IT Product Owner Analyst, Purchasing & Supply Chain Systems

Job description

The IT Product Owner Analyst, Purchasing & Supply Chain Systems is responsible for leading the procurement, vendor management, operational support, and lifecycle management of enterprise applications that support Purchasing and Supply Chain business functions. This role serves as the primary liaison between Purchasing business stakeholders, IT teams, software vendors, and external service providers to ensure applications are reliable, cost-effective, secure, and aligned with business objectives.

The position combines application support leadership with strategic sourcing, contract management, and vendor governance responsibilities. As the IT representative for Purchasing, this position provides executive-level visibility into value creation initiatives, transformation programs, AI-enabled procurement capabilities, operational risks, and mitigation strategies. The role maintains end-to-end accountability for Purchasing technology deliverables, ensuring alignment across sourcing, procurement operations, supply chain, finance, and IT functions to achieve cost, quality, timing, and capacity objectives.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Lead support and maintenance activities for Purchasing and Procurement applications. Ensure application availability, performance, and adherence to service-level agreements (SLAs). Manage incident, problem, and change management processes. Coordinate application upgrades, patches, testing, and releases. Drive continuous improvement initiatives to realize value for the organization.

Partner with Purchasing, Supply Chain, Finance, and IT stakeholders to understand business requirements. Translate business needs into technology solutions and support strategies. Facilitate prioritization of enhancement requests and project initiatives. Support strategic Purchasing technology initiatives and digital transformation programs. Lead cross-functional teams to deliver application enhancements and system integrations.

Ensure compliance with corporate IT governance, cybersecurity, and procurement policies.

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Purchasing, Finance, Supply Chain, Engineering or related field.

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in Purchasing, Finance, Engineering or related areas Experience in SAP Strong organizational skills; excels in fast-paced, complex environments
• Strong negotiation skills and the ability to think and act strategically Self-motivated, resourceful, and able to manage multiple projects Results-oriented leader with experience guiding cross-functional teams
• Excellent communication skills; comfortable with all management levels
• Demonstrated ability to lead through influence, manage priorities, communicate effectively at executive level, and drive results in a complex, cross-functional and fast-paced environment.

Effective under pressure; strong interpersonal skills Preferred Qualifications: Previous Buyer experience Advanced SAP with direct and indirect material cost and good receipts. Global Sourcing Tool experience AI and Machine Learning experience Palantir Foundry and AIP Snowflake Our Benefits — Designed with You in Mind Comprehensive Health & Well-being Coverage From your very first day, you'll have access to medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage — ensuring you and your family stay healthy and protected.

Generous Paid Time Off We believe in work-life balance.

That's why we offer

17+ paid holidays, including shut-down from December 24th through New Years Day every year. Vacation, float & wellbeing days, sick time and fully paid parental leave when your family needs you most. Competitive Retirement Savings Plans We help you plan for the future with: An employer match on contributions to your 401k, Roth, and Catch-Up plans An employer contribution, even if you don't contribute Income Protection & Insurance Options Benefit from included and optional disability, life, and other insurance programs — because your peace of mind matters.

Company Vehicle Lease Program Eligible employees and their immediate families can enjoy company vehicle lease options with included insurance, maintenance, and unlimited mileage. Plus, take advantage of exclusive discounts on Stellantis products. Family Building Benefit We proudly support all paths to parenthood- including fertility and infertility treatments, adoption services, and gestational surrogacy. Support for Your Growth and Giving Back We believe in investing in your future and your passions: Tuition reimbursement Student loan refinancing programs 18 paid volunteer hours each year to make a difference in your community And so much more!

When you join us, you're not just building a career — you're joining a company that supports you, inside and outside of work.