CEO Support Manager

Inside the Role

The CEO of Daimler Truck North America, is seeking a highly capable, organized, flexible, and motivated individual for the CEO Support Manager position. The role of the CEO Support Manager is to act as a strategic partner, lead key initiatives, anticipate and resolve issues, serve as a confidant, and assist with the day-to-day operations of the organization.

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

• Lead, support and implement the CEO’s vision and strategy.

• Organize all OpCom meetings. Prioritize and schedule topics; work with senior management cross functionally on preparation; communicate expectations.

• Manage CEO interfacing functions (ex: Communications, HR) for concise and aligned communication to the CEO.

• Prepare speeches and presentations for the President and CEO in collaboration with internal and external business partners.

• Lead strategic projects independently on behalf of the CEO.

• Organize and execute the annual DTNA Leadership conference, including development vision, design and event management.

• Team lead for OpCom Support Managers. Collaborate and align on OpCom functions, deliverables, challenges and opportunities.

• Manage multiple cost centers and ensure smart spending.

• Work alongside CEO EA to provide daily support on CEO activities and prioritization.

• Establish a network and cooperate with counterparts both within the company and externally.

• Understand the different cultures and perspectives at all levels of the organization both domestically and internationally.

Knowledge You Should Bring

• Bachelor’s degree and 8 years of relevant experience.

• Familiarity with DTNA corporate processes and Daimler Truck and Bus organization.

• Previous experience leading projects.

• Strong leadership and exceptional communication skills.

• Ability to work independently and possess strong analytical skills.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office software applications.

• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.

• Able to travel internationally and domestically up to 33%.

• Emotional Intelligence and Situational Leadership Style.

Exceptional Candidates Might Have

• Solid understanding of the heavy-duty truck market.

• Experience leading intercultural and cross-functional teams.

#LI-JN2 #LI-Hybrid

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 for this position is available when the selected candidate meets eligibility criteria.

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.

U.S. Visa sponsorship available if you qualify under the following:

• Hold a valid existing Visa (L1A, L1B, L2, TN, H1B, H4 EAD, OPT EAD, CPT)
• Daimler Truck North America employees working under an existing U.S. Daimler Truck North America Visa
• Those eligible for a TN Visa (Canadian or Mexican National working in an Engineering, Accounting or Scientific Technologist capacity with an aligning degree)
• Those eligible for an L-1 (inter-company) Daimler Truck visa under the Corporate Blanket L-1 program would require at least one-year of qualifying experience in the last three years

Additional Information

• 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/Minorities/Females/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.