Senior Operations Manager jobs in Germany

Your key responsibilities

As Manager, Digital Supply Chain & Operations, you'll contribute to Supply Chain & Operations client engagements and internal projects. An important part of your role will be to actively establish, maintain and strengthen internal and external relationships. You'll also identify potential business opportunities for EY within existing engagements and escalate these as appropriate. Similarly, you'll anticipate and identify risks within engagements and raise any issues with senior members of the team

Drawing on your knowledge and experience, you’ll create innovative insights for clients balanced with business and technology leading practices, provide thought leadership in your area of expertise and adapt methods and practices to fit operational team and cultural needs. You will actively contribute to improving operational efficiency on projects and internal initiatives. In line with EY's commitment to quality, you'll confirm that work is of high quality and is reviewed by the next-level reviewer. As an influential member of the team, you'll help to create a positive learning culture, coach and counsel junior team members and help them to develop. A willingness to travel to meet client needs; travel requirements could be as high as 60 - 80%

Client responsibilities

• Participate in client engagements that transform Supply Chains through a cross-disciplinary approach
• Help prepare and lead client conversations including interviews, workshops, visioning sessions and document outputs
• Deliver high-quality work products within expected timeframes and on budget
• Provide insight by using a robust set of data analytics.
• Develop and maintain working relationships with client personnel at appropriate levels
• Work effectively as a team member, sharing responsibility, providing support, maintaining communication, and updating senior team members on progress

Practice and People responsibilities

• Contribute to the growth and development of the Consulting practice
• Support senior management with practice development activities such as recruiting and capability building to grow the practice in strategic areas
• Create a positive team environment and provide coaching and support for junior staff

Skills and attributes for success

• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment (and know when to lead and when to follow)
• Experience managing staff on multiple projects and providing direction to team members
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communications skills including oral, written, and presentation
• A high level of motivation and a self-starting attitude
• An ability to think outside of the box, and thrive on new challenges

To qualify for the role you must have

• Post Graduate degree in Business Management, Supply Chain Management, or equivalent preferred
• Demonstrated project experience related to functionality and processes within Advanced Planning Software (APS) such as Blue Yonder, SAP IBP, Kinaxis, o9, OMP and its integration with ERP and/or SCM
• Demonstrated expertise with developing and/or implementing Digital Planning improvements in Demand Planning, Supply Planning, Inventory Planning, S&OP and S&OE
• Demonstrated experience with executing business blueprint and documenting business requirements
• Experience with driving change and ensure change adoption at large organizations

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Experience with Digital Logistics and Fulfillment helping client improvement operational efficiencies of their transportation, warehouse and distribution centre
• Experience with implementing ERP, WMS and TMS modules a plus
• Experience with manufacturing operations a plus

What we offer

We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. In addition, our Total Rewards package allows you decide which benefits are right for you and which ones help you create a solid foundation for your future. Our Total Rewards package includes a comprehensive medical, prescription drug and dental coverage, a defined contribution pension plan, a great vacation policy plus firm paid days that allow you to enjoy longer long weekends throughout the year, statutory holidays and paid personal days (based on province of residence), and a range of exciting programs and benefits designed to support your physical, financial and social well-being. Plus, we offer:

• Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues in the industry
• Learning opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career
• The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you

FSO Assurance (Audit-Banking & Capital Markets) / Manager

Join our Financial Services Office (FSO) and you will work with multi-disciplinary teams from around the world to deliver a global market perspective. Aligned to key industry groups including asset management and private equity, banking and capital markets, and insurance, we provide integrated assurance, consulting, strategy & transactions, and tax services to our clients. As a market segment of the FSO, the BBC includes the Bahamas, Bermuda, British Virgin Islands, and Cayman Islands. By joining the BBC, you will receive unmatched exposure and experience to our continuously growing portfolio of diverse FSO clients.

We have excellent opportunities for Audit Managers to join our FSO Banking & Capital Markets team. You’ll help our clients meet their reporting requirements by accurately reporting on financial statements and providing meaningful insights into accounting and reporting matters. In return, you can expect leading class learning and development tailored to your unique interests and motivations. You’ll be given all the skills, knowledge and opportunities to progress and become ready to build a better working world for our people, our clients and the communities that support us.

