Product Owner

DescriptionHICX is a leading worldwide provider of enterprise SaaS solutions for digital supplier management. Learn more about HICX. HICX helps Global 5000 companies to organize and manage their supplier data.The HICX Supplier Management platform enables businesses with thousands of suppliers to efficiently on-board and manage the end-to-end lifecycle of all suppliers, and to find, re-use and maintain supplier data and information across any spreadsheet, app or system. High quality supplier data is essential to digital transformation and the key to becoming customer of choice for all suppliers. Some of the world’s largest companies, in a wide range of industries, trust HICX for the management of their supplier data; these include BAE Systems, Mondelez, Baker Hughes and EDF Energy.We are seeking a Product Owner to join our growing Product organization in Bucharest. As a Product Owner, you will translate market and customer needs into clear, actionable user stories and work closely with Engineering, UX, QA, and Documentation teams to deliver high-impact software features.You will support the full product lifecycle—from research and story creation to release and adoption—ensuring each increment delivers meaningful value to our customers. This role is ideal for someone who thrives at the intersection of business requirements and technical execution, with a passion for continuous product improvement.RequirementsRequirements:1. Research & DiscoveryEngage frequently with engineering, internal SMEs, and customer-facing teams to deeply understand and prioritize user needs.Analyze data and feedback to identify opportunities for product enhancements and new features.Break down business requirements into clear, concise user stories with well-defined acceptance criteria.2. Backlog Ownership & DeliveryServe as the primary owner of the product backlog for assigned areasWrite high-quality user stories, epics, and acceptance criteria aligned to product strategy and customer outcomes.Work closely with Product Management to ensure prioritization reflects strategic goals, customer value, and technical constraints.Collaborate with Engineering and UX to refine requirements, ensure feasibility, and support iterative product development.Participate in sprint ceremonies including planning, grooming, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives.Validate completed work against acceptance criteria and approve stories for release.3. Release Readiness & Go-To-Market SupportSupport release planning by ensuring documentation, enablement materials, and internal communication are ready for launch.Partner with QA to ensure proper test coverage and resolve issues that impact release quality.Assist in internal and external training on new product capabilities.Monitor feature adoption and customer usage; provide post-release analysis and recommendations.4. Scaling & Continuous ImprovementTrack KPIs related to product usage, performance, and customer satisfaction.Identify areas to streamline workflows, improve user experience, and increase product adoption. Desired Skills and Experience: Exceptional communication skills—capable of translating complex needs into clear requirements and tailoring messages for technical and non-technical audiences.Strong analytical and structured thinking—able to evaluate ambiguous problems, uncover patterns, and define logical solutions.Project management abilities—adept at managing multiple workstreams and delivering against timelines.Business and technical acumen—skilled at balancing customer needs with engineering constraints and market dynamics.Autonomy and judgment—able to proactively identify risks, opportunities, and impacts early in the lifecycle.Experience in supplier information management, procurement solutions, or workflow-driven enterprise applications.Familiarity with API-driven architecture and integrations.Hands-on experience with analytics tools to measure product usage and adoptionRequired SkillsBachelors degree in Business, Marketing, Computer Science, or related technical discipline.2–6 years of experience in product ownership, product management, or product analysis within a software company.Must have demonstratable experience working with enterprise procurement, supplier management, or ERP platforms (e.g., Coupa, Oracle, SAP HANA/ECC, Workday).Experience delivering B2B SaaS products in an Agile environment.Strong understanding of software development processes and Agile methodologies.BenefitsROW (Rest of the world):Must be based in Bucharest, Romania however this is a remote role.Flexible PTO - We offer 25 days of paid holiday per year + 3 Public Holidays.We celebrate special occasions with you - like your birthday! Additional PTO for all employees during their birthdays.Receive Competitive Pay - Our team makes sure to provide a highly competitive rate based on your skills and location.Work with a diverse, international team. HICX collects and processes personal data in accordance with applicable data protection laws. If you are a European Job Applicant see the privacy notice for further details.HICX does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits.