Product Owner with Supply Chain Management

Job Title: Product Owner

Location: Dearborn, MI

Employment Type: Long term contract

Preferred Local Candidates.

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Product Owner with a strong background in Automotive Supply Logistics. The ideal candidate will be responsible for defining the vision of our product, prioritizing the backlog, and ensuring that the development team delivers high-quality solutions that meet customer needs.

This role requires a deep understanding of the automotive supply chain and logistics processes, as well as the ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.

Responsibilities:

• Define and communicate the product vision and roadmap to stakeholders and team members.
• Prioritize and manage the product backlog, ensuring alignment with business goals and customer needs.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, design, and marketing, to deliver high-quality products on time.
• Gather and analyze feedback from customers and stakeholders to inform product decisions and enhancements.
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify trends and opportunities in the automotive supply logistics sector.
• Facilitate agile ceremonies, including sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives, to ensure effective team collaboration.
• Act as the primary point of contact for product-related inquiries and updates.
• Monitor product performance and metrics, making data-driven decisions to optimize product features and functionality.

Mandatory Skills:

• Extensive knowledge of Automotive Supply Logistics, including supply chain management, inventory control, and distribution processes.
• Proven experience as a Product Owner or similar role in an agile environment.
• Strong understanding of agile methodologies and frameworks, such as Scrum or Kanban.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
• 10-15 years of experience in product management, with a focus on automotive supply logistics.
• Relevant certifications in product management or agile methodologies (e.g., Certified Scrum Product Owner) are a plus.
• If you are a passionate Product Owner with a strong background in Automotive Supply Logistics and are looking to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment, we encourage you to apply.