S2P Solution and Transformation Lead
About Astellas
Astellas is a global life sciences company committed to turning innovative science into VALUE for patients. We provide transformative therapies in disease areas that include oncology, ophthalmology, urology, immunology and women's health. Through our research and development programs, we are pioneering new healthcare solutions for diseases with high unmet medical need. Learn more at Astellas.com.
Are you driven to make a real difference in the lives of patients?
We're seeking passionate individuals who thrive in dynamic environments, embrace new ideas, and aren't afraid to take intelligent risks. People who act with unwavering integrity and are deeply committed to making a tangible impact.
Astellas’ Global Capability Centres – Overview
Astellas’ Global Capability Centres (GCCs) are strategically located sites that give Astellas the ability to access talent across various functions in the value chain and to co-locate core capabilities that are currently dispersed. Our three GCCs are located in India, Poland and Mexico.
The GCCs will enhance our operational efficiency, resilience and innovation potential, enabling a timely response to changing business demands.
Our GCCs are an integral part of Astellas, guided by our shared values and behaviours, and are critical enablers of the company’s strategic priorities, sustainable growth, and commitment to turn innovative science into VALUE for patients.
Location and Working Environment
This is a permanent role and will require you to be onsite 2 days per week in our Warsaw, Poland office.
Astellas’ Responsible Flexibility Guidelines Statement- At Astellas we recognize the importance of work/life balance, and we are proud to offer a hybrid working solution allowing time to connect with colleagues at the office with the flexibility to also work from home. We believe this will optimize the most productive work environment for all employees to succeed and deliver. Hybrid work from certain locations may be permitted in accordance with Astellas’ Responsible Flexibility Guidelines.
Purpose & Scope
In this role, you will be responsible for driving the global standardisation, optimisation, and adoption of Astellas' Source to Pay (S2P) processes, with a particular focus on the Contracting and Third-Party Lifecycle Management (TPLM) elements of the end-to-end process.
In this role, you will lead process improvement, change management, and stakeholder engagement activities to support the successful adoption of global S2P standards across Japan. You will work closely with business leaders, functional stakeholders, and service providers to enhance operational efficiency, improve user experience, leverage technology and AI capabilities, and deliver measurable business value through a strategic transformation roadmap.
You will provide leadership to process and operational teams while acting as a key subject matter expert within the wider S2P transformation agenda, ensuring alignment with global business objectives and a seamless end-user experience.
Role and Responsibilities
- Lead the global standardisation and adoption of Source to Pay processes, with a focus on Contracting and TPLM in Japan.
- Drive process improvement, change management, and user adoption through effective stakeholder engagement and leadership.
- Build strong relationships with senior leaders and key functions including Legal, Ethics & Compliance, Finance, and Procurement.
- Lead and develop Source to Pay teams, providing coaching, capability development, and operational oversight.
- Define and execute a multi-year S2P improvement roadmap leveraging technology, AI, Agile methodologies, and external best practices.
Required Qualifications
- Demonstrated stakeholder management experience within Source to Pay, Procurement Operations, or related transformation environments.
- Proven track record of defining and delivering strategic process improvement and change management initiatives.
- Strong stakeholder management, communication, and influencing skills, including engagement with senior leadership.
- Knowledge of Source to Pay technologies and the application of AI to enhance service delivery and user experience.
- Experience working within Agile environments and driving cross-functional collaboration.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional qualification.
- Agile certification or formal Agile methodology experience.
- Experience with Vendor Contracting and Third-Party Lifecycle Management (TPLM).
- Knowledge of vendor management practices and service provider governance.
- Experience leading global process standardisation programs within complex matrix organisations.
What awaits you at Astellas?
- Global collaboration: Become part of a connected global business of like-minded life science leaders, all dedicated to improving patients' lives worldwide.
- Real-world patient impact: Contribute to transformative therapies that reach patients around the world, knowing your work makes a difference every day.
- Relentless Innovation: Join a company at the forefront of scientific breakthroughs, where you'll have the opportunity to shape the future of healthcare.
- A Culture of Growth: Chart your own course within a supportive environment that values your contributions, champions your development, and empowers you to pursue your passions.
Our Organizational Values and Behaviors
- Impact
- Innovation
- Integrity
- One Astellas
- Accountability
- Courage
- Sense of Urgency
- Outcome Focus
Benefits
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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