Description

We are seeking a results-driven Global Program Manager to lead the implementation and management of a global corporate credit card program across multiple regions. This strategic role will collaborate across Finance, Procurement, Treasury, IT and HR to ensure a successful rollout aligned with operational, financial, and compliance requirements worldwide.

This is a fix-term 2 years contract (with a potential to extend).

You will report to the Procurement Category Manager and Group Treasurer

The successful candidate:

• Will have experience in rolling-out and managing card solutions (T&E, purchase cards, virtual cards)
• Will strategically develop and expand the selected card solutions
• Will design and implement the operations to manage the credit card program from a shared service center
• Lead the end-to-end global rollout of a standardized business credit card program.
• Define and implement program governance, policies, and controls aligned with T&E and procurement.
• Manage relationships with card issuers.
• Partner with IT and Finance teams to integrate card feeds into ERP platform (Oracle).
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and local tax laws.
• Drive change management to support global adoption and policy alignment.
• Coordinate tasks completion with internal and external teams
• Monitor KPIs: adoption rate, policy compliance, cost savings.
• Provide support, training, and communication plans for employees and stakeholders.
• Continuously improve processes, controls, and vendor performance.

Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, or related field

Experience, Skills and competencies:

• 7+ years in program/project management in global finance, treasury, or procurement
• Experience with corporate card programs or global payments.
• Background with global card issuers (Amex, Visa, etc.).
• Good knowledge of Oracle Finance and T&E
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional, international teams.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficient in project management.
• Fluent in English (must have); other languages a plus.
• Strong project management skills, with a demonstrated ability to lead and manage cross-functional teams
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with internal and external stakeholders at all levels
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a keen attention to detail
• Reasoning skills to analyze disparate information flows
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work well under pressure
• Goal-oriented and action focused, yet comfortable working with ambiguity
• Strong motivating and influencing skills at all levels of the organization
• Strong critical thinking and quantitative analysis skills
• Spend analytics and reporting experience.
• Global change management success
• Collaboration / Networking skills

Please send your CV in English

Additional Info

Why SGS?

• Join a globally recognized and stable company, a leader in the Testing, Inspection, and Certification (TIC) industry.
• Enjoy a flexible schedule and work model.
• Access SGS University and Campus for continuous learning options.
• Thrive in a multinational environment, collaborating with colleagues from multiple continents.
• Benefit from our comprehensive benefits platform.

Join Us: At SGS, we are dedicated to fostering an open, friendly, and supportive culture that thrives on teamwork. We value diversity and provide endless opportunities to learn, grow your expertise, and fulfill your potential. 

Company Description

We are SGS – the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.

At SGS, we have an open corporate and international culture. We offer a dynamic work environment in a leading global company. Our high professional standards and our sustainability approach guarantee you a future-oriented work environment. We invest in our employees for the long term and are committed to supporting your development within the company. Our business principles include: Integrity, Health, Safety & Environment, Quality & Professionalism, Respect, Sustainability, and Leadership.