Strategic Sourcing Analyst II

Daimler Truck • Portland, OR

6d • $78,000 - $100,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Inside the Role The buyer is responsible for providing purchasing services to their internal business partners to ensure simplified, cost effective, and strategic procurement outcomes. The objective is to work together with the internal customer to recognize their business needs and requirements and to develop and maintain a successful collaborative business relationship. The buyer will make certain that required goods and services are procured in a manner that meets stakeholder demand and limits the local business unit's exposure to risk. The role includes understanding the local entities business model objectives and desired outcomes, engaging internal customers, supporting implementation of processes and procedures, understanding options and risks associated with procurement activities. Building strong internal and external relationships in order to achieve higher procurement performance, negotiating commercial terms to deliver best value solutions, contract execution and administration, purchase order execution, and the measurement/reporting of the value delivered. 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 $78,000 - $100,000 USD 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 DTNA Partner with internal customers in order to ensure alignment of objectives and to proactively build a clear understanding of the business immediate and long range requirements for third party goods and services. Develop, implement and refine an appropriate local procurement strategy for the assigned local commodities including identifying cost, quality, time saving opportunities and overall supplier value in order to provide ongoing support. Responsible for the tactical and strategic supplier management activities, including strategic understanding of supplier markets and technology trends, supplier selection and sourcing process management, price control and negotiations for assigned commodities. Negotiate terms and conditions, award contracts, purchase orders, as well as investigate and act as a second level resource to customers in the resolution of contractual problems with suppliers. Manage local sourcing activities, prioritizing and rebalancing against business objectives. Ensure application of an end-to-end (Total Cost of Ownership) view in sourcing decisions. Employ best practice to minimize risk and maximize value. Routinely communicate openly and with integrity to align direction between Procurement and business stakeholders. Drive, support and promote the use of procurement tools and policies. Coach less experienced business stakeholders on procurement processes and controls. Knowledge You Should Bring BS/BA and 2–4 years of relevant experience, or 6 years of relevant experience in lieu of degree Demonstrated ability to manage time, deadlines, and competing priorities effectively across multiple projects Strong organizational skills with the ability to structure workload independently Proactive communication skills to work cross-functionally and maintain alignment with stakeholders Commitment to ensuring integrity, compliance, and adherence to procurement processes Exceptional Candidates Might Have Experience in procurement, IT, or supply chain functions Confidence and effectiveness in negotiating with and managing suppliers Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities to support decision-making Experience working in a global or cross‑functional environment Where We Work This position is open to applicants who can work in (or relocate to) the following location(s)- Detroit, MI US, Fort Mill, SC US, 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 and 2–4 years of relevant experience, or 6 years of relevant experience in lieu of degree
• Demonstrated ability to manage time, deadlines, and competing priorities effectively across multiple projects
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to structure workload independently
• Proactive communication skills to work cross-functionally and maintain alignment with stakeholders
• Commitment to ensuring integrity, compliance, and adherence to procurement processes

Nice To Haves

• Experience in procurement, IT, or supply chain functions
• Confidence and effectiveness in negotiating with and managing suppliers
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities to support decision-making
• Experience working in a global or cross‑functional environment

Responsibilities

• Partner with internal customers in order to ensure alignment of objectives and to proactively build a clear understanding of the business immediate and long range requirements for third party goods and services.
• Develop, implement and refine an appropriate local procurement strategy for the assigned local commodities including identifying cost, quality, time saving opportunities and overall supplier value in order to provide ongoing support.
• Responsible for the tactical and strategic supplier management activities, including strategic understanding of supplier markets and technology trends, supplier selection and sourcing process management, price control and negotiations for assigned commodities.
• Negotiate terms and conditions, award contracts, purchase orders, as well as investigate and act as a second level resource to customers in the resolution of contractual problems with suppliers.
• Manage local sourcing activities, prioritizing and rebalancing against business objectives.
• Ensure application of an end-to-end (Total Cost of Ownership) view in sourcing decisions.
• Employ best practice to minimize risk and maximize value.
• Routinely communicate openly and with integrity to align direction between Procurement and business stakeholders.
• Drive, support and promote the use of procurement tools and policies.
• Coach less experienced business stakeholders on procurement processes and controls.

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
• volunteer paid time off
• short-term and long-term disability plans

What This Job Offers

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