Portfolio Process Manager

Daimler Truck • Portland, OR

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

Inside the Role In Product Strategy we are a team that serves as the trusted compass for DTNA's future commercial vehicle product portfolio. We are in the driver's seat for solidifying the strategy and defining the 'why' for future projects across all vehicle platforms. In this role, you will serve as the Portfolio Process Manager for Product Strategy. You will ensure high quality standards and deliverables are being upheld across the department from idea/concept documentation through Roadmapping, FPL approval and Quality Gates 10 and 9. You will also help to ensure relevant project content is being consistently delivered into the Go-To-Market forums across the wider marketing & strategy organization. You will need to have the ability to manage a high-performing team to achieve overall portfolio deliverables from a visual and KPI standpoint across all project types (PARs, PAR-lites & NOWs). This position interfaces regularly with cross-functional departments locally and globally to achieve a holistic TN Portfolio View. This includes but is not limited to: EPM/Engineering, Finance/Controlling, local & global Truck Technology teams (TT), Sales & Marketing, Purchasing, LCM, FSG, ATG etc. The ideal candidate must have a proven record successfully leading cross-functional initiatives, have a wide network and work well with all personality types. 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 What You Drive at DTNA Create and implement the new standard across DTNA for the development and introduction of new future projects – working closely with the Director of Product Strategy, EPM, global product planning teams and the wider Engineering community. Process-related expertise and strategic vision around short and long-term product roadmaps, product plans, and related project improvement activities across all strategy teams. Work closely with project planning functions and other key internal and global stakeholders to develop comprehensive product portfolio views across all vehicle platforms and market segments. Upholding the highest level of department processes and standards such as Visual Managements, current Functional Activity List (FALs), department and project budget tracking. Lead and coordinate activities, product initiatives and projects to optimize the Daimler Truck TN product portfolio. Serve as the key contact for governance for Product Strategy support other project initiatives in Engineering such as Project Year Project (PYP) and Complexity Optimization Own portfolio reporting on global project lists and facilitate alignments with other global product planning teams to advocate for local regulatory and customer requirements of TN market relevant features. Ensure consistent processes are upheld for project proposal and quality gate reviews to various company oversight as well as executive committees for approval. KPI formation and reporting of cross-functional project work to Sales & Marketing teams regarding NOWs, CCIs, PACT, Development Requests both mechanical and software feature based. Knowledge You Should Bring BS/BA from an accredited college/university and 8+ years of relevant experience 2+ years of group lead, project lead, supervisor, or leadership experience Demonstrated project management experience Demonstrated ability to motivate self and others via collaboration and good team skills Exceptional communication skills (verbal and visual) for executive forums & cross-functional audiences An attached resume is required Exceptional Candidates Might Have Experience working cross-functionally and building consensus Experience building comprehensive dashboards for project management and KPI tracking Experience with developing people Project Management mindset; PMP preferred 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. SHAPE YOUR FUTURE. CHANGE THE WORLD. Are you ready to join the inspired people who are helping shape the future of commercial vehicle manufacturing? Our employees enjoy lucrative benefits, competitive salaries and the opportunity to work in jobs across many functions—mechanical engineering and electrical engineering, accounting, sales & marketing, IT and more—both within our company and in our offices around the world.

Requirements

• BS/BA from an accredited college/university and 8+ years of relevant experience
• 2+ years of group lead, project lead, supervisor, or leadership experience
• Demonstrated project management experience
• Demonstrated ability to motivate self and others via collaboration and good team skills
• Exceptional communication skills (verbal and visual) for executive forums & cross-functional audiences
• An attached resume is required

Nice To Haves

• Experience working cross-functionally and building consensus
• Experience building comprehensive dashboards for project management and KPI tracking
• Experience with developing people
• Project Management mindset; PMP preferred

Responsibilities

• Create and implement the new standard across DTNA for the development and introduction of new future projects – working closely with the Director of Product Strategy, EPM, global product planning teams and the wider Engineering community.
• Process-related expertise and strategic vision around short and long-term product roadmaps, product plans, and related project improvement activities across all strategy teams.
• Work closely with project planning functions and other key internal and global stakeholders to develop comprehensive product portfolio views across all vehicle platforms and market segments.
• Upholding the highest level of department processes and standards such as Visual Managements, current Functional Activity List (FALs), department and project budget tracking.
• Lead and coordinate activities, product initiatives and projects to optimize the Daimler Truck TN product portfolio.
• Serve as the key contact for governance for Product Strategy support other project initiatives in Engineering such as Project Year Project (PYP) and Complexity Optimization
• Own portfolio reporting on global project lists and facilitate alignments with other global product planning teams to advocate for local regulatory and customer requirements of TN market relevant features.
• Ensure consistent processes are upheld for project proposal and quality gate reviews to various company oversight as well as executive committees for approval.
• KPI formation and reporting of cross-functional project work to Sales & Marketing teams regarding NOWs, CCIs, PACT, Development Requests both mechanical and software feature based.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level