Director, Procure-to-pay Operations

Toast is a rapidly growing startup building the first all-in-one restaurant management software platform Toast s Android tablet-based system helps restaurants operate more efficiently and connect with their customer base in new and innovative ways We re growing fast and have a customer base of cafes restaurants bars and nightclubs across the country We work hard and care about our customers success and we have a lot of fun doing it As a startup we move fast and have a lot of opportunities for career growth so if you re passionate about your work and want to be in a fun and growing industry join us You will be helping Toast to grow our business across the US and internationally Bready to make a change The Director of Procure-to-Pay Operations is responsible for overseeing and optimizing Toast s procure-to-pay P2P processes ensuring operational excellence compliance and alignment with company objectives This role plays a key part in maintaining and improving P2P workflows metrics and controls while also supporting the broader procurement strategy About one-third to one-half of the role entails advancing the P2P roadmap monitoring key performance indicators and ensuring procurement and accounts payable operations consistently meet or exceed established standards and benchmarks In the rest of the role this Director is expected to partner closely with India departmental leadership specifically Accounting Revenue and Tax along with cross-functional stakeholders such as India Site Management and India Country Leader This Director will report directly to the VP of Procure-to-Pay and will be responsible for providing inspirational leadership and career development opportunities for the entire team including P2P Accounting Revenue and Tax About this roll a Direct Operational Responsibilities for Procure-to-Pay team Manage a team of Procurement and Accounts Payable Managers and Specialists to manage all P2P-related conversations Spearhead impactful change management initiatives within the procure-to-pay team to foster a culture of continuous improvement data-driven decision-making and scalability Provide day-to-day operational support for procurement activities including managing stakeholder inquiries triaging requests and coordinating approvals across the P2P lifecycle Develop maintain and communicate key metrics and performance indicators related to the Procure-to-Pay P2P process design dashboards and reporting tools to drive visibility and accountability Serve as a central point of coordination between Accounts Payable Vendor Management Procurement Operations and Strategic Sourcing to ensure seamless transaction flow across the P2P function proactively resolve process bottlenecks and delays Identify and implement process improvements to increase operational efficiency scalability and compliance across the P2P landscape adopt an ownership mindset to support the evolving needs of the organization Collaborate with department leadership to advance the P2P roadmap contributing to strategic initiatives special projects and procurement systems enhancements b Indirect Responsibilities for Accounting Revenue and Tax teams Collaborate with global finance leaders in India to align on shared services-specific and other broader strategies and use local knowledge and experience to influence direction Partner with global finance leaders to support Toast s strategy to build a center of excellence in India and enable the teams to scale in the region Collaborate with the local People team to bring Toast s global talent programs to life for Finance employees in India ensuring that employees can have a long and fulfilling career path at Toast Ensure appropriate training and development opportunities are available As a member of the Toast India leadership team collaborate with other members of the leadership team on important matters impacting the company s teammates and operations in India Collaborate with global finance leaders and with Toast s local Talent Acquisition team to attract and retain the outstanding talent needed to fulfill Toast s business plans in India Collaborate with global finance leaders in India to align on shared services-specific and other broader strategies and use local knowledge and experience to influence direction Do you have the right ingredients Requirements 15 years of Procurement Finance leadership experience including shared services experience with a multinational company 10 of experience leading and managing people managers Seasoned professional that has experience in building high-performing teams in India scaling the teams and partnering closely with the US-based functional leaders Bachelor s degree in Supply Chain Information Technology Business Accounting or related fields Experience working with ERP systems such as Netsuite Coupa Zip Demonstrated strength in partnering with global leaders to develop strategies and plans that meet business needs Excellent communication and influencing skills including across cultures Flexibility to work across time zones to enable collaboration across international teams working US time zones Diversity Equity and Inclusion is Baked into our Recipe for Success At Toast our employees are our secret ingredient-when they thrive we thrive The restaurant industry is one of the most diverse and we embrace that diversity with authenticity inclusivity respect and humility By embedding these principles into our culture and design we create equitable opportunities for all and raise the bar in delivering exceptional experiences We Thrive Together We embrace a hybrid work model that fosters in-person collaboration while valuing individual needs Our goal is to build a strong culture of connection as we work together to empower the restaurant community To learn more about how we work globally and regionally check out Apply today Toast is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive hiring process As part of this commitment we strive to provide reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities to enable them to access the hiring process If you need an accommodation to access the job application or interview process please contact For roles in the United States It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability