KERING TECHNOLOGIES Finance IT/SAP Solution Expert

Job description

A global Luxury group, Kering manages the development of a series of renowned Houses in Fashion, Leather Goods and Jewelry: Gucci, Saint Laurent, Bottega Veneta, Balenciaga, Alexander McQueen, Brioni, Boucheron, Pomellato, DoDo, Qeelin and Ginori 1735, as well as Kering Eyewear and Kering Beauté. By placing creativity at the heart of its strategy, Kering enables its Houses to set new limits in terms of their creative expression while crafting tomorrow’s Luxury in a sustainable and responsible way. We capture these beliefs in our signature: “Empowering Imagination”. In 2023, Kering had 49,000 employees and revenue of €19.6 billion.

As part of the global deployment of Kering Group's finance solutions, we are launching transformation projects impacting several brands across many countries. Within Kering Technologies, the IT department of Kering that consolidates technical resources and projects for all brands, your mission will be to contribute to the Finance Purchase to Pay team. Under the supervision of the Purchase to Pay Manager, you will handle the functional, technical, and human aspects related to this role. 

Your opportunity   

We are currently seeking a Finance IT/SAP Solution Expert (H/F) to join the Kering Technology Finance team in the Purchase to Pay domain.

As a Finance IT/SAP Expert within Kering Technologies, you will have the opportunity to play a key role in the Kering Technology Finance team (over 30 internal and external members) within the 5-person Purchase to Pay domain. You will be responsible for providing technical and functional expertise to optimize and maintain the IT/SAP P2P systems at a global level. Your mission will be to ensure the coherence and efficiency of processes, aligning them with the company's objectives and industry best practices. You will work closely with all areas of the Kering Technology team and the business teams of all Kering group brands worldwide to understand their specific needs and adapt the IT/SAP P2P solutions accordingly. 

 

How you will contribute 

 As a recognized expert, you will actively guide the projects, evolutions, and maintenance of IT/SAP systems. You will rely on a positive and collaborative working environment within the team while ensuring the development of individual and collective skills.  Your main responsibilities include: 

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Leading end-to-end lifecycle of SAP/IT projects and applications 

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Acting as the key point of contact between technical teams and business stakeholders  

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Coordinating cross-functional activities such as design, build, testing, defect resolution, release... 

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Driving continuous improvement initiatives and ensuring compliance with the company’s governance and road map 

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Supporting change management trough training, documentation and knowledge transfer sharing within the organization 

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Ensuring clear, structured, and high-quality reporting to provide visibility on project progress, key issues, and next steps 

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Following up on project actions and deliverables to ensure timely progress and proper ownership within teams 

   

Who you are 

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 You hold a master’s degree with a specialization in corporate finance, information systems, or a related field 

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You are fluent in English, proficiency in Italian/French would be assets 

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You have experience in IT/SAP FI-CO in both technical and functional roles  

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You have experience in budget management and in vendor management 

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You have a solid understanding of fundamental Purchase to Pay processes 

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Experience with the Esker, TESI, SocialNed softwares would be a plus 

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You have a strong interest for technological tools and challenges 

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 You have demonstrated the ability to understand and synthesize complex issues 

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You are keen on proposing innovative solutions and solve problems 

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You are looking to join an innovative, dynamic, passionate, and responsible work environment that values teamwork  

  

Why work with us? 

 

 This opportunity will allow you to actively contribute to the development of Kering Technology Finance and its Purchase to Pay (P2P) domain by tackling various technological challenges and addressing functional topics on an international scale. Joining our team offers the opportunity to grow professionally within a dynamic and stimulating environment.  

 

Kering is committed to diversity and inclusion and to providing equal opportunities in employment. We believe diversity in all its forms – disability, age, colour, ancestry, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, gender identity, religion – enriches the workplace. It opens opportunities for people to express their talent, both individually and collectively and it helps foster our ability to adapt to a changing world. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their background.  

·  Full time
·  Europe
·  Italy