Company Overview

With 80,000 customers across 150 countries, UKG is the largest U.S.-based private software company in the world. And we're only getting started. Ready to bring your bold ideas and collaborative mindset to an organization that still has so much more to build and achieve? Read on.

At UKG, you get more than just a job. You get to work with purpose. Our team of U Krewers are on a mission to inspire every organization to become a great place to work through our award-winning HR technology built for all.

Here, we know that you're more than your work. That's why our benefits help you thrive personally and professionally, from wellness programs and tuition reimbursement to U Choose - a customizable expense reimbursement program that can be used for more than 200+ needs that best suit you and your family, from student loan repayment, to childcare, to pet insurance. Our inclusive culture, active and engaged employee resource groups, and caring leaders value every voice and support you in doing the best work of your career. If you're passionate about our purpose - people -then we can't wait to support whatever gives you purpose. We're united by purpose, inspired by you.

• Develop and implement strategies to optimize payment processes and systems to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
• Analyse current payment operations, identify improvement areas, and implement best practices.
• Collaborate with technology and finance teams to integrate and upgrade payment technologies.
• Manage relationships with payment vendors and partners to ensure optimal service delivery and performance.
• Evaluate vendor performance regularly and make recommendations for improvements or changes.
• Negotiate contracts with vendors to secure the best terms and cost-effective solutions for the company.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate payment-related risks, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Develop and maintain a risk management framework for payment operations.
• Collaborate with compliance and legal teams to ensure adherence to industry standards and regulations.
• Lead negotiations for payment processing and vendor contracts to achieve favorable terms.
• Develop negotiation strategies that align with company goals and financial objectives.
• Work with internal stakeholders to understand needs and priorities to guide negotiation efforts.
• Lead and develop a high-performing vendor partners footprint.
• Align the payments strategy with the overall business strategy and financial goals.
• Monitor industry trends and innovations to keep the company at the forefront of payment technologies.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including finance, technology, and operations, to ensure payment processes meet business needs.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders to provide updates on payment operations and projects.

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, or a related field; MBA or relevant master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 10-15 years of experience in payment operations, vendor management, and risk management.
• Proven track record of successful negotiations and vendor relationship management.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and make data-driven decisions.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Knowledge of payment processing technologies, trends, and regulatory requirements.
• Experience in payroll industry an advantage.