real progress only happens when wego beyond, together.

Our application process

Interested in this position Please apply online by uploading your res ume in English via our career portal (www.dsm-firmenich.com/careers). For further information, please contact Teena Khan Talent Acquisition Business Partner ([Confidential Information]).

Inclusion, belonging and equal opportunity statement

At dsm-firmenich, we believe being a force for good starts with the way we treat each other. When people feel supported, included, and free to be themselves, they do their best work - and that's exactly the kind of culture we're building. A place where opportunity is truly equal, authenticity is celebrated, and everyone has the chance to grow, contribute, and feel they belong.

We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we're serious about making our hiring process as fair and inclusive as possible. From inclusive language and diverse interview panels to thoughtful sourcing, we're committed to reflecting the world we serve. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds - no matter your gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or anything else that makes you, you. And if you have a disability or need any support through the application process, we're here to help - just let us know what you need, and we'll do everything we can to make it work.

Agency statement

We're managing this search directly at dsm-firmenich. We're not accepting agency submissions or proposals involving fees or commissions for this role.