IT Product Owner - Core Finance
Buchs, St. Gallen, Switzerland
What's the role?
We are looking for an experienced IT Product Owner for Core Finance (General Ledger, Asset Accounting and Controlling). As the IT Product Owner, you will drive the area with IT & Business counterparts to improve and digitize customer experience as well as add new value propositions for our customers & users. You will ensure the area’s economic succes and by working in close collaboration with your global business stakeholders & development team, you will drive activities for grooming, implementation and operation of your product. Your innovative mindset will help enable business excellence and customer satisfaction through value-adding global IT solutions.
Who is Hilti?
For more than a decade, Hilti has been recognized by Great Place to Work as one of the best places to work. Founded in 1941 by the Hilti brothers, we have over 120 locations globally carrying right into our lives and homes. Where people are exploring possibilities, leveraging their potential, owning their personal development, and growing lasting careers. We offer innovative solutions for the construction industry, emphasizing a passionate, inclusive team and a performance-driven culture. A substantial amount of our profit goes to the Hilti Foundation, promoting societal growth and sustainable impact.
What does the role involve?
As an IT Product Owner, you are responsible for respective IT Solutions that fall under area Core Finance (General Ledger, Asset Accounting and Controlling). You will need to Plan, Build and Run the complete solution that fits to our IT landscape and provide operational excellence to our respective business. You’ll identify and analyze business requirements for creative and innovative IT solutions based on business needs and strategic requirements. You will be responsible for defining the roadmap together with the business team and will work on our SAP system landscape towards S/4HANA for Finance & Controlling processes. You will oversee every outcome, decision and activity related to a solution for which the scope is defined. Decisions are prepared and actions taken based on deep understanding of Hilti Business Model, specific product area and corresponding IT strategy & guidelines. Furthermore, you’ll manage stakeholder relations, make decisions based on financial benefits & business impact, prioritize the backlog, create user stories for functional and non-functional requirements, run demos and basic trainings and will own the support process. Additionally, you will be expected to work on agile approach for delivering fast results. You will be expected to coach juniors in the area so they can quickly work independently.
You will be part of a global and diverse team located in Buchs - Switzerland. You will be actively working with IT colleagues in other strategic IT location (Kuala Lumpur – Malaysia and Tulsa - US) and with our business stakeholders around the world.
We live Diversity and Inclusion. We develop and manage our team members based on trust and empowerment. Our values are integrity, courage, teamwork, and commitment.
What do we offer?
Buchs, Switzerland, combines stunning Alpine views with cultural richness and significant IT career opportunities. Join the Global IT team and impact the digital evolution of construction and manufacturing. Your skills will flourish in this agile setting amidst the Swiss/Austrian Alps. Embark on a diverse IT career with Hilti in Buchs by exploring global and local roles. Benefits at our headquarters include shared e-bikes, an on-site gym, dining options, learning opportunities, financial guidance, free parking, fuel discounts, workation, sabbatical, meditation / relaxation rooms, Hilti tool rental service, massage possibilities and relocation support.
Why should you apply?
At Hilti, we thrive on teamwork and the ability to challenge and develop each other every day, regardless of background. Our ideal team members will quickly acquire and apply new technical expertise, using advanced tools and analytical methods to develop solutions. They will make informed decisions based on a deep understanding of our business model, specific product areas, and IT strategy.
We offer a clearly defined career development track for every employee and reward performance. Working side by side with partners, colleagues, and teams on tough problems is something we truly enjoy.
What you need is:
- Bachelor or master’s degree in information technology, Computer Science, or in a related field.
- At least 3-5 years of experience as SAP FI/CO Consultant in SAP ERP 6.0 environment / S/4HANA including interfaces with external systems (e.g., tax reporting). Debugging skills in ABAP is beneficial.
- Have an interest to work on understanding and defining the business process together with sustainability business with certain coding into the system.
- Strong drive for success and high level of commitment into the role
Does this sound like you? We look forward to your application! For further questions, please feel free to contact Rohit Jain Global Head Corporate Functions IT, Selcuk Kayaci Head of Finance Services or Monica Garcia Talent Acquisition Business Partner, monica.garciasantos@hilti.com .
*For non-EU / EFTA citizens: Please state your eligibility status to work in Switzerland / Liechtenstein and note that if you do not own a valid Swiss / Liechtenstein work permit, Hilti cannot guarantee your final employment due to authority regulations.
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Hilti is an equal opportunity employer.
