The OE Professional will be responsible for identifying and implementing small scale improvement initiatives.
The role will support the OE Management team in driving efficient, effective and customer focused processes within the SSC in alignment with the SSC Operational Excellence framework.

Key contributions

Operational Excellence & Financial Services Delivery 

•    Support business transformation projects and manage small scale process improvement initiatives within the SSC
•    Maximize transactional process capability through supporting detailed end-to-end process analysis both on “as is” and “to be” processes and l the transition from the former to the latter
•    Support the SSC project and process management framework
•    Guide and coach the Service line teams in implementing process improvement initiatives as part of daily operations
•    Support the creation of operational excellence mindset within the SSC
•    Support the OE trainings delivery in the SSC
•    Act as a role model by applying Lean Six Sigma methodology and mindset on daily basis
•    Support the process effectiveness, efficiency, standardization & customer focus within the SSC
•    Supports the end-to-end standardization of processes across the Coca-Cola European Partners business
•    Documents processes and sets up / runs process workshops for review and approval of improved processes
•    Ensures that all process changes are well communicated and oversees/delivers all end user training and support
•    Assures that Change Management & Control plans related to managed process improvements are developed, implemented and well executed
•    Ensures all legal, statutory and tax requirements are met when processes are amended
•    Ensures that SAP and other relevant systems and technology tools deliver maximum value to the business, as defined by customer needs
•    Assures that the appropriate internal control environment and SOX compliance are maintained along with compliance to all legal and regulatory requirements
•    Ensures that Coca-Cola European Partners policies are adhered to (e.g. approvals, financial guidelines, etc.) 
•    Support project management initiatives from start to finish

Relationships

•    Build strong relationships with key stakeholders in the SSC to drive understanding and support for the Operational excellence strategy
•    Collaborates with all stakeholders of finance transactional processing to ensure the Operational Excellence strategy is understood, and sufficiently supported 
•    Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with customers of Service Management, exploring their specific needs and making recommendations for improvements as appropriate 
•    Works and liaises closely with Service Line teams, BU Finance teams, support functions and other departments
•    Collaborates with other process stakeholders to identify current and future service delivery opportunities, evaluates design modifications, identifies/communicates legitimate policy exceptions, and considers enabling technology.  These other stakeholders would include the CCEP Business Units, the BPO service provider, Sales & Marketing functions on a group and BU level, Finance and Corporate Treasury, BPT.
•    Liaises with other key stakeholders regarding financial controls and regulatory compliance.  These stakeholders would include Internal Audit, Corporate Tax, Corporate Legal, Corporate Controllers Group, Internal Control Directors, Corporate Security and the Independent Auditors (i.e., Ernst & Young)

Requirements:

•    Degree level education in Business Studies, Finance or Information Systems
•    Lean/Six Sigma certified
•    Proven success of small scale process improvements implementation
•    Strong understanding of accounting standards and principles as well as experience in any of the key accounting areas of Source-to-Pay, Customer-To-Cash or Record-To-Report
•    English: essential

•    One of the following languages is considered an advantage French, Dutch, Swedish, Norwegian, German, and Spanish
•    Excellent communication & interpersonal skills
•    Can-Do attitude 
•    Strong analytical skills
•    Very strong pro-activity approach
•    Strong team player
•    Strong decision making attitude
•    Very strong Time management, planning and organization

Our employee value proposition:

• Competitive Rewards & Compensation plan
• Social Benefits & Corporate discounts
• Recognition programs
• Career & Talent progression growth opportunities
• Excellent Health & Wellbeing conditions
• Modern and comfortable working environment & tools
• Hybrid & Flexible working
• Social activities and events