GRN Executive

GRN Executive Gradiant India Private Limited Chennai, India 5/18/25 Project Management

Gradiant is a global solutions provider and developer of cleantech water projects.

We focus on industrial water solutions, water reuse, waste minimization, Minimum Liquid Discharge (MLD), Zero Liquid Discharge (ZLD), and resource recovery of precious metals and minerals. Our workforce, exceeding 1200 dedicated global employees, operates under the umbrella of Gradiant Corporation, based in USA, and regional headquarters, Gradiant International Holdings, located in Singapore, alongside 23 offices spanning across sixteen countries. We take pride in our Global R&D Innovation Centre based in Singapore, which stands at the forefront of technological and environmental advancements.

German Proficiency mandatory.

Core Responsibilities And Tasks

• Accurately process material and service GRNs in SAP S/4HANA for global projects.
• Validate GRN requests against supporting documents (3 way match).
• Complete knowledge of the entire Accounts Payable process.
• Reconcile discrepancies between Purchase Orders, Delivery Notes, and Invoices and coordinate with stakeholders for resolution.
• Work closely with German-speaking stakeholder to ensure proper documentation and issue resolution.
• Ensure timely posting of GRNs to avoid delays in downstream financial processes.
• Maintain meticulous records of GRN transactions for audit and compliance purposes.
• Ensure adherence to company policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with Procurement, Project Teams, Accounts Payable, and Finance teams to address GRN-related queries.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance process efficiency and accuracy within the shared services framework.
• Engage with German-speaking stakeholder to resolve GRN discrepancies, invoice issues, and payment queries.
• Translate and review procurement-related documents from German to English and vice versa.
• Technical Vocabulary Mastery – Strong grasp of procurement, supply chain, accounts payable, and financial terminology in both German and English.
• FORMAL EDUCATION:
• Bachelor’s degree in business, Finance, Accounting, Commerce, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• Professional certifications in Supply Chain Management / SAP are an advantage
• KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE:
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in GRN processing for Global projects
• Fluency in German (B2 level or native) and English (written & spoken).
• Hands-on experience with SAP (MM/FI modules preferred) for GRN processing.
• Experience in procurement, supply chain, GRN processing, or accounts payable.
• Strong understanding of invoice matching, purchase orders, and payment processing.
• Prior experience in a shared services center or multinational company.
• Excellent problem-solving skills to handle mismatches and discrepancies.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data management tools.
• Proven experience working in shared services operations.
• Advanced skills in Excel for data analysis and reporting.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work under tight deadlines.
• LANGUAGE & COMMUNICATION SKILLS:
• Fluency in German (B2 level) and English – Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Global Project & Stakeholder Management – Ability to interact effectively with German-speaking stakeholder and internal teams.
• Review procurement-related materials to ensure clarity, accuracy, and consistency in both languages.
• Translate procurement documents, purchase orders (POs), contracts, invoices, and policies from German to English and vice versa.
• Ensure translations are precise, legally complaint, and contextually accurate.
• Cross-Cultural Communication – Experience working in an international business environment with cross-functional and remote teams.
• Navigate cultural and linguistic nuances when working with German and international stakeholders.
• Draft, proofread, and send professional emails in German and English.
  
  

Gradiant is an equal-opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.