Culture and Organizational Development Specialist

Daimler Truck North America•Charlotte, SC

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

Inside the Role We are seeking a dynamic and strategic Organizational Development and Culture Specialist to lead initiatives that enhance organizational effectiveness, foster a high-performance culture, and lead change management efforts for Daimler Truck Financial Services North America. DTFS is undergoing a complex transformation of its core business which will require many large-scale organizational development and transformation support initiatives, including the establishment of a Service Center in Mexico and a US Headquarters relocation to Charlotte, NC. This role will be instrumental in aligning people strategies with business goals through data-driven insights, collaborative facilitation, and innovative problem-solving for the US, Canada and Mexico and will be involved in supporting the transformational objectives for the region. 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 Pay offered dependent on knowledge, skills, and experience Benefits include annual bonus program; 401k company contribution with company match up to 8% 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 DTFS: Design and implement organizational development strategies that support business transformation and cultural alignment. Analyze organizational data (e.g., engagement surveys, performance metrics) to identify trends and recommend actionable solutions. Support the organization in building a performance culture through leadership development and succession planning efforts through targeted programs and tools. Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of OD programs and recommend improvements. Lead and facilitate workshops, focus groups, and strategic planning sessions to drive engagement and alignment. Partner with HR team and business leaders to develop and execute change management plans that support key initiatives. Collaborate with key stakeholders including internal communications to promote cultural initiatives and employee engagement campaigns. Collaborates closely with team-members, cross-functional partners at DTFS and DTNA, Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to formulate effective responses for all types of workforce training needs. Leverages strong stakeholder management and communication skills to collaborate and develop learning content. Knowledge You Should Bring: BS/BA in Organizational Development, Human Resources, Psychology (or related field) and 5 -7 years of relevant experience (organizational development, culture transformation, or related HR function) or 8 years of relevant experience in lieu of degree. Proven facilitation skills with experience leading cross-functional sessions. Strong project and change management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities. Solid understanding of HR principles, organizational behavior, and talent development. Proven experience designing high impact learning and development programs that drive a high-performance culture. Demonstrated problem-solving skills and the ability to think creatively and analytically. MS Office suite, including proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint. Exceptional Candidates Might Have: Workday proficiency. Master’s degree in Organizational Development, Human Resources, Psychology, or a related field. Be able to read, write, and speak Spanish. Experience defining and monitoring metrics to measure the effectiveness of learning and development programs. Change Management certification (Prosci or other related certification), or related proven expertise. Strong ability to build working relationships with all levels of employees, inclusive of Executive Committee. #LI-CC1 #WorkatDTFS #LI-Hybrid #LI-DTFSUSA Where We Work This position is open to applicants who can work in (or relocate to) the following location(s)- Charlotte, NC US, Fort Mill, SC 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. Daimler Truck Financial is the captive financial services provider for the Daimler Trucks North America family of commercial vehicle products, including Freightliner Trucks, Western Star, SelecTrucks, Sprinter Vans, Thomas Built Buses and Fuso. We have specialized in financing commercial vehicles for more than 40 years. This proven experience gives us critical insights into helping businesses overcome challenges unique to the trucking industry. Additionally, we offer a range of financing solutions that can be customized to meet each individual business's needs, from owner-operators to large fleet managers and nearly every venture in-between. To achieve our goal of being the first-choice provider of vehicle financial products and services that support our brands, dealers and customers, we are looking for talented, diverse and inspired people with the skills, experience and innovative spirit to provide a first-class experience at every turn. We are committed to providing a great workplace environment that fosters a culture of openness, support and camaraderie. Our employee programs and benefits are reflective of our values and are designed to promote growth, balance and wellness in many aspects of your career and life. Additional Information Applicants must be legally authorized to work permanently in the country of posting Final candidate must successfully complete a criminal background check 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 Financial Services 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

Requirements

BS/BA in Organizational Development, Human Resources, Psychology (or related field) and 5 -7 years of relevant experience (organizational development, culture transformation, or related HR function) or 8 years of relevant experience in lieu of degree.
Proven facilitation skills with experience leading cross-functional sessions.
Strong project and change management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Solid understanding of HR principles, organizational behavior, and talent development.
Proven experience designing high impact learning and development programs that drive a high-performance culture.
Demonstrated problem-solving skills and the ability to think creatively and analytically.
MS Office suite, including proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint.

Nice To Haves

Workday proficiency.
Master’s degree in Organizational Development, Human Resources, Psychology, or a related field.
Be able to read, write, and speak Spanish.
Experience defining and monitoring metrics to measure the effectiveness of learning and development programs.
Change Management certification (Prosci or other related certification), or related proven expertise.
Strong ability to build working relationships with all levels of employees, inclusive of Executive Committee.

Responsibilities

Design and implement organizational development strategies that support business transformation and cultural alignment.
Analyze organizational data (e.g., engagement surveys, performance metrics) to identify trends and recommend actionable solutions.
Support the organization in building a performance culture through leadership development and succession planning efforts through targeted programs and tools.
Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of OD programs and recommend improvements.
Lead and facilitate workshops, focus groups, and strategic planning sessions to drive engagement and alignment.
Partner with HR team and business leaders to develop and execute change management plans that support key initiatives.
Collaborate with key stakeholders including internal communications to promote cultural initiatives and employee engagement campaigns.
Collaborates closely with team-members, cross-functional partners at DTFS and DTNA, Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to formulate effective responses for all types of workforce training needs.
Leverages strong stakeholder management and communication skills to collaborate and develop learning content.

Benefits

annual bonus program
401k company contribution with company match up to 8% 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