Product Lifecycle Global Process Owner

Role Title: Product Lifecycle Global Process Owner  

Location(s) of role: Mohali

Bunge has an exciting opportunity available for a Product Lifecycle Global Process Owner. In this role, you will be part of a global team working on challenging, meaningful projects impacting core business activities. Since 1818, Bunge has been connecting farmers to consumers to deliver essential food, feed, and fuel to the world. Looking to the future, our ambition is to continuously reinvent ourselves, leveraging data to be at the forefront of analytics, technology and talent to accomplish our purpose in a better, faster and simpler way. Bunge is committed to operating and thriving in the digital world – creating world class agile teams where teammates are empowered and encouraged to collaborate and test and learn to succeed. 

At Bunge, people don’t just come here to work, they come here to grow – solving challenges that directly impact the world with a diverse team of thinkers and doers. Bunge offers a strong compensation and benefits package, generous paid time off program, flexible work arrangements, and opportunity to progress. Our hybrid work environment provides a balance of in-office and remote work. 

Most importantly, in all we do we live our values:  

• Act as One Team by fostering inclusion, collaboration, and respect  

• Drive for Excellence by being agile, innovative and efficient  

• Do What's Right by acting safely, ethically, and sustainably 

Overview: The Product Lifecycle Global Process Owner demonstrates a high level of professionalism, prioritizing the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of Bunge's global product lifecycle management (PLM) process. This role is responsible for leading and coordinating efforts across multiple functions and regions, ensuring alignment with business strategies and maximizing the value derived from the PLM process. This requires expertise in PLM, data management, CMDB principles, and strong leadership, communication, and change management skills. It also requires a results-oriented approach rather than a purely process-driven one. 

Essential Functions: Main Accountabilities: 

• Define, document, and maintain the global PLM processes, ensuring alignment with business objectives. This includes documenting process flows, identifying stakeholders, and defining performance metrics. 

• Lead and support community of subject matter experts (SMEs) working in the PLM processes, providing direction, mentorship, and feedback. 

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (R&D, Supply Chain, IT, Finance) to integrate the PLM process with other business processes. This involves facilitating communication, coordinating efforts, and resolving conflicts. 

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the PLM processes, using data analysis, industry best practices, and stakeholder feedback for process optimization. 

• Develop and deliver training programs on the global PLM process, ensuring understanding and adoption. 

• Stay current with industry trends and emerging PLM technologies, incorporating innovative approaches. 

Impact/Dimensions: 

• Influences global product lifecycle management efficiency and effectiveness in Business Technology. 

• Impacts product development, launch, and lifecycle management, influencing revenue and market competitiveness. 

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs): 

• Time-to-market for new products 

• Product portfolio performance 

• Stakeholder satisfaction 

Major Opportunities and Decisions: 

• Makes strategic decisions about the global PLM processes: design, implementation, and improvement. 

• Analyzes business challenges, identifies process optimization areas, and leads change initiatives. 

• Drives innovation by integrating new technologies and best practices. 

Management/Leadership: 

• Leads and motivates SMEs from different teams, fostering collaboration and high performance. This involves inspiring professionals, setting direction, and ensuring they want to contribute to the shared vision. 

• Is accountable for PLM processes performance and results, impacting business outcomes. Reports to senior management and participates in strategic planning, demonstrating leadership vision and support for execution. 

Key Relationships, Stakeholders & Interfaces (External & Internal): 

• IT 

• Business Leaders 

• External Vendors and Partners 

Knowledge and Technical Competencies: 

• Deep understanding of PLM principles, best practices, and trends 

• Strong knowledge of data management and CMDB principles 

• Expertise in PLM software and systems 

• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and change management skills 

• Data analysis and interpretation skills 

Minimum Requirements: Education/Experience:  

Typically a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field with 6-10 years of experience in IT product lifecycle management, including leadership experience. Relevant certifications are preferred.  

At Bunge (NYSE: BG), our purpose is to connect farmers to consumers to deliver essential food, feed and fuel to the world. As a premier agribusiness solutions provider, our team of ~34,000 dedicated employees partner with farmers across the globe to move agricultural commodities from where they’re grown to where they’re needed—in faster, smarter, and more efficient ways. We are a world leader in grain origination, storage, distribution, oilseed processing and refining, offering a broad portfolio of plant-based oils, fats, and proteins. We work alongside our customers at both ends of the value chain to deliver quality products and develop tailored, innovative solutions that address evolving consumer needs. With 200+ years of experience and presence in over 50 countries, we are committed to strengthening global food security, advancing sustainability, and helping communities prosper where we operate. Bunge has its registered office in Geneva, Switzerland and its corporate headquarters in St. Louis, Missouri. Learn more at Bunge.com.

Every day our people exemplify these values, which represent Bunge at its core:

•    We Are One Team – Collaborative, Respectful, Inclusive
•    We Lead The Way – Agile, Empowered, Innovative
•    We Do What’s Right – Safety, Sustainability, With Integrity

If this sounds like you, join us!  We value and invest in people who believe in our purpose and are excited to live it every day – people who are #ProudtoBeBunge