Inside the Role

When you join Daimler, you become an agent of change within our global community of people working to create a cleaner, safer, and more efficient world for today and tomorrow. Through innovation at all levels, our teams ensure our world-changing brands continue to increase the quality of life and the business success of our customers, their customers, and the world around them. The Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) brand portfolio is second to none, and includes Freightliner Trucks, Western Star Trucks, Detroit engines and components, Thomas Built Buses and Freightliner Custom Chassis. We are the undisputed leader in the commercial vehicle market and the industry’s technology trendsetter. Empowered by purpose, DTNA employees drive a Technology Revolution through innovative products and a customer-centric culture. Our dedication to our customers and society does not end once our products hit the road. That’s because we believe that business success and social responsibility go hand in hand. We immerse ourselves in our customer’s experience, and support the environmental responsibilities of our sites to ensure our products are the reliable, sustainable and the desired tools of the future.

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:

The SVP of On-Highway Sales and Marketing is recruiting for their OpCom Support Manager. The role of the On-Highway Sales & Marketing Support Manager is to act as chief of staff and assist with the day to day operation of the department.

• Provide support to Senior VP On-Highway Sales and Marketing in the operation of the department.

• Organize and prioritize critical issues and required information for the Senior VP On-Highway Sales and Marketing and the executive leadership team to facilitate effective decision making.

• Lead, organize, and support Sales & Marketing events, including but not limited to dealer and customer events, industry events, leadership meetings, town halls and media events.

• Coordinate and/or prepare strategic messaging including presentations and written communication.

• Prepare, maintain, and assist in the follow-up of action items assigned by SVP On-Highway Sales and Marketing to Direct Report team and other cross-functional interfaces.

• Manage and lead preparation for Senior VP’s meetings including staff/operational meetings, leadership meetings, and dealer & customer meetings.

• Coordinate required documentation and follow-up to ensure timely completion of all activities related to compliance, antitrust, and corporate audit actions.

• Work closely with the OpCom Support Manager team to prepare for upcoming OpCom meetings including presentation preparation, topic pipeline alignment, and strategic prioritization.

• Lead special projects and participate in DTNA-wide initiatives, as assigned.

• Coordinate and Support event and project management with SVP of Sales' office including the Executive Assistant and the Events Management Specialist.

• Communicate key business information to the Sales & Marketing leadership team.

• Contact dealers and customers for coordination activities and/or follow-up on business topics/questions.

Knowledge You Should Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university/college and 8 years of related experience is required.

• Demonstrated ability to create and drive strategies, work independently, and simultaneously manage multiple, changing priorities.

• Strong business acumen in order to understand, prioritize, and act on the many requests received.

• Demonstrated ability to collaborate and influence situations where no formal authority exists.

• Proven ability to organize highly complex topics - Excellent organizational skills and written and oral communication skills (different languages, cultures, functions).

• Ability to handle confidential and potentially sensitive information.

• An attached resume is required.

Exceptional Candidates Might Have:

• Experience in On-Hwy or Vocational Sales as well as cross-functional experience in Engineering, Aftermarket, Logistics, or Operations.

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 for this position is available when the selected candidate meets eligibility criteria.

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.