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# Product Owner, ICT Purchasing Lead North America

- **Company:** Stellantis
- **Location:** Auburn Hills, MI, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Business Analytics Applications, Information Technology, Data Analytics, Data Management
- **Published:** August 29, 2026
- **Apply:** https://jobs.mitalent.org/job-seeker/job-details/JobCode/404514456

## About the Role

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Supply Chain, Logistics, Finance, Business, or related field required; advanced degree preferred.
Minimum 10 years experience in Purchasing, ICT, Digital Transformation
Strong experience in business partnering at senior leadership level
Deep understanding of procurement processes, supplier management, and sourcing operations
Experience with digital tools and platforms (ERP systems, data platforms such as Palantir, AI/analytics solutions)
Strong financial acumen (budget management, cost optimization, forecasting)
Experience in global and regional matrix organizations
Strong leadership capabilities with ability to operate with high autonomy
Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and influencing skills
Strategic mindset with strong execution discipline

## Description

TheProduct Owner - NA ICT Purchasing Leaderwill have to strengthen regionalization and enhance ICT support for North America.
Reporting directly to the Head of ICT Global Purchasing, this role will act as the single point of entry for Purchasing functions in North America, ensuring strong alignment between global ICT strategy and regional business needs.
This is a high-visibility, business-facing leadership role, requiring strong autonomy and representation capabilities.
The position will partner closely with North America leadership to identify gaps, define the ICT Purchasing roadmap, and drive operational execution, while reinforcing governance, budget discipline, and value creation.

The role is critical to addressing current NA challenges, including process optimization, automation, VCP initiatives, and data/AI adoption, while ensuring effective coordination with ICT NA regional organization., NA Business Partnership & Representation
Act as the primary point of contact for ICT Purchasing in North America
Partner with NA leadership (Purchasing, ICT, Finance) to understand priorities and translate them into actionable roadmaps
Represent ICT Purchasing in NA governance forums and leadership discussions

VCP (Value Chain Performance) & Data, AI Enablement
Support and lead VCP initiatives in NA, including:
PO and pricing fluctuation analysis
Identification of cost-saving opportunities
Value creation tracking and reporting
Drive adoption of data-driven and AI-enabled solutions in NA:

NA ICT Purchasing Strategy & Roadmap
Capture North America-specific requirements and priorities, and define, maintain, and execute a regional ICT Purchasing roadmap derived from and aligned with global priorities.
Ensure alignment between global programs and NA-specific requirements
Identify gaps in ICT support and proactively propose solutions to strengthen regional capabilities

Operational Execution & Performance
Drive end-to-end execution of purchasing activities in NA:
Sourcing support
Supplier management and performance tracking
Procurement operations monitoring (PO flows, pricing, compliance)
Improve responsiveness and delivery performance for NA stakeholders

Process Optimization & Automation
Lead initiatives to optimize NA purchasing processes and increase efficiency
Contribute to continuous improvement of procurement governance and operating models

Governance, Compliance & Risk Management
Identify risks impacting NA delivery and proactively escalate issues
Reinforce governance frameworks and accountability within the region, NA Business Partnership & Representation
Act as the primary point of contact for ICT Purchasing in North America
Partner with NA leadership (Purchasing, ICT, Finance) to understand priorities and translate them into actionable roadmaps
Represent ICT Purchasing in NA governance forums and leadership discussions

VCP (Value Chain Performance) & Data, AI Enablement
Support and lead VCP initiatives in NA, including:
PO and pricing fluctuation analysis
Identification of cost-saving opportunities
Value creation tracking and reporting
Drive adoption of data-driven and AI-enabled solutions in NA:

NA ICT Purchasing Strategy & Roadmap
Capture North America-specific requirements and priorities, and define, maintain, and execute a regional ICT Purchasing roadmap derived from and aligned with global priorities.
Ensure alignment between global programs and NA-specific requirements
Identify gaps in ICT support and proactively propose solutions to strengthen regional capabilities

Operational Execution & Performance
Drive end-to-end execution of purchasing activities in NA:
Sourcing support
Supplier management and performance tracking
Procurement operations monitoring (PO flows, pricing, compliance)
Improve responsiveness and delivery performance for NA stakeholders

Process Optimization & Automation
Lead initiatives to optimize NA purchasing processes and increase efficiency
Contribute to continuous improvement of... For full info follow application link.


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