The Position

　　Join the dynamic Enterprise Data & Platform team at Boehringer Ingelheim, where we collaborate across all business units to create innovative, data-driven solutions. Our international, cross-functional teams work closely with domain experts to unlock the full potential of data for our business.

　　As the Lead Business Consultant and EDGC (Enterprise Data Global Catalogue) Product Owner, you will collaborate with a diverse range of vendors and suppliers. Together, you will deliver high-quality services through our Enterprise Cloud Data ecosystem: BI Dataland. Your role will be pivotal in ensuring that our corporate Data Catalogue solution transforms data assets into new ideas and initiatives, all while maintaining compliance and security.

　　This exciting role can be filled in either Germany or Spain.

　　If you want to apply for the position in Spain please use this link: https://jobs.boehringer-ingelheim.com/job/Sant-Cugat-del-Vall%C3%A8s-Product-Owner-Spai/1026637601/

　　If you want to apply for the position in Germany (Ingelheim) click "Apply now".

　　We kindly ask you to apply for the Boehringer Ingelheim location that is closest to your country of residence.

　　Tasks & responsibilities

　　Manage the product's prioritized backlog, ensuring its transparency, visibility, and understanding for the agile team. This will involve constant refinement with your team and stakeholders, keeping small and valuable increments at the top.

　　Software development activities within an Agile mindset. Regular communication with the development teams will be key, ensuring the product increment aligns with the conveyed vision. Part of your duties will include effective negotiation, setting correct expectations, and explaining the functionality the teams are working on.

　　Maximize the value of the agile team's efforts through analysis, research, and other necessary work. Respecting the development team's ownership of the "HOW" will be crucial, and this may sometimes impact priorities. Quality will be a non-negotiable standard that you must uphold.

　　Be entrusted with the task of tracking the metrics and indicators throughout the product lifecycle. Your strength in standing firm and diplomatically declining requests or suggestions that do not align with the product's vision or scope will be highly valued. Your ability to prioritize tasks in sync with the company's strategy and objectives will be essential.

　　Finally, you will contribute to Product Owners' synchronization sessions to align work cadence, releases, and the overall ecosystem vision. You will have the decision-making power to set product priorities, going beyond being a mere "command executor" or "proxy".

　　Requirements

　　Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or comparable experience

　　International professional experience in IT is highly desirable, bonus points if you have worked in the pharmaceutical industry

　　Multiple years working experience as an interface between internal and external business partners and the ability to connect and collaborate

　　At least few year’s of experience as a Product Owner, particularly with data-driven or data-intelligence products is needed as well as experience with Agile Product Development principles and methods

　　Familiarity with tools like JIRA, AWS, Collibra, and concepts like Data Management and Data Governance

　　Demonstrated project management skills, especially in implementing complex projects or cross-functional IT programs

　　An analytical mindset is crucial to distil complex information and commitment to continuous improvement

　　Clear communication of product vision and technical matters to a diverse audience and the ability to build consensus are essential

　　Availability to travel occasionally (approx. 20% of the time)

　　Excellent communication skills in English

　　Ready to contact us?

　　If you have any questions about the job posting or process - please contact our HR Direct Team, Tel: +49 (0) 6132 77-3330 or via mail: [email protected]

　　Recruitment process:

　　Step 1: Online application - application deadline is February 2, 2024.

　　Please include the following documents when applying for this position: CV

　　Please submit your application documents in English.

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　　All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to a person’s actual or perceived race, including natural hairstyles, hair texture and protective hairstyles; color; creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; citizenship status, marital status; gender, gender identity or expression; sexual orientation, mental, physical or intellectual disability, veteran status; pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition; genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing) or any other class or characteristic protected by applicable law.