Upstream procurement Product Tech Team Lead - #45462

“Join a team where technology meets craftsmanship, driving the digital evolution of our sourcing and supplier management solutions to support the excellence of our Maisons.”

CONTEXT

As our Maisons continue to scale and innovate, the complexity of our global vendor landscape and supply chain requires robust, future-proof technological foundations. Group Technology – Operations and Services is at the heart of this transformation. By modernizing our Source-to-Pay (S2P) lifecycle, we ensure seamless data flows from procurement to downstream supply chain, logistics, and manufacturing processes. This role is critical in bridging enterprise IT architecture with procurement excellence, ensuring our technological investments support the long-term vision and heritage of Richemont.

HOW WILL YOU MAKE AN IMPACT?

Mission: The Tech Team Lead acts as the primary technical authority within the Source Product team. You will translate product strategy into a comprehensive technical roadmap and release plan, ensuring delivery quality, solution integrity, and the robust adoption of Agile and DevOps practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Sourcing & Technical Leadership: Provide architectural guidance and partner closely with the Product Owner and Solution Architect to align with enterprise standards for security, compliance, and governance. You will lead a team of Product Business Analysts, Solution Engineers, and specialists to define and enforce best practices for our supplier and contract management solutions.
• Operational Buying & Solution Design: Drive the technical design, configuration, and implementation of new functionalities across SAP MDG-S (supplier master data), SAP Ariba SLP (supplier lifecycle performance), and Sirion (contract lifecycle management). You will architect integration points to ensure seamless data flow and process orchestration.
• Stakeholder Management & Cross-Functional Alignment: Act as the primary technical point of contact for business stakeholders and other IT teams. You will communicate complex concepts clearly to non-technical audiences and collaborate with Rollouts stakeholders to align deliverables with budgets and timelines.
• Operational Excellence & Resilience: Embed automated testing, observability, and incident response practices into the product lifecycle. You will track key delivery metrics (deployment frequency, MTTR, adoption) and oversee the resolution of complex technical issues.
  
  

HOW WILL YOU EXPERIENCE SUCCESS WITH US?

To thrive in this environment, you must bring a deep understanding of enterprise architecture, an appreciation for cross-domain data flows (interfacing with logistics and manufacturing), and the ability to navigate complex stakeholder landscapes.

Technical Profile

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
• 7+ years of IT experience, with at least 3+ years in a technical leadership role.
• Deep hands-on expertise with SAP MDG-S (configuration, data modeling, workflow) and extensive experience with SAP Ariba SLP.
• Proven experience implementing and managing the Sirion tool for contract lifecycle management.
• Strong integration architecture experience (SAP PI/PO, SAP CPI, APIs) connecting procurement systems with SAP ECC/S/4HANA and understanding downstream impacts on supply chain and manufacturing modules.
• Familiarity with cloud-based solutions (SaaS/IaaS), software licensing models, and robust IT asset management.
  
  

Soft Skills

• Diplomacy & Communication: Clear communication and the ability to translate technical concepts for business stakeholders.
• Negotiation & Vendor Management: Conflict resolution skills and a proven ability to build solid relationships with external editors and technology partners.
• Leadership & Empathy: A collaborative coaching mindset dedicated to mentoring team members, managing workloads, and fostering a culture of continuous learning.
• Systems Thinking: An outcome-oriented approach with strong business acumen and operational discipline.
  
  

HOW DO WE KEEP YOU SMILING?

At Richemont, your journey is supported by an environment that values your autonomy and technical vision. You will have the opportunity to shape the core systems that empower our Maisons globally. We offer a dynamic, fast-paced environment where your systemic thinking and operational discipline will directly influence our digital transformation. You will work alongside diverse, cross-functional teams, enjoying a culture that champions continuous learning and technical excellence.