Project & Product Manager - Indirect Procure to Pay

Within Tech & Data we aim to be an enabler for other Rituals departments, by managing projects related to our IT-landscape and underlying systems. In this specific role, you also play a crucial role in continuously improving our current P2P-systems and processes together with the business. At last, you make sure that our monitoring and support flow is flawless (together with our support partner) so the business can operate without major disruptions. 

The Project and Product Manager (Indirect) P2P at Rituals oversees and manages the IT landscape supporting the full procurement and invoicing lifecycle within our P2P systems, with Coupa as the primary platform. As a result, hands-on experience with Coupa as a P2P system is essential. 

The role requires strong project management and product management skills to successfully deliver P2P‑related projects and ongoing improvement initiatives. Close alignment and reflection with your stakeholders on ways of working is crucial to achieving success. Your responsibilities fall into two main areas: 

Project Manager Responsibilities: 

• Initiate new (strategic) projects for our P2P-process and/or systems together with the business
• Execute project plans for and together with the P2P business partners, including identifying objectives, milestones, and deliverables. 
• Communicate project updates, progress, and challenges to stakeholders regularly. 
• Lead and coordinate cross-functional teams, working together with other project managers and business analysts within the Tech & Data team, to ensure alignment and timely delivery of projects. 
• Manage project budgets, timelines, and resources effectively. 

Product Manager Responsibilities: 

• Act as the primary technical point of contact for P2P-related products, managing technical changes and supporting the business in shaping the overall product vision and roadmap. 
• Collaborate with stakeholders, including business analysts and key users from the business, to gather and prioritize product requirements and manage the product backlog. 
• Work closely with our development partner, other product managers, business analysts, and key-users from the business to ensure product features align with business objectives and user needs. 
• Conduct product demonstrations, gather feedback, and iterate on product improvements. 
• Make sure that our monitoring and support flow on the P2P-process is flawless so that the business does not experience any major issues in their processes.
• Continuously reflect on our way-of-working with internal stakeholders – taking ownership of this process.  
• Continuously evaluate collaboration with our software partners to ensure an optimal workflow. 

Meet the team

You will be part of Tech & Data department of Rituals, in the Finance, Legal, Compliancy & Sustainability team. You will be part of a young ambitious team where we continuously strive for improving our processes and systems and therefore contribute to Rituals as an organization. Your professional development is a priority for us, and we value a healthy work/life balance. 

Our culture drives our strategy, so we are looking for someone fitting our ambitious and entrepreneurial Rituals culture. You will spend (most of) your time at our Amsterdam Central Head Office. 

Qualifications

High on energy, low on ego and with a little bit of humor. You are naturally curious, analytical, and adapt at applying rapidly changing technology to address business needs. You thrive in a fast-paced environment and are committed to driving excellence. Moreover, you have:  

• A Master's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Information Technology, or related field
• Proven experience (5 years) in project/product management within finance/procurement 
• Hands-on experience with Coupa (P2P-system) is a must
• Experience with Jira/Confluence is required, as these tools are central to managing projects and daily activities 
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complexity in projects and derive actionable insights 
• Excellent communication skills to bridge the gap between business requirements and technological solutions 
• Agile mindset with a passion for innovation and continuous improvement 
• Highly organized with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks efficiently. 
• Strong business acumen with a focus on continuous improvement and innovation. 

Location and Working Conditions

At Rituals, we believe in the power of connection: with ourselves, each other, and the world around us. That is why we work 80% from the office (typically four days per week) and 20% from home. Together, we bring our brand philosophy to life by transforming everyday routines into meaningful moments.

Your Steps to Your New Career

The next steps are:

• Our recruiter, Renée, will contact you within 10 working days.
• An introductory meeting with a team member and the hiring manager follows.
• A second interview where you may be asked to present your approach or ideas.
• In the event of a positive outcome, you will receive a proposal with the terms of employment.

Any questions? Our recruiter Renée is happy to speak to you via renee.havenaar@rituals.com. Please note that applications via e-mail are not taken into consideration.