Inside the Role

The Launch and Change Management team is responsible for leading the implementation of new product projects into DTNA's truck manufacturing plants and supply chain networks. Our team is responsible for understanding the technical changes introduced by DTNA Engineering, ensuring the launch strategy is aligned throughout the organization, and actionable for both Operations, and DTNA's supply chain. We lead our supply chain to ensure new part forecasting for production volumes is transparent, and tooling, returnable packaging, transportation, and all other manufacturing requirements are achieved, including coordination of necessary supplier changes.

Posting Information

We provide a scheduled posting end date to assist our candidates with their application planning. While this date reflects our latest plans, it is subject to change, and postings may be extended or removed earlier than expected.

We Take Care of Our Team

Position offers a starting salary range of $71,000 - $91,000 USD  

Pay offered dependent on knowledge, skills, and experience​  

  

Benefits include annual bonus program; 401k company contribution with company match up to 6% as well as non-elective company contribution of 3 - 7% depending on age; starting at 4 weeks paid vacation; 13+ calendar holidays; 8 weeks paid parental leave; employee assistance program; comprehensive healthcare plans and wellness programs; onsite fitness (at some locations); tuition assistance and volunteer paid time off; short-term and long-term disability plans.  

What You Drive at DTNA

• Support LCM Material Planning team activities related to supply chain management, change management, and project management

• Participate in and lead Supplier/DTNA cross-functional activities to ensure supplier performance meets stakeholder expectations

• Negotiate with internal and external stakeholders, solve problems, create win-win solutions, and develop positive professional relationships

• Partner with internal project management teams (Cab, Chassis, Mech, NPP) to ensure on-time-delivery (OTD) for key plant build events and changeovers

• Maintain and load part parameters, create supplier Spot POs, and issue Premium Freight Authorizations as needed to protect DTNA production

• Drive Continuous Improvement (CI) initiatives within the Series & Resourcing team to support LCM Material Planning process improvement

• Track performance via Material Planning team reports and KPIs, such as E-Status Offline, 862 Past Due, OTD%, Spot PO to Missing Elements Ratio, etc.

• Support maintenance of LCM Material Planning team’s training documentation to ensure all stakeholder roles and responsibilities are understood

• Attend TT/GN events including but not limited to: supplier conferences, industry events, plant meetings, other cross-functional alignments

Knowledge You Should Bring

• Bachelors Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or related study

• 0-2 years of relevant work experience in a supply chain or change management function

• Working knowledge and understanding of Engineering and Supply Chain processes

• High proficiency in Microsoft Excel (including Pivot Tables and VLOOKUP functions)

• Excellent written, verbal communication, and negotiation skills required

• Proficiency with IMS and/or other MRP systems

Exceptional Candidates Might Have

• 2+ years of relevant work experience in supply chain, logistics, or purchasing

• Masters Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related study

• APICS, PMP, Six Sigma/Lean certification, or similar

• Working knowledge of DTNA operations network and supply chain partners preferred

• Familiarity with Lean principles preferred

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Where We Work

This position is open to applicants who can work in (or relocate to) the following location(s)-

Portland, OR US. Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

Schedule Type:

Hybrid (4 days per week in-office / 1 day remote). This schedule builds our #OneTeamBestTeam culture, provides an unparalleled customer experience, and creates innovative solutions through in-person collaboration.

At Daimler Truck North America, we recognize our world is changing faster than ever before. By listening to the needs of today, we’re building to solve with cutting-edge solutions in sustainability and future driving technology across electric, hydrogen and autonomous. These solutions, backed by years of innovative success and achievement, continue DTNA’s legacy as the undisputed industry leader. Our evolving brand portfolio is second to none, including Freightliner Trucks, Western Star, Demand Detroit, Thomas Built Buses, Freightliner Custom Chassis, and Financial Services. Together, we work as one team towards our envisioned future – building a cleaner, safer and more efficient tomorrow for all.

That is what we are working toward - for all who keep the world moving.

Additional Information

• This position is not open for Visa sponsorship or to existing Visa holders
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work permanently in the country the position is located in at the time of application
• Final candidate must successfully complete a criminal background check
• Final candidate may be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen
• Contractors, professional services, or other contingent workers should confirm with their local agency if they are eligible to apply for FTE positions
• EEO - Disabled/Veterans

Daimler Truck North America is committed to workforce inclusion and providing an environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, age, marital status, family relationship, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression (including transgender and transitioning status), genetic information, or veteran status.

For an accommodation or special assistance with applying for a posted position, please contact our Human Resources department at 503-745-8982 or toll free 800-206-3369. For TTY/TDD enabled call 503-745-2137 or toll free 866-355-6935.