Inside the Role
The Procurement and Supply New Product Projects (NPP) team is responsible for coordinating and executing new product projects into DTNA’s truck manufacturing plants and supply chain network.
This role is responsible for understanding technical changes and new product offerings driven by DTNA Engineering and Product Strategy and translating them into aligned sourcing strategies through the established Sourcing Road Map process. Acting as a NPP project manager within Procurement and Supply, the role drives cross functional alignment and ensures launch activities are clearly defined, communicated, and executed in coordination with Engineering, Operations, Procurement, and the supply base.
The position drives visibility and accountability for new part demand, project milestones, and cost targets, while coordinating production tooling readiness and quality process alignment. Through disciplined project execution and stakeholder engagement, the role enables successful new product launches and helps deliver best in class cost and quality outcomes for DTNA customers.
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 $86,000 - $110,000 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
This role drives procurement‑led execution and cross‑functional alignment for new product projects, ensuring supplier readiness, launch timing, cost targets, and quality expectations are achieved.
Lead procurement and supply execution for assigned new product projects, from sourcing alignment through product launch.
Translate engineering and product strategy changes into executable sourcing and supply chain actions aligned to the Sourcing Road Map.
Develop and manage end‑to‑end project implementation plans in accordance with the CVDS / Lighthouse process.
Drive cross‑functional alignment and governance across Engineering, Operations, Procurement, Quality, and the supply base to ensure launch readiness.
Establish and maintain visibility to new part demand, project milestones, cost targets, and launch risks; proactively drive issue resolution and escalation as needed.
Ensure supplier and supply chain readiness, including tooling maturity, capacity, timing, and on‑time part availability.
Prepare clear, data‑driven project status and launch readiness materials to support steering reviews with Procurement and Supply leadership.
Analyze launch performance, supplier issues, and schedule impacts; lead root‑cause analysis and drive corrective actions to support continuous improvement.
Coordinate implementation timing considering tooling, material availability, obsolescence, service, and quality requirements.
Review and interpret engineering documentation to ensure accurate implementation of design changes into the supply chain and manufacturing environment.
Knowledge You Should Bring
Bachelors degree with focus in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or Manufacturing Engineering
1-2 year Project Management Experience in supply chain or manufacturing environment
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite ( Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
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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
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This position is not open for Visa sponsorship or to existing Visa holders
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Applicants must be legally authorized to work permanently in the country the position is located in at the time of application
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Final candidate must successfully complete a criminal background check
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Final candidate may be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen
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Contractors, professional services, or other contingent workers should confirm with their local agency if they are eligible to apply for FTE positions
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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.
