Procurement Process Implementation Manager

Wizz Air is a leading European low-cost airline. Our mission is to provide affordable and reliable air travel to everyone, everywhere, while minimizing our environmental impact. We are proud to foster a diverse and inclusive team of over 8,000 employees from more than 110 nationalities, who share our values of inclusivity, positivity, dedication, integrity, and sustainability.

As a rapidly expanding airline, we offer exciting career opportunities across a range of functions, from flight operations to engineering, customer experience, finance, and more. We provide extensive training and development opportunities to help our employees grow and succeed in their roles. Joining Wizz Air means joining a team that is passionate about aviation, dedicated to excellence, and committed to making air travel accessible and sustainable for all. If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding career in the aviation industry, we welcome you to explore our job opportunities and become a part of our success story.

Procurement Process Implementation Manager 

Based in Budapest 

Purpose of the position:

The Procurement Process Implementation Manager will lead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of the end-to-end Purchase Order (PO) and vendor management processes as part of the company's transition from Microsoft Dynamics to SAP S/4HANA and Ariba.

This role acts as the bridge between business operations, finance, and technology—ensuring procurement processes are efficient, standardized, and compliant while supporting the company's operational excellence and cost optimization objectives.

What we offer:

• Base salary and employee bonus scheme
• Unlimited number of significantly discounted and confirmed seating tickets, giving access to a continuously growing network of destinations
• Relocation package (if applicable)
• Life insurance
• AYCM sport pass contracting possibility
• Instant impact, from any level of the organisation, exposure to C-suite management
• Fast career progression, internal mobility and talent management supported by training opportunities (Wizz Academy and bespoke trainings)
• True international and multi-cultural work environment, passionate, driven and diverse teams

Responsibilities:

Process Design & Implementation

• Lead the end-to-end design, configuration, and rollout of the PO process within SAP S/4HANA and Ariba, covering requisition-to-payment.
• Define and implement governance standards, approval workflows, and internal controls to ensure consistency, transparency, and compliance.
• Partner with IT and system integrators to translate business requirements into optimized system configurations and automated workflows.

Master Data & Vendor Management

• Oversee vendor master data governance, ensuring data quality, ownership, and integration across ERP and Ariba systems.
• Ensure the accuracy and maintenance of contract inventories, supplier hierarchies, and compliance documentation.

Stakeholder & Change Management

• Act as the key liaison between Procurement, Finance, Operations, and the Digital/IT functions throughout design and deployment phases.
• Drive user adoption through structured change management, clear communication, and training programs.
• Lead User Acceptance Testing (UAT) and stabilization activities for procurement modules.

Performance & Compliance

• Develop and monitor procurement KPIs and dashboards to measure efficiency, policy adherence, and business impact.
• Ensure compliance with corporate procurement policies, regulatory requirements, and internal/external audit standards.

Continuous Improvement

• Champion process optimization and digitalization initiatives to increase automation, reduce manual intervention, and improve cycle times.
• Identify and implement best practices for strategic sourcing, supplier management, and cost control.
  
  

Requirements:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• 5-7 years of procurement experience, including at least 5 years in a senior or process ownership role within a multinational or complex operational environment.

Technical Expertise:

• Strong knowledge of PO management, procurement processes, and ERP systems.
• Hands-on experience with SAP (S/4HANA, Ariba, or MM module) preferred.
• Strong understanding of master data governance and system integration principles.

Soft Skills:

• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Analytical and structured thinker with the ability to design scalable, practical solutions.
• Strong leadership presence and ability to drive change across functions.

Other Requirements:

• Proficient in MS Office tools (Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint).
• Fluent in English (written and spoken).
• Airline or aviation industry experience is an advantage.

When applying, please only provide valid information regarding your educational background and certificates, as the original documents will be requested during the hiring process.

We look forward to meeting you and learning more about your skills and experience. Join the Wizz Air team and discover the world of opportunities.