Executive Communications and Operations Lead

Inside the Role

Inside the Role
The Senior Vice President Product Engineering Software & Electronics Back Office is seeking an Executive Operations and Communications Lead. The role leads strategic communication initiatives, supports the day to day operations of the organization, and acts as a trusted partner and confidant within the SVP back office. The position requires high organizational awareness and the ability to anticipate issues, exercise sound judgment, and operate independently in a fast paced environment. The role supports the strategic direction of TT/S by engaging in discussions, facilitating alignment, and driving change across a complex heavy duty truck product engineering environment, with particular exposure to software and electronics topics. A key responsibility of this role is the continuous improvement of back office processes, leveraging AI and digital tools to increase efficiency, transparency, and reliability of executive support. The successful candidate must be able to communicate effectively with executive audiences and adapt messaging to different stakeholder groups.

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 $104,000 - $133,000 USD 

Pay offered dependent on knowledge, skills, and experience​. Benefits include annual bonus program; 401k company contribution with company match up to 6% as well as non-elective company contribution of 3 - 7% depending on age; starting at 4 weeks paid vacation; 13+ calendar holidays; 8 weeks paid parental leave; employee assistance program; comprehensive healthcare plans and wellness programs; onsite fitness (at some locations); tuition assistance and volunteer paid time off; short-term and long-term disability plans. 

What You Drive at DTNA

• Lead strategic and tactical communication initiatives across the global TT/S organization (e.g. News Flashes, Decoded, NICE), including definition of communication strategy, target setting, planning, and execution

• Represent the center in communication committees and cross‑functional initiatives within the global Truck Technology (TT) organization

• Implement and maintain center‑wide digital processes to support planning, tracking, reporting, and prioritization of tasks across the global organization

• Drive AI‑driven continuous improvement of back‑office processes to increase efficiency, transparency, and effectiveness of executive support

• Organize and facilitate workshops and events (e.g. strategy workshops, town halls, project‑specific workshops)

• Drive operational readiness for leadership meetings and offsites, ensuring high‑quality preparation, execution, and follow‑up

• Manage the SVP cost center, including planning, tracking, and reporting

• Conduct data analysis and information gathering to support fact‑based decision‑making and leadership alignment

• Prepare executive correspondence, presentations, and leadership materials

• Establish and strengthen cross‑functional networks and collaboration across Daimler Truck

 

Knowledge You Should Bring

• Minimum Bachelor’s  degree in Digital Business, Management & Technology or related field from an accredited college/university.

• Minimum 5 years of relevant professional experience in executive operations and communications, technical project leadership, project management, or similar roles

• Experience working in or closely with a product engineering organization focusing on software and electronics‑related topics within the heavy‑duty trucking or automotive industry

• Exceptional communication skills are required

• Fast, self-driven learning of new and various topics is required

• Proven track record in process improvement or continuous improvement, ideally leveraging digital or AI‑supported tools

• Strong analytical skills and data driven thinking is required

• Project management experience is required

• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality is required

• Proficiency in preparing Executive presentations, that are clear, visual and tailored to the respective audience

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel is required

• Some travel will be required in this position

• Some flexibility with schedule is required, e.g. early calls with Germany and India

Exceptional Candidates Might Have

• Experience supporting senior leadership and coordinating complex, cross‑functional topics

• Experience as group leader, supervisor or project lead is preferred

• Familiarity with Engineering processes and organization is preferred

• Proficiency in data analytics tools is preferred

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

• Visa sponsorship will only be open to current Daimler Truck North America employees working under an existing U.S. Daimler Truck North America Visa

• All other 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.