Joint Venture & Partnership Strategic Lead

Inside the Role

Daimler Truck North America (DTNA) continuously strives to remain at the forefront of innovation and to drive the technology revolution shaping the future of transportation. As part of our newly formed Corporate Development department, we are hiring a Joint Venture & Partnership Strategic Lead to advance our joint initiatives with other industry leaders.
The Corporate Development organization enhances agility, sharpens strategic focus, and accelerates value creation across DTNA. This group defines DTNA’s strategic direction, leads joint ventures and partnerships, pioneers the development and series readiness of autonomous trucking, and oversees corporate responsibility efforts. This role is a unique opportunity to contribute to DTNA’s long-term vision by supporting the development and execution of strategic partnerships — including key joint ventures that shape the future of trucking.
 Reporting into Rakesh Aneja’s organization in Corporate Development, you will work cross-functionally to ensure alignment across global stakeholders, emerging technologies, and strategic priorities. This is a high-impact role focused on strategic business development, stakeholder management, and corporate partnership leadership within DTNA, Daimler Truck Global, and external partner ecosystems.

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 internal alignment, communication, and decision-making to define and represent the unified “DTNA’s Voice” toward joint ventures and partnerships.

· Represent DTNA’s strategic and commercial interests across all active joint ventures impacting the North American business.

· Provide strategic leadership and coordination of JV-related activities, working directly with external partners and cross-functional internal teams.

· Develop and maintain methods and governance processes for effective decision-making and information flow within the DT environment.

· Deliver transparency and regular reporting on partnership performance, risks, and strategic recommendations to DTNA’s executive leadership.

· Oversee long-term steering and adjustments of contractual arrangements in collaboration with Legal and Finance teams.

· Maintain industry expertise and relationships in areas relevant to DTNA’s joint venture and partnership portfolio.

· Identify, analyze, and evaluate new partnership opportunities that strengthen DTNA’s strategic position.

· Initial focus areas include active joint ventures Amplify Cell Technologies and Greenlane.

Knowledge You Should Bring

·    Bachelor’s degree in a Technical, Economic, or Marketing field, with a minimum of 5 years of related experience.

·    5+ years of experience in partnership management, business development, M&A, strategy, supplier management, purchasing, or project leadership.

·     Strong macro- and microeconomic understanding with the ability to develop business cases and investment recommendations.

·    Extensive knowledge of the commercial vehicle industry and ecosystem, including major technology and infrastructure trends.

·    Proven ability to collaborate cross-functionally within complex organizations, ideally including Engineering, Finance & Controlling, Legal, Compliance, and high-tech partners.

·    Exceptional organization and prioritization skills, with the ability to manage multiple complex topics simultaneously.

·    Strong communication and storytelling skills, capable of shaping perspectives and building alignment among executive stakeholders.

·    Self-driven, motivated, and passionate about the future of trucking, including zero-emission, autonomous, and software-defined vehicle technologies.

·    Willingness to travel domestically (~20%) and internationally (~10%).

·    An attached resume is required.

Exceptional Candidates Might Have

· Expertise in high-voltage battery cell industry, including technology, manufacturing and the U.S. market environment.

· Expertise in commercial vehicle charging infrastructure, including market opportunities and charging technologies.

· Prior experience steering or representing corporate interests in joint ventures or strategic partnerships.

· Strong ability to align senior stakeholders and translate strategy into actionable partnership outcomes.

· Demonstrated ability to quickly interpret and navigate complex partnership or legal agreements, understanding their implications for DTNA’s business.

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.

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