Project and Program Manager

Posted 12 Days Ago
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Fort Mill, SC, USA
In-Office
Senior level
Automotive • Industrial • Manufacturing
The Role
Lead cross-functional aftermarket parts projects and programs to improve availability, quality, and customer experience. Develop integrated plans, track risks and outcomes, run JAD meetings, manage leadership operating cadence and communications, drive continuous improvement, and ensure accountability to achieve business objectives.
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Inside the Role

We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Project and Program Manager for our Aftermarket Parts team. In this role, you will lead cross-functional initiatives to deliver high-impact projects that enhance the availability, quality, and customer experience of our aftermarket parts offerings. This position leads the efforts to define the strategy and key strategic initiatives for Aftermarket Parts and is responsible for the tracking and accountability mechanisms to ensure realization of key business objectives. Reports to Todd Biggs GM, Parts Sales

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 and manage multiple, complex projects and programs focused on aftermarket parts development, growth, distribution, and customer experience.
  • Coordinate and influence cross-functional teams to execute shared priorities and deliver measurable outcomes.
  • Develop integrated project plans, timelines, budgets, and resource allocations to ensure successful project delivery.
  • Monitor project progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies.
  • Communicate project status and key milestones to stakeholders and executive leadership.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimize parts availability, reduce costs, and improve customer satisfaction.
  • Lead planning and execution of Digital and Sales & Marketing Joint Action Development (JAD) meetings to ensure alignment on priorities and outcomes.
  • Track JAD initiatives, assign ownership, and ensure follow up and completion.
  • Manage all leadership team operating cadence including presentations, talking points, meeting planning/preparation as well as accountability processes (tracking and progress updates).
  • Manage all internal and external communication within Aftermarket Parts to ensure clarity, alignment, and consistency.
  • Support team engagement activities that strengthen collaboration and organizational culture.
  • Assist admin with Coordinate regular community and team building events for Aftermarket Parts 
  • This position supports both the GM, Part Sales team and GM, Marketing & Strategic Value Chain
Knowledge You Should Bring
  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred.
  • 5+ years of project or program management experience, preferably in automotive or aftermarket parts industries.
  • Strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills.
  • Proficiency in project management tools and methodologies.
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.
  • PMP or similar project management certification is a plus.
  • Must have effective oral and written communication skills including executive-level communication.
  • Strong analytical problem-solving and project management skills.
  • Continuous improvement mindset and experience driving process optimization.
  • Must be well organized and can manage multiple planning/implementation activities simultaneously.
  • Business acumen with a focus on developing innovative solutions.
  • Strong project reporting skills, with a focus on interdepartmental communication.
  • Must have Proficient PC skills Microsoft Office Excel, Access, PowerPoint, & Word.
  • Ability to travel up to 20%.

#LI-CF1  #LI-Hybrid

Where We Work

This position is open to applicants who can work in (or relocate to) the following location(s)-

Fort Mill, SC 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.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain, or related field
  • Master's degree
  • 5+ years project or program management experience (preferably automotive or aftermarket parts)
  • Strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills
  • Proficiency in project management tools and methodologies
  • PMP or similar project management certification
  • Effective executive-level oral and written communication skills
  • Strong analytical problem-solving and project management skills
  • Continuous improvement mindset and experience driving process optimization
  • Ability to manage multiple planning/implementation activities simultaneously
  • Business acumen with focus on developing innovative solutions
  • Strong project reporting skills and interdepartmental communication
  • Proficient PC skills: Microsoft Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Word
  • Ability to travel up to 20%
  • Legally authorized to work permanently in the country at time of application (no visa sponsorship)
  • Successful completion of criminal background check (and possibly pre-employment drug screen)
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The Company
High Point, , NC ,
6,290 Employees
Year Founded: 1942

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

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