Stryker

Manager, Business Process Expert Team (Customer Experience)

Amsterdam, Netherlands Full time
Work Flexibility: Hybrid

In this role, you will lead a team of professionals responsible for designing, optimizing, and governing end‑to‑end Order-To-Cash (OTC) processes that enable scalable, efficient, and digitally‑enabled operations across the international supply chain.

You will collaborate closely with subject matter experts (SMEs), data & analytics, technology teams (e.g. RPA, EDI), and business leaders to ensure processes are fit‑for‑purpose, future‑oriented, and aligned to strategic objectives. This is a highly influential role in which you will drive process excellence, build governance frameworks, and contribute to major transformation initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and develop the Business Process Expert team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and cross‑functional collaboration.
  • Own and govern critical end‑to‑end OTC processes; develop process standards, documentation, KPIs, and governance models.
  • Partner with senior Customer Experience leadership to define process strategy and roadmap aligned with business goals and upcoming technology capabilities.
  • Drive process harmonization and simplification, ensuring consistency across regions, markets, and functions.
  • Support large‑scale transformation programs, including ERP enhancements, digital solutions, automation, and data enablement initiatives.
  • Identify opportunities for operational efficiency, automation, and performance improvement using data‑driven insights.
  • Collaborate with IT and Product teams on system requirements, solution design, and change management.
  • Ensure compliance with operational standards, internal controls, regulatory requirements, and best‑practice methodologies.
  • Champion change management and help teams adopt new processes through training, communication, and engagement.

What You Need:

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field. 
  • 8+ years of experience in process management, supply chain operations, customer service, transformation, or a similar area. 
  • Proven experience leading teams and influencing stakeholders at multiple levels. 
  • Strong knowledge of process frameworks, such as BPM, Lean, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies. 
  • Demonstrated ability to operate in complex, international environments. 
  • Experience working with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar) and/or digital process design tools. 
  • Exceptional problemsolving, analytical thinking, and communication skills.
  • A passion for simplifying complexity and enabling teams to work smarter.
  • Fluent English.

Travel Percentage: 20%