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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # ICT Finance Systems Lead - North America - **Company:** Stellantis - **Location:** Auburn Hills, MI, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Business Analytics Applications, Data Analysis, Business Systems, Data Integrity, Systems Integration, Enterprise Data Management, Information Technology, Api Management - **Published:** July 24, 2026 - **Apply:** https://careers.stellantis.com/job/23432055/ict-finance-systems-lead-north-america-auburn-hills-mi/ ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Supply Chain, Logistics, Finance, Business, or related field required; advanced degree preferred. * Minimum 5 years of experience supporting enterprise business systems, operational platforms, or mission-critical applications in automotive, manufacturing, logistics, or industrial environments. * Proven experience serving as a lead SME, systems owner, or technical lead for business-critical applications. * Strong understanding of customs operations, trade compliance, import/export processes, or cross-border logistics. * Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and influence stakeholders without direct authority. * Excellent communication, analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. * Experience managing vendors, external partners, or strategic suppliers in a complex enterprise environment., * Experience supporting customs brokerage systems, trade compliance platforms, or global logistics technologies. * Knowledge of USMCA, Free Trade Agreements, customs regulations, and duty recovery processes. * Experience with ERP integrations, EDI/API integrations, and enterprise data management. * Familiarity with automation technologies, AI-enabled solutions, analytics platforms, or digital transformation initiatives. * Experience with ITIL processes, production support governance, and operational service management. ## Description QuantitativeValue 1000000.0 1.0 YEAR 2026-05-28 The ICT Finance Systems (NA) - Systems Lead serves as the technical and functional lead for North American customs systems, providing strategic oversight, solution leadership, and operational governance for mission-critical import/export platforms. This role is accountable for end-to-end system ownership, ensuring operational continuity, compliance, data integrity, and alignment with evolving business and regulatory requirements. The role partners closely with North American Customs Operations, Logistics & Export Operations, external customs brokers, consulting and audit partners, and strategic suppliers to deliver scalable and secure customs technology solutions supporting vehicle and parts cross-border operations. As a senior SME and trusted advisor, this position drives modernization initiatives, process standardization, and enterprise-wide improvements that enhance customs compliance, operational efficiency, and duty optimization outcomes., Technical & Functional Leadership * Serve as the primary technical and functional authority for North American customs systems and related integrations. * Provide strategic solution direction, governance, and decision-making support for mission- and business-critical customs processes. * Lead cross-functional alignment between ICT, Customs Operations, Logistics, external brokers, and strategic vendors. * Influence enterprise customs technology strategy and roadmap planning. * Operational Ownership & Production Support * Ensure stability, availability, and performance of customs systems supporting vehicle and parts import/export operations and production schedules. * Lead production incident, problem, and risk management activities for critical operational issues. * Drive root cause analysis, corrective actions, and long-term process and system improvements. * Ensure compliance with cybersecurity, audit, and enterprise operational standards. Compliance & Trade Operations * Support key compliance pillars including: + Mandatory Declarations + USMCA enforcement + Trade security initiatives + Free Trade Agreement (FTA) compliance + Duty recovery and optimization + Customs reporting and audit support * Partner with business stakeholders to ensure systems align with changing customs regulations and operational requirements. * Support audit readiness and regulatory compliance activities across North American operations. Solution Delivery & Modernization * Translate complex business requirements into scalable technical solutions and executable delivery plans. * Lead modernization initiatives leveraging automation, analytics, AI, and data quality improvements. * Drive standardization and simplification of customs processes and systems across regions where feasible. * Oversee supplier delivery execution, ensuring alignment to scope, timelines, budget, and quality expectations. Stakeholder & Vendor Management * Act as the primary liaison between ICT leadership, customs business teams, and external strategic suppliers. * Provide concise executive-level communication regarding project status, operational risks, escalations, and key decisions. * Ensure vendors and service providers meet SLAs, cybersecurity standards, operational requirements, and delivery expectations. * Mentor and guide junior analysts, project contributors, and support teams as needed. ## Related Videos - [Car's are Technology on Wheels - Impact of Software and IT Competence in Automotive](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/780-car-s-are-technology-on-wheels-impact-of-software-and-it-competence-in-automotive) - [Data Science in Retail](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/586-data-science-in-retail) - [Exploring 5 Key Applications of AI Abundance with Blockchain Assurance](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/971-exploring-5-key-applications-of-ai-abundance-with-blockchain-assurance) - [From APIs to MCP: Enterprise Governance, Registry, and Controls](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100336-from-apis-to-mcp-enterprise-governance-registry-and-controls) - [Inside Mercedes-Benz: How CIO Katrin Lehmann is Empowering 5,000 Developers and Driving Digital Change](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1360-inside-mercedes-benz-how-cio-katrin-lehmann-is-empowering-5-000-developers-and-driving-digital-change) - [Data Science on Software Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/162-data-science-on-software-data) ## Related Articles - [How software is steering vehicle technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/515-how-software-is-steering-vehicle-technology) - [What Industries Outside of AI Are Hiring The Most AI Experts?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/98-what-industries-outside-of-ai-are-hiring-the-most-ai-experts) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology) - [Navigating the AI Shift](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/629-navigating-the-ai-shift) - [Top-Paying Tech Jobs (with Salaries)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/372-top-paying-tech-jobs-with-salaries)