Daimler Truck AG group is the leader in the global automotive industry with more than 120 years of experience in 200 countries.
Our people reflect the company values: Passion, Respect, Integrity and Discipline; we are looking for engaged individuals to join this diverse group, which manages ever-changing challenges.
In our people, we can reflect our corporate values: Our customers success is our success, moving at the speed of right, one team best team, and we are looking for highly committed individuals to join the group in an environment of diversity and constant challenges.
Objective of the position:
Dynamic, highly motivated Truck Strategy Specialist who champion Trucks products in Mexico to seek innovative ways to keep our mobility solutions at the heart of the customer experience, being also flexible to collaborate and share expertise on other Truck segments depending on projects availability. In this role the specialist will drive successful product launches, comprehensive business and market analytics, as well as closely working with all stakeholders to develop and lead product solutions generation initiatives. In addition, the specialist will define and communicate region-unique requirements for future mobility solutions while developing highly effective working relationships &
roadmap with multiple partners both in Mexico and DT or third parties.
Indispensable Requirements (Candidates who do not meet these requirements may be discarded):
- Development of new products offers in automotive industry by data analysis.
- Technical & commercial relevant product knowledge
- Automotive industry
- Strategic Planning & Working packages
- User Experience, proven skills in teams leadership
- +2 years in truck/automotive industry or strategic roles or product launching - preferred
- Spanish Level: C1
- English level: B2
Soft Skills:
-Strategic thinking -Influence and negotiation -Decision making -Project management -Effective communication
Academic Knowledge: Mechanical, Electric, Electronic, Mechatronics, Industrial engineering or any other related field
At Daimler Truck we are united in our purpose “We work for all who keep the world moving”. This motivates us to pursue our common goal: leading sustainable transportation. However, our impact as a global transportation company depends entirely on the impact of each individual at Daimler Truck. That’s why we ensure that our people are encouraged and empowered to show their full impact.
We promote diversity and stand for an inclusive corporate culture. We value the individual strengths of our employees, because these lead to the best team performance and thus to the success of our company.
You can be your true self at Daimler Truck. Inclusion and equal opportunities are important to us. We welcome applications from people of all cultures, generations, physical appearance, phases of life, sexual orientation, gender identity, sexual expression, people with disabilities and people from any underrepresented group.
Main Functions:
- Drives Mexico product launches with excellence in direct collaboration with Strategy (Pricing strategy, CS & Market intelligence, Connectivity), Customer Care (Marketing, commercial development & business plan), Customer Solutions and DX (AMS & service engineering, CAPCOM), Controlling, ITC & External affairs.
- Provides product leadership from introduction through end of life to both Customer care, marketing, Customer solutions and DX organizations. Brief local teams on new product features, positioning, and any local feature gaps / availability.
- Act as liaison between Mexico and DT Product Strategy for local developments and local market features requirements. Articulates issues and makes clear recommendations.
- Creates and delivers formal presentations and leads group discussions on products for a broad range of audiences in DT
- Work closely to manage product messaging, new requirements, solutions, and positioning them across all customers and dealers, driving progress and the pursuit of excellence for Daimler Truck Mexico.
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Daimler Trucks AG is firmly committed to developing a work environment that supports empowerment and inclusion for our current and future employees. We recognize that our ability to adapt will enable us to compete for a broader range of talent. Additionally, our business and the people who work within it will be successful and profitable if we remain agile and flexible in our approach to work.
To continue to build a great place to work for all, we are committed to a culture that supports flexibility and encourages a positive working environment that achieves the needs of our business and employees.
Diversity allows us to employ people with different experiences, abilities and points of view, and that is what enhances our culture and brings us to the forefront among the top global companies.
At Daimler, we value the diversity between our employees.
In order to enrich the culture, Daimler acknowledges the importance of including people with different points of view and lifestyles into our company. When we select our talent, we focus on abilities; we don’t discriminate based on ethnicity, nationality, gender, race, age, disability, social condition, health, religion, immigrant status, opinions, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, marital status, university or appearance.
Exceed your expectations and get ready to be part of our team!
Additional Information
Skills Required
- Experience developing new product offers in the automotive industry through data analysis
- Relevant technical and commercial product knowledge
- Automotive industry experience or knowledge
- Strategic planning and working package experience
- User experience skills
- Team leadership skills
- Spanish proficiency at C1 level
- English proficiency at B2 level
- Mechanical, electrical, electronic, mechatronics, industrial engineering, or related academic background
- More than two years of experience in the truck or automotive industry, strategic roles, or product launches
What We Do
Daimler Truck North America, a Daimler Truck AG company, is the largest heavy-duty truck manufacturer in North America and a leading producer of medium-duty trucks and specialized commercial vehicles. Headquartered in Portland, Oregon, Daimler Truck North America manufactures, sells and services several renowned commercial vehicle brands including Freightliner Trucks, Western Star Trucks, Thomas Built Buses, and Freightliner Custom Chassis. Through the company’s affiliates, Daimler Truck North America is also a leading provider of heavy-and medium-duty diesel engines and other components. The company’s strategic partners in the North American commercial vehicles market include Daimler Truck Financial, TravelCenters of America and Petro Truck Centers
