Job Description:Company IntroBooking Holdings India is a Center of Excellence based in Bengaluru, India and was created to support the increasing business demands of the Booking Holdings Brands. The Center of Excellence provides access to specialized and highly skilled talent, leading industry best practices, and collaboration opportunities across all of our BrandsBooking Holdings (NASDAQ: BKNG) is the world leader in online travel and related services, provided to customers and partners in over 220 countries and territories through six primary consumer-facing brands - Booking.com, KAYAK, priceline, agoda.com, Rentalcars.com, and OpenTable. The mission of Booking Holdings is to make it easier for everyone to experience the world.Key ResponsibilitiesResponsibilities and DutiesManage, develop and coach a team of employees in the Bangalore CoE location to ensure the development of individuals within the organization.Responsible to identify and hire new talented individuals to support the team objectivesCounsel to drive improvements in the teamOversee and manage process escalations in the team and ensure appropriate escalation to stakeholders for decision makingCollaborates with internal business partners on continuous improvement of P2P/S2P/Procurement processesSupport in the review of monthly and quarterly SOx controls and ensure controls are reviewed on a regular basisPrepare for the audit by reviewing the controls, workflows and ensure walkthroughs are sufficient for the audit purposeManages relationship with audit to ensure that procurement maintains a satisfactory audit ratingImplement and execute company policies and procedures and setting prioritiesAssure strong quality as well as productivity standards within the teamTrack and monitor performance levels, and manage underperformanceConduct 1-2-1 meetings with the team to maintain focus and motivationPrepare and conduct Bi-annual performance reviews and keep track of progress during the yearManage and achieve departmental KPIs in line with Booking.com Business objectivesProvide input when defining the team KPIs and SLAs in cooperation with the Procurement Operations leadershipBuild strong relationships with other departments within the companyWork with management to identify process improvementsManagement and execution of ad hoc projects where requiredParticipation in projects, system implementationsWorking with leaders, Directors, Sr. DirectorsCommunicationInternal Stakeholders (E.g. Employees of Booking Holdings and its subsidiaries)TypeCooperationPersuasionInformationFrequencyContinuous (daily or a several times a day)Frequent (about once a week)Occasionally (once or twice a month or less)TeamCoaching, target setting, and planning, reviews, decision makingContinuousGPOShare best practices, alignment with the businessFrequentOther Finance Teams (Credit Control, Treasury)Alignment with the businessOccasionalInternal StakeholdersAlignment with the business, improvement of processes and communication, management of issues and escalations amongst finance departmentsFrequentExternal StakeholdersExternal VendorsReassure that Booking.com policies and processes are followed, escalations and SLAs are metOccasionalKnowledge and SkillsQualifications - for postingRequired KnowledgePlace an X in the shaded boxes that are required to perform the principal duties and responsibilities of this positionNot RequiredSpecialized DiplomaBachelor’s Degree XMaster’s DegreePhDYears of Relevant Job KnowledgePlace an X in the shaded boxes that are required to perform the principal duties and responsibilities of this positionLimited job knowledge (0-1 years)Basic job knowledge (1-3 years)XXBroad job knowledge (3-5 years)Advanced job knowledge (5-8years)Extensive knowledge (8-12 years) XSubstantial knowledge (12+ years)Knowledge Skills & AbilitiesList knowledge, skills and abilities that are required to successfully perform the broad responsibilities of this jobApply deep knowledge of a specific Finance function or broad knowledge and understanding of several different Finance functionsBackground in financeExcellent communication skillsA good people motivator with management experienceAbility to proactively drive the assigned projects and reach the preset objectivesExcellent teamwork skillsUnderstanding the impact of the team and the bigger pictureGood presentation and interpersonal skills.Demonstrates tenacity, drive, ability to inspire and collaborate.Ability to multi-task & a flexible and positive attitudeAble to adapt style and approach in order to work effectively with internal and external stakeholders from a variety of different culturesManagement ResponsibilityPeople ManagerIs this job a people manager? Does this position achieve outcomes through others? (i.e., hiring, coaching, scheduling / delegating work, performance reviews)YesNoNumber of ReportsIndicate the number of direct and indirect reports this job typically supervisesNumber of direct reports - 6Number of indirect reportsFinancial OversightDoes this position have any P&L responsibility?YesNoIndividual AccountabilityList the individual P&L responsibility / Operating Budget goal that is typical for this position.Position ScopeProvide information related to the job’s scope and impact. Place an X in the shaded boxes that apply.ScopeOperates within a single Business Unit, or multiple Business Units or CorporateSingle Business Units XMultiple Business UnitsCorporateImpactAction and/or outcomes from this job typically impact the following; select all that apply(E.g., an accounting manager might impact the entire business unit because they are reporting financials for that business unit. An analyst might impact their own team because they are helping create workflows for their team to deliver projects. A VP in HR might impact the entire function by determining best practices for Booking Holdings)Own teamDepartment XEntire Function (e.g., HR, Finance, IT)Entire Business Unit (s)Enterprise-wideTime HorizonActions and/or decision made by this job typically impact their area of work for this period of timeShort to mid-term (1 – 3 years)Mid to long-term (3 – 5 years) XLong-term (5+ years)About BKNGBooking Holdings is the world leader in online travel & related services. Our teams work around the clock to build and improve the technology that empowers people to more freely travel across borders, time zones, languages and cultures. At Booking Holdings, we make it easier for everyone to experience the world every day through seamless technology powered by our six major brands:Booking.comKAYAKpricelineagodaRentalcars.comOpenTableThrough the Booking Holdings brands, we help our customers reach all corners of the earth. Our ability to provide great service rests on how well we understand our diverse customer base, which is why having a diverse team is so important to us. We bring together employees from all walks of life and we are proud to provide the kind of inclusive environment that stimulates innovation, creativity and collaboration.Pre-Employment ScreeningIf your application is successful, your personal data may be used for a pre-employment screening check by a third party as permitted by applicable law. Depending on the vacancy and applicable law, a pre-employment screening may include employment history, education and other information (such as media information) that may be necessary for determining your qualifications and suitability for the position.
