Head of Manufacturing Controlling

Daimler Truck•Fort Mill, SC

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

This position leads and directs all Manufacturing Controlling activities across DTNA, including plant finance operations, strategic and operational planning, investment governance, and enterprise reporting. The role owns end-to-end financial leadership for DTNA’s manufacturing network, including plant and parts operations across North America, and plays a critical role in shaping network strategy, tariff strategy, and financial performance optimization.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance or Accounting
At least 8 - 10 years of Finance/Controlling experience in a manufacturing environment
4 – 6 years management experience.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a deep understanding of operational planning, forecasting, budgeting and financial modeling.
Proven ability to lead teams, influence cross-functional stakeholders, and drive strategic outcomes through collaboration and business partnership.
Excellent communication and executive presentation skills with the ability to influence senior stakeholders and translate financial insights into business actions.
Demonstrated ability to lead through change, manage complexity, and foster a collaborative team environment.
Strong focus on people leadership and talent development

Nice To Haves

MBA preferred

Responsibilities

Lead all Finance Controlling activities for DTNA manufacturing, parts, and CTS operations across the full plant network (including Detroit, Gastonia, SPARK, Portland, Cleveland, Mt. Holly, Santiago, and Saltillo).
Drive alignment of financial performance across plants, ensuring transparency, consistency, and accountability for cost, efficiency, and investment outcomes.
Lead financial strategy for the manufacturing footprint, including network strategy, plant allocation decisions, and long-term capacity planning.
Partner with operations teams to evaluate rebalancing scenarios to maximize profitability.
Partner cross-functionally with Trade Compliance, Supply Chain, and Government Affairs to model financial exposure, identify mitigation actions, and support regulatory reporting and negotiations.
Develop executive-level reporting and insights on tariff impacts to EBIT, cash flow, and operational decision-making.
Direct strategic and operational planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes across Manufacturing Controlling.
Oversee internal and parent company reporting, ensuring accuracy, transparency, and alignment with corporate requirements.
Lead development and reporting of Truck Conversion Cost (TCC) and key cost drivers, linking operational performance to financial outcomes.
Lead DTNA Operations Investment Funding planning, prioritization, and reporting (CapEx and expense).
Drive financial evaluation of major investments including tooling or other strategic investments.
Lead cost optimization initiatives, including labor and overhead performance management, variance analysis, and cost of quality optimization.
Support business case development for operational improvements, new technologies, and process changes.
Build, develop, and lead a high-performing Manufacturing Controlling organization including eight direct reports.
Drive talent development, succession planning, and a culture of continuous improvement and transparency.

Benefits

annual variable pay bonus program
company paid company vehicle with insurance and fuel card
401k company contribution with company match up to 6% as well as non-elective company contribution of 3 - 7% depending on age
non-qualified deferred compensation plan with company contribution of 7% of variable pay
starting at 4 weeks paid vacation
13+ holidays per calendar year
Paid parental leave
employee assistance program
comprehensive health care plans and wellness programs
onsite fitness (at some locations)
tuition assistance program
volunteer paid time off
short-term and long-term disability plans