Sr Product Strategy Lead- On Highway

Inside the Role

DTNA Platform Product Strategy is responsible for the overall product strategy at DTNA, which includes gathering market inputs and feedback, developing roadmaps for our products, and scoping major and minor projects within the organization to drive product change. In addition, the strategy team provides data analysis to support product decision making, take rate modeling, and to help foster positive customer experience. In the Product Strategy department, you will gain knowledge of our customers, dealers, markets and products, as well as expand your professional network. If you are looking to challenge yourself, expand your horizons and learn something new, this may be the position for you.
We are looking for inspired and talented people to join our industry leading strategy team. In this role, you will establish and lead product projects from Quality Gate S through Quality Gate 9 and sit on the project team as the primary Sales and Marketing rep after QG9. You will also be creating business cases and presentation materials, and presenting this content to the leadership team to help cast the vision and strategy for DTNA’s Heavy Duty product portfolio.
This senior level role includes coaching other team members, establishing process and guidelines for the department, and acting as a resource for upper management surrounding product projects and roadmaps.
Also, you will define the strategy for current and future Heavy Duty Commercial Vehicles and technologies. This includes collaboration and alignments within Sales/Marketing, Engineering, Connectivity, Electric Mobility, Autonomous Vehicles, Daimler Truck Overseas and Daimler Truck Mexico. You will need to work autonomously to define/manage project deliverables for the Heavy Duty Platform and provide the company with information on product placement, future viable technologies, historical volumes and represent the customer in daily dialogues.

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

• Act as a resource and guide for colleagues with less experience
• Prepare presentations and present to senior leadership
• Plan, monitor, and manage internal projects from initiation through completion
• Create and maintain a product definition throughout the life of a project
• Ensure project results meet customer and dealer expectations
• Provide data analysis to support decision making and direction
• Monitor performance and provide guidance to the team
• Establish department standards, processes, and project deliverable requirements
• Align strategy and opportunities across a range of users in the organization
• Manage Product Roadmaps to guide future strategy

Knowledge You Should Bring

• BS/BA and 5-7 years of relevant experience or 8 years of relevant experience in lieu of degree
• Experience in Project Management or leading teams
• Ability to learn and deep dive technical topics and be comfortable in discussions with Engineering
• Technical aptitude and experience in the transportation field
• Knowledge of Daimler Truck North America systems and business processes
• Well organized, able or handle multiple detailed tasks and work professionally across various levels of management
• Solid communication and good networking skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel and PowerPoint
• 10% travel required
• An attached resume required

Exceptional Candidates Might Have

• Experience with customer and dealer interactions
• Ability to understand technical topics and discuss them with non-technical customers
• Deep knowledge of our Heavy Duty On-Highway products and components
• Ability to analyze and independently solve complex problems with minimal guidance and identify solutions
• Understanding of CVDS and XVERA processes
• Experience working with various DTNA databases & tools (SpecPro, EMMA, Order Explorer)
• Understanding of, and familiarity with, Tableau and Alteryx

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.

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.