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Overview
Work History
Education
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Certification
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Paola Bianca S. Adem

Paola Bianca S. Adem

Cainta

Summary

Dynamic leader with proven expertise in operations and organizational management, honed at Procter and Gamble. Excelled in leading extensive teams, enhancing productivity by fostering collaboration and continuous improvement. Achieved significant advancements in payment operations and stakeholder relations, showcasing exceptional problem-solving and decision-making skills.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Global Serv Mgmt - Cash Acceleration & Logistics

Procter and Gamble
10.2021 - Current
  • Empowered and coached a team of 5 employees to take ownership of their responsibilities, leading to increased accountability in automated tool enhancements and and improved performance outcomes especially in tools governance.
  • Contributed to cash acceleration and value leakage reduction efforts by working with sourcing buyers to identify incorrectly maintained payment terms.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure initiatives are sustainable and in line with company policies.

Insourcing Lead-Invoice Scanning & Posting Process

Procter and Gamble
10.2020 - 10.2021
  • During COVID period, led online hiring, onboarding and training of ~15 new hires to fulfill business requirements for the IMEA region.
  • Established positive and effective communication within the team and organization leadership, reducing miscommunications, and missed deadlines.
  • Built strong relationships with the new organization through transparent leadership style.
  • Conducted regular performance reviews, identifying areas for improvement and developing action plans to address them.

Payment Operations Senior Manager IMEA Region

Procter and Gamble
07.2018 - 09.2020
  • Led a team of ~20 employees. Provided strong leadership to enhance team productivity and morale.
  • Improved team performance by providing comprehensive training and fostering a collaborative work environment.
  • Led cross-functional teams to achieve operations milestones and deliver high-quality results.
  • Established strong relationships with stakeholders and ensuring long-term partnerships..

COUPA Content Implementation Lead – IMEA Region

Procter & Gamble
01.2018 - 06.2018
  • Consistently met or exceeded client expectations for delivered solutions by maintaining high standards of quality and attention to detail throughout the implementation process.
  • Conducted thorough risk assessments for potential implementation roadblocks, developing contingency plans as needed to mitigate issues.
  • Evaluated vendor proposals and selected appropriate partners based on project needs, budget constraints, and overall fit with company objectives.
  • Managed multiple simultaneous projects, maintaining focus on priorities and deadlines while ensuring consistent results.

Third Party Scanning and Posting Governance

Procter and Gamble
07.2017 - 12.2017
  • Managed an internal team of 5 employees ensuring proper controls and governance are in place for invoices scanned and posted by third party supplier.
  • Managed and collaborated with external team leads executing the actual scanning and posting of invoices for all of the IMEA region sites where P&G operates.
  • Achieved monthly targets consistently by prioritizing tasks effectively and staying organized throughout high-volume periods.

Accounts Payable Manager - India and Turkey

Procter and Gamble
01.2014 - 06.2017
  • Managed accurate and timely resolution of invoices that are submitted by suppliers non right first time
  • Reduced payment discrepancies with thorough invoice review, analysis, and reconciliation efforts.
  • Identified process improvement areas to increase productivity

Banking Back Office - ASIA and IMEA Region

Procter & Gamble
04.2011 - 12.2013
  • Ensured timely completion of tasks with strong attention to detail, contributing to a well-functioning back office team.
  • Managed sensitive client information by adhering to strict confidentiality rules and data protection policies.
  • Kept meticulous records using both manual filing systems and digital databases, guaranteeing easy access to essential documents when needed.
  • Streamlined back-office processes for increased efficiency, implementing new software solutions and organizational methods.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Management Accounting

University of San Carlos
Cebu City
04-2011

Skills

  • Operations management
  • Organizational management
  • Problem-solving & Decision Making
  • Continuous improvements
  • Knowledge in SAP systems

Accomplishments

  • Master in Business Process Excellence ,P&G - Philippines Site
  • Master in Payment Services , P&G - Global Source Plan Pay Organization

Certification

  • Situational Leadership II Training
  • Supply Chain Excellence Training
  • 7 Habits of Highly Effective People Training

Timeline

Global Serv Mgmt - Cash Acceleration & Logistics

Procter and Gamble
10.2021 - Current

Insourcing Lead-Invoice Scanning & Posting Process

Procter and Gamble
10.2020 - 10.2021

Payment Operations Senior Manager IMEA Region

Procter and Gamble
07.2018 - 09.2020

COUPA Content Implementation Lead – IMEA Region

Procter & Gamble
01.2018 - 06.2018

Third Party Scanning and Posting Governance

Procter and Gamble
07.2017 - 12.2017

Accounts Payable Manager - India and Turkey

Procter and Gamble
01.2014 - 06.2017

Banking Back Office - ASIA and IMEA Region

Procter & Gamble
04.2011 - 12.2013
  • Situational Leadership II Training
  • Supply Chain Excellence Training
  • 7 Habits of Highly Effective People Training

Bachelor of Science - Management Accounting

University of San Carlos
Paola Bianca S. Adem