Airbnb Procurement Transformation Manager 

United States 

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The Community You Will Join:

You will be responsible for leading the transformation of procurement tools and processes, while managing various procurement programs within the realms of AI and invoice-to-pay. Your expertise in AI, continuous improvement, strategic thinking, and change management will foster the development of innovative procurement solutions across the organization.

The Difference You Will Make:

In this visionary role as the Procurement Transformation Manager, you will leverage your creativity and strategic mindset to reimagine and revolutionize the procurement landscape at Airbnb. Picture a future where procurement processes are seamlessly integrated with cutting-edge technology, creating a delightful experience for employees at every touchpoint. You will lead projects that utilize the power of AI within the Finance organization, crafting innovative strategies that not only streamline requisition, invoice, and payment experiences but also transform them into moments of ease.

A Typical Day:

• Planning / Roadmap Development: Lead the development and execution of strategic planning and roadmap initiatives, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and priorities while effectively managing resources and stakeholder expectations.
• Innovate Tools and Processes: Develop strategies to enhance employee experience with procurement tools and processes, while simultaneously boosting the efficiency and effectiveness of the Procurement team.
• AI Adoption: Collaborate with finance stakeholders to identify workflows suitable for AI automation, lead the identification and execution of such projects with cross-functional teams.
• Identify Pain Points and Opportunities: Utilize data analysis and feedback from key stakeholders to uncover process and technology challenges. Use these insights to prioritize and oversee system enhancements and process improvements with the highest impact.
• Drive System Enhancements and Automation: Lead the execution of high-impact initiatives by developing strategies, forming project teams, and identifying solutions that improve employee and supplier experiences. Focus on system enhancements, automation, and continuous improvements.
• Collaborate on Strategic Initiatives: Work closely with stakeholders and suppliers to prioritize key initiatives and align on solutions that enhance procurement systems and processes. Implement tools and system enhancements to improve the overall experience for employees, suppliers, and the Procurement team.
• Manage Change and Educate Users:

Your Expertise:

• 8+ years of experience managing procurement programs and/or leading transformation initiatives.
• Proficient in utilizing ERP tools (ex Oracle) specifically within the procurement domain.
• Passionate about procurement and innovation, with a background in AI and change management focused on enhancing the customer experience.
• Demonstrate a laser focus on redefining processes, fostering creativity, and embracing innovation to deliver unique solutions that drive impactful results.
• Well-versed in procurement tools and processes, with expertise in implementing enterprise-wide systems.
• Skilled in building relationships in a cross-functional environment and proven success in influencing stakeholders at all levels.
• Highly analytical, with strong problem-solving skills and a data-driven approach to decision-making.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, both written and oral, with the ability to influence up, down, and across the organization.
• Self-motivated, reliable, and detail-oriented, capable of managing multiple tasks efficiently with minimal supervision.

Offices: United States