IT Product Owner - Supply Chain & MES

About the role

Avio Aero, a GE Aerospace business unit, is looking for an IT Product Owner for Supply Chain in Prague. You will lead the evolution and management of digital platforms and drive projects that help the Supply Chain organisation meet the requirements and regulations of military programmes, with a focus on manufacturing and quality processes. The role also acts as the site focal point for Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES).

Key responsibilities

• Own the full digital application lifecycle, from requirements gathering to deployment, adoption and maintenance.
• Manage project schedule, risks, costs and non-standard events, using KPIs to measure customer impact.
• Bridge business functions, IT and external stakeholders, and partner with business leaders to identify needs and improve processes.
• Ensure compliance with GE standards and industry regulations, and align with the broader GE Aerospace DT function.
• Lead cross-functional teams and collaborate with Digital Technology teams across sites.
• Act as the site focal point for MES: own its product roadmap, coordinate with Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain and Engineering, and drive adoption and shopfloor process improvement.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering or a related discipline.
• Good knowledge of supply chain processes and understanding of manufacturing processes in a complex industrial environment.
• Fluent spoken and written Czech and English, and EU work permit.
• Problem-solving mindset, strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in cross-functional teams.

Required skills

• Experience with Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), preferably DELMIA Apriso.
• Ability to turn manufacturing and operational requirements into digital solutions.
• Desired: Agile and Scrum, Lean and Six Sigma, and knowledge of Industrial IoT or Industry 4.0.

What we offer

• Remote work when possible, with wellbeing and work-life balance programmes.
• Performance-related bonuses, flexible benefits platform and GE Aviation share plan.
• Life and injury insurance, private medical cover and employee assistance programme.
• English and language training, plus technical, leadership and development training.