Director, Corporate Services - Enterprise Procurement Product Owner

$160,000 - $215,000/Yr

Mizuho - New York, NY

Full-time - Mid Level

Hybrid - New York, NY

1,001-5,000 employees

About the position

The Enterprise Procurement Product Owner will optimize the purchasing process through technology by collaborating with stakeholders across Procurement and IT departments. This role focuses on identifying areas for automation and improvement, championing development and implementation with a holistic approach, and requires a strong background in procurement with expertise in designing and implementing projects and process improvements.

Responsibilities

• Partner with business stakeholders and IT teams to define the product vision and roadmap for procurement applications.
• Gather and analyze business requirements to translate them into tangible outcomes.
• Prioritize and manage the product backlog in alignment with IT & business objectives.
• Lead projects and initiatives in the procurement transformation to align with industry best practices.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define process architecture and design solutions that meet business requirements.
• Conduct business analysis to identify areas for process improvement and develop strategies for implementation.
• Monitor and measure performance with key performance indicators (KPIs) and create metrics to measure the effectiveness of the implemented processes.
• Manage projects related to transformation including planning, execution, and monitoring.
• Provide leadership and guidance to team members involved in procurement initiatives.
• Develop and deliver training programs to educate staff on new processes and procedures.

Requirements

• Experience in product development as a Product Owner or Business Analyst.
• In-depth understanding of procurement processes and industry best practice including financial tracking.
• Bachelor's degree in computer science, IT, or related field is preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in IT, with a focus on process architecture, process improvement, business analysis, and project management.
• Strong understanding of ITIL (Information Technology Infrastructure Library) framework.
• Proven track record of successfully leading IT delivery transformation initiatives.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen attention to detail and the ability to quickly grasp complex business concepts.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.

Benefits

• Opportunity to make a significant impact on the efficiency and effectiveness of the P2P function.
• Work in a fast-paced environment.
• Be part of a collaborative and supportive team.
• Discretionary bonus eligibility.