Supply Chain Planning Analyst II

Inside the Role

This role is responsible for analyzing and processing engineering change releases to support production implementations for all Detroit products. Coordinating and leading activity to ensure documentation accuracy, Bill of Material Structure, and effectively resolve discrepancies through root cause analysis with a high level of technical knowledge. This role is also responsible to lead, plan, and coordinate component readiness and launch activities to safeguard implementation of new product and ensure successful start of production. Manage new product bill of material. Ensure part availability for pre-series tryouts through production launch. Focus on digitalization for creation and maintenance of detailed PowerBI tools to support department strategy and goals.

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

Position offers a starting salary range of $78,000 – $100,000 USD

What You Drive at DTNA

• Compiles and maintains technical documentation such as blueprints, drawings, change orders and specifications
• Examines documents to verify completeness and accuracy of data and resolves discrepancies with document originators
• Maintains computerized document control records management system and/or hardcopy documents to ensure compliance with all applicable and required standards, including GMP (good manufacturing practice) and QSR (quality system regulation) requirements
• Develops and maintains procedures and standards for maintaining documents and change control of documents, including document development, approval, production, distribution and amendment
• Plans and directs document and content management life cycles and may work with either structured or unstructured metadata
• Develops and maintains detailed PowerBI reports and tools to support department digitalization strategy and goals
• Document and maintain accurate production bill of material
• Ensure accurate production build book and part consumption
• Initiate D-sample procurement process including initiating RFQs, spot buys, and delivery tracking
• Ensure component parts availability in support of pre-series events
• Organize and maintain warehouse management for launch relevant parts including regular cycle counts
• Facilitate series handover process
• Facilitate loading of forecast for new products
• Support global launch activities including spot buy and shipment of material to partner plants within Daimler Truck AG organization

Knowledge You Should Bring

• Bachelor’s Degree with 2-4 years of relevant experience or 6 years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree.
• High level of oral and written communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office – Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, & PowerBI
• Analytical and problem-solving ability
• High level knowledge of engineering bill of material setup and structure

Exceptional Candidates Might Have

• Project Management experience
• Proficiency in PTSI, or TruckBoM
• Knowledge and understanding of bill of material structure

Where We Work

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

Detroit, MI 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.