Product Owner, ICT Purchasing Lead - North America

Senior Manager - NA ICT Purchasing Leader will strengthen regionalization and enhance ICT support for North America. Reporting directly to the Head of ICT Global Purchasing, this role acts 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 partners 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. Key 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 elevate issues. Reinforce governance frameworks and accountability within the region. Basic Qualifications 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. At Stellantis, we assess candidates based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We welcome applications from all people without regard to sex, age, ethnicity, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or any characteristic protected by law. We believe that diverse teams reflect our identity as a global company, enabling us to better address the evolving needs of our customers and care for our future. #J-18808-Ljbffr Stellantis