Business Process & Automation Lead

Stellantisfinancialservices; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Stellantisfinancialservices seeks a Business Process & Automation Lead in Auburn Hills, Michigan. This role focuses on driving digital transformation in Purchasing by streamlining workflows and leveraging data and AI for operational improvements.

Ideal candidates will have 10+ years in the automotive industry or IT, possess strong analytical and communication skills, and be adept in leading cross-functional teams. A Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field is mandatory.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in the automotive industry or IT.
• Ability to manage multiple services or initiatives with varying complexity.
• Highly proactive and visionary with a track record of driving innovation.

Responsibilities

• Drive process-first digital transformation across Purchasing.
• Translate process pain points into scalable data products, analytics, and AI solutions.

Skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Proficiency with Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel, and Word

Strong negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills

Ability to work effectively across global teams

Education

Bachelor of Science degree in Business or equivalent

Job description

The Business Process & Automation Lead is accountable for driving process‑first digital transformation across Purchasing by identifying, redesigning, and automating high‑impact business workflows.

The role ensures that Data & AI initiatives are anchored in measurable operational outcomes rather than isolated technology use cases.

This role operates at the intersection of business process expertise and data enablement, working closely with Product Owners to translate process pain points into scalable data products, analytics, and AI solutions. The role complements existing PRSY and Purchasing process ownership by focusing on future‑state process design and automation, not day‑to‑day execution.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Business, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Finance, Marketing, Economics, International Business, Accounting, Entrepreneurship, Engineering, or equivalent; Other technical degrees with business background also considered
• 10+ years of experience in the automotive industry or IT.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple services or initiatives with varying complexity
• Proficiency with Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel, and Word
• Ability to work effectively across global teams and organizational levels, Proven ability to lead cross‑functional teams and drive purchasing strategies in a fast‑paced environment
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and problem‑solving skills
• Highly proactive and visionary, with a track record of driving innovation and continuous improvement
• Ability to communicate effectively with international teams and supplier