Product Owner, ICT Purchasing Lead – North America

Reporting directly to the Head of ICT Global Purchasing, this role strengthens regionalization and enhances ICT support for North America, acting as the single point of entry for Purchasing functions in the region. The position ensures strong alignment between global ICT strategy and regional business needs, partnering closely with North America leadership to identify gaps, define the ICT Purchasing roadmap, and drive operational execution.

Responsibilities

• 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

Requirements

• 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, or 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

Benefits

• Comprehensive Health & Well-being Coverage
  • Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage from day one
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for confidential personal and professional support
• Family Building Benefits
  • Support for fertility and infertility treatments, adoption services, and gestational surrogacy
• Generous Paid Time Off
  • 17+ paid holidays, including year-end shut-down (December 24th – New Year’s Day)
  • Vacation, float & wellbeing days, sick time, and fully paid parental leave
• Competitive Retirement Savings Plans
  • Employer match on 401k, Roth, and Catch-Up contributions
  • Employer contribution regardless of employee contribution
• Income Protection & Insurance Options
  • Employer-provided and voluntary life insurance, group accident, critical illness, and other coverage options
• Company Vehicle Lease Program
  • Eligible employees and immediate families can lease Stellantis vehicles with insurance, maintenance, and unlimited miles included
  • Exclusive discounts on Stellantis products
• Support for Growth and Giving Back
  • Tuition reimbursement and student loan refinancing programs
  • 18 paid volunteer hours annually for community engagement