Global Supply Chain Strategy Project Lead

Daimler Truck • Portland, OR

23h • Hybrid

About The Position

Inside the Role The Global Supply Chain Strategy Project Lead supports the execution of global Supplier Management (GSM) governance and transformation initiatives across Daimler Truck AG operating units. The