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Hello there! We’re Vodafone Intelligent Solutions (also known as _VOIS) and we’re looking for a 

Senior Apple Purchasing Operations Specialist

Your role in a nutshell: 

The primary purpose of this role is to oversee, manage and encompass a broader financial aspect of Apple business of VPC (Vodafone Procurement Company) such as the governance of Apple Bill of Exchange (BoE) program. This includes ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and internal policies. The role involves senior stakeholder management, particularly in relation to the Apple BoE program, and requires effective communication and collaboration with key stakeholders (VF Group & External).

Key responsibilities include managing the collation of data and execution of BoE transactions, overseeing the account payable side of the process for all Terminals Apple accounts, and cooperating closely with other Teams for eg. by creating execution plans for the Invoice Processing Team. The role also involves providing official forms and documentation to the Group Treasury and different financial institutions for BoE purposes. Additionally, the role requires controlling and supervising all AP-related activities for Apple accounts to ensure accuracy and efficiency on the payment side.

Beyond the BoE program, contributing to the overall finance strategy, ensuring robust financial controls and supporting financial planning and analysis activities are also part of the role. This person will work closely with various financial departments to ensure alignment with the VPC's objectives, providing insights and recommendations to drive the financial performance and support business growth. 

• Collate data, create weekly AP reports and share it with Group Finance/Treasur for governance reasons
• Support Treasury Managers through BoE submission, providing inputs, statuses and remove blockers
• Participate in workshops, conference calls with Financial Institutions as part of the BoE program
• Coordinate with internal teams (IP, ICO, Claims, AppleOps) to enable timely processing of all AP side documents
• Organise regular /ad-hoc conference calls and workshops with a key supplier and internal teams
• Recognise and report deflection from contractually agreed procedures and actively suggest corrective actions
• Initiate/dive different projects aiming to improve the quality of the existing internal processes
• Representation of the team during stakeholder visits
• Reconcile financial statements, complete month-end accruals
• Deliver internal/ external audit requests and update process documentation on a regular basis
• Testing of new internal systems, and tools and answer queries from suppliers during implementation

• 3-4 years of experience in Finance & Supply Chain
• Relevant Accounts Payable (AP) knowledge
• Experience in project management and SSC environment
• Fluency in both written and verbal English
• Advanced SAP and reporting skills
• Problem-solving skills and solution-oriented focus
• Application of efficient escalation methods

• A dynamic environment where innovative ideas are always welcome.
• A collaborative community where your professional goals and work are supported by a diverse team.
• Access to internal trainings through Vodafone University and external trainings via other providers
• A supportive internal coaching and mentoring culture
• Opportunities to participate in company activities and Vodafone Foundation events.
• Corporate assets including a laptop and mobile phone with Vodafone RED subscription (unlimited voice, text message, and data within the EU)
• Cafeteria package
• Private Medical Services
• Employee Assistance Program to support your wellbeing and mental health.
• Life and accident insurance
• You can work remotely overseas for 20 days a year.
• 16 weeks fully paid parental leave. This applies to all non-birthing partners who become parents due to birth or adoption.
• You and your family members can enjoy several discounts from our partners.
• You will be working in a hybrid model, which means 3 days working from home with 2 days office visit per week.

We are the engine that powers Vodafone around the world: our work impacts millions of people around the globe every day. If you want to experiment and learn fast, integrated into an international, multicultural, and inclusive team, that embraces female employees, then _VOIS is the place for you.

#movewithus #_VOIS #VOISHU #LI-Hybrid

Vodafone is committed to attracting, developing and retaining the very best people by offering a motivating and inclusive workplace in which talent is truly recognised and rewarded. We are committed to promoting Inclusion for All with the belief that diversity plays an important role in the success of our business. We actively encourage everyone to consider becoming a part of our journey.

Sector(s):

• Transportation, Procurement, Logistics
• Economization, Procurement
• Supply Chain