Inside the Role

Daimler Truck North America is seeking an experienced and talented Procurement Lead and Commodity Manager for Semiconductor and Mechatronics components to join our team in Portland, Oregon. The main function of this role is to increase company margins by negotiating and driving down the costs of sourced products as an individual contributor. This involves a thorough understanding of what makes up the specific commodities and how the components impact overall costs. Also, the commodity manager must be the main point of contact for all supply chain-related issues within their commodities and supply base. Commodity management is responsible for supplier selection, supplier qualification, and negotiating to ensure contract terms are favorable to DTNA. The commodity manager is also responsible to develop and regularly adjust commodity specific strategy.

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 $104,000.00 - $133,000.00 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 

• Independently responsible for strategic suppliers

• Lead the component and supplier selection process for new products.

• Establish business models, maintain contractual requirements and foster relationships with critical suppliers.

• Develop and execute negotiation strategies.

• Develop and update the commodity strategy.

• Update and inform management and purchasing teams on strategy, trends and risks and collaboratively and cross-functionally develop action items and implementation plans.

• Develop updates of critical semiconductors, chips and defined mechatronics commodities and the associated market conditions, industry trends, processes, suppliers, cost drivers, etc. for definition and documentation of commodity and sourcing strategy and establishment of performance goals.

• Provide strategic leadership and management of suppliers to achieve best in class performance for the following key strategic initiatives:

  • Price/Cost - Assure best cost structure and define cost reduction initiatives and metrics for all phases of the business: design, production, and aftermarket.
  • Quality - Drive implementation of established supplier quality-related initiatives that include initial quality and long term goals for the supplier.
  • Agility & Flexibility - Implement supplier managed programs and other functional and company-wide process improvements to assure material availability and manage inventory levels.
  • Technology Leadership – In conjunction with Engineering select and develop suppliers that provide technology leadership.
  • Supply security – establish action plans and strategy to ensure long term supply safety and set measures in place for potential supply risk situations.

Knowledge You Should Bring 

• BS/BS level degree in Business, Engineering, Materials Science, Logistics, or related technical discipline, and prefer 5-7 years of relevant experience

• Demonstrated experience in contract negotiations and supplier selection/management

• Experience in purchase of technical commodities and implementation of best practices

• Direct experience in Purchasing and Supply

• Previous work experience in commodity management for both build to print (BTP) and OEM commodities, procurement, contracting, materials management, logistics, manufacturing, quality, account management

• Strong organizational and planning skills and the demonstrated ability to lead and manage projects

• Ability to prioritize and allocate resources to align with department and company goals

• Proven track record to deliver results and achieve goals

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to create strong working relationships

• Ability to act as an advisor to management and key stakeholders (internal/external) on broad ranging projects.

• Proficient with Microsoft Office

• Fluent in English both written and verbal

• Must be flexible to work extended hours to support the requirements of the business

• An attached resume is required

Exceptional Candidates Might Have

• Daimler Truck experience

• Experience in the trucking/automotive industries

• Experience in the semiconductor industry

• Experience in the field of Mechatronics

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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

• 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.