Skills and attributes for success

• Performing complex and specific audit procedures, while developing effective, client-focused audit strategies
• Coaching and managing a team of audit professionals, facilitating them to have the information, tools and opportunities they need to grow
• Proactively building relationships that support our ability to provide tailored services that meet a wide range of assurance needs and contribute to new business development
• Identifying and reacting to potential risks and developing new ways to improve our products and processes that promote growth and increase revenue
• Continually updating your understanding of business trends and emerging technologies to maintain your reputation as a trusted business advisor

To qualify for the role you must have

• A bachelor’s degree in an accounting, finance or business.
• A minimum of five (5) years’ work experience as an auditor in a public accounting firm, ideally with experience serving clients in the Banking & Capital Markets industry
• An internationally recognized professional accounting qualification, such as a CA, CPA, ACA, ACCA, or equivalent
• Working knowledge of US GAAP and/or IFRS
• Engagement management, execution and reporting skills, and the ability to build relationships with clients with a diverse range of backgrounds
• Confidence in your ability to prioritize when managing multiple projects simultaneously
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills and a collaborative approach to management
• The flexibility to constantly learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Knowledge of current market issues in the Banking & Capital Markets sector

What we look for

We’re interested in leaders who are creative and agile thinkers, with a genuine interest in improving our audit capabilities. You’ll also need to be a capable communicator both in the boardroom and across your team. If you have the technical and personal skills to understand our clients and provide excellent services every time, this role is for you.

What we offer

We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. In addition, our Total Rewards package includes medical, dental and vision coverage, competitive pension plan, generous vacation and leave entitlement(s), and a range of programs and benefits designed to support your physical, financial and social well-being. Plus, we offer:

• Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
• Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

EY exists to build a better working world, helping to create long-term value for clients, people and society and build trust in the capital markets.

Joining EY Global Delivery Services Poland, you will become a part of a very dynamic team with the possibility to make your mark. So, whenever you are interested in being right at the heart of that challenge, we have interesting opportunities for you

Your key responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end invoicing processes, including invoice creation, data preparation, review, and finalization, ensuring accuracy and compliance with purchase orders.
• Extract, analyse, and validate invoicing data from SOWs (external) and IOMs (internal subcontracting).
• Collaborate with client vendors and internal teams (AR/AP) to resolve invoicing issues and ensure smooth payment processing.
• Prepare complex settlements and interfirm statements in line with internal policies.
• Capture and maintain billing metrics in relevant systems and support technical implementation in respective tools.
• Carry out billing-related activities such as invoice handling, shipping, and dunning processes.
• Conduct proactive analysis, discussions, and evaluations with Engagement Teams regarding services and projects provided for accounts.
• Time, expense, budget, margin analysis and calculations
• Encouraging knowledge sharing and sharing best practices
• Stay connected with the business and functional experts

Skills and attributes for success

• You are detail oriented and eager to analyze and solve complex process cases
• You have exceptional customer service skills, including responsiveness and commitment to quality is one of your strong side

To qualify for the role, you must have

• You are fluent in English language (written and oral)
• You possess a good knowledge of MS Office package (Excel-PowerPoint and Outlook)
• Excellent communications and organizational skills

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Self-educate and seek additional knowledge
• Ability to prioritize workload and deliver outputs within deadlines
• Strong communication and partnering skills with people of all levels of the firm

What we offer

EY Global Delivery Services (GDS) is a dynamic and truly global delivery network. We work across nine locations – Argentina, Hungary, India, the Philippines, Poland, Sri Lanka, Mexico, Spain and the United Kingdom – and with teams from all EY service lines, geographies and sectors, playing a vital role in the delivery of the EY growth strategy. From accountants to coders to advisory consultants, we offer a wide variety of fulfilling career opportunities that span all business disciplines. In GDS, you will collaborate with EY teams on exciting projects and work with well-known brands from across the globe. We’ll introduce you to an ever-expanding ecosystem of people, learning, skills and insights that will stay with you throughout your career.

• Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• Success as defined by you : We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
• Transformative leadership : We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

EY exists to build a better working world, helping to create long-term value for clients, people and society and build trust in the capital markets.

If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.

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