Product Strategy & Planning Manager at Daimler Truck North America

Inside the RoleThe Product Strategy & Planning Manager is responsible for the Product lifecycle roadmap and overall strategy from the inception to implementation, coordinating different discipline teams and stakeholders through quality gates approval. The position needs to monitor and assure specs, cost, time, quality, and profitability targets are properly met and the lifecycle is designed to keep competitiveness and legal compliance.The position also manages all the aspects of the products powertrain, electronic architecture and technology features, including the preparation for the Quality Gates approvals. Additional AOR includes Powertrain Roadmap alignment, including engines and transmissions, establishing consistency across all products.The work includes the current, its future generations and all its key components as electronic architecture, new tech features - including Safety/ADAS/HMI/Telematics.Posting InformationWe 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 TeamPosition offers a starting salary range of$104,000 - $133,000 USDPay offered dependent on knowledge, skills, andexperienceBenefits include annual bonus program; 401kcompany contribution with company match up to6% as well as non-elective company contribution of3 - 7% depending on age;starting at 4 weeks paidvacation; 13+ calendar holidays; 8 weeks paidparental leave; employee assistance program;comprehensive healthcare plans and wellnessprograms; onsite fitness (at some locations); tuitionassistance and volunteer paid time off; short-termand long-term disability plans.What You Drive at DTNAPlans, monitors, and managing product planning from initiation through quality gates process.Work with market data, surveys and analysis to determine customer priorities and key selling points.Establish product performance targets based on VOC, competitors' assessment and future market trends.Aligns strategy and plans within DTSV and with DTNA partners for consistency and clarity.Ensures project results meet requirements regarding technical quality, reliability, schedule, and cost.Monitors performance and recommend schedule changes, cost adjustments or resource additions.Identifies market opportunities and associate new product strategies.Supports related strategic activities such as Long Term Volumes, pricing positioning and specs.Work with all manufacturing facilities and departments, and interfacing departments for the purpose of analyzing existing structures, methods, systems, and workflows with the objective of streamlining and cost improvement.Develops new product value propositions and targeted feature sets.Prepares complexity optimization proposals for the chassis/body options.Knowledge You Should BringMinimum 5 years of relevant experience in Product Strategy or Product ManagementBachelor's degree in Marketing, Engineering, Business Administration or related fieldProven track record of leading cross-functional teams to execute product development implementationStrategic thinking and problem-solving skills to operate with minimal guidanceBusiness acumen to ensure proper decisions aligned with the company goasCustomer and user centric focus aligned with market trendsStrong ability to lead and influence in a matrix cross functional organization by collaborating with key stakeholders in sales, engineering, finance and operationsGood written and verbal communication skills.Ability to work independently with initiative and resilienceResults and detailed orientedExceptional Candidates Might HaveMBAAutomotive experienceGood technical/mechanical understanding of chassis, engines, bus and RVs systemsExperience in Marketing #LI-TN1 #LI-OnsiteWhere We Work This position is open to applicants who can work in (or relocate to) the following location(s)-Gaffney, SC US, High Point, NC US. Relocation assistance is not available for this position.Schedule Type:OnsiteAt 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 InformationThis position is not open for Visa sponsorship or to existing Visa holdersApplicants must be legally authorized to work permanently in the country the position is located in at the time of applicationFinal candidate must successfully complete a criminal background checkFinal candidate may be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screenContractors, professional services, or other contingent workers should confirm with their local agency if they are eligible to apply for FTE positionsEEO - Disabled/VeteransDaimler 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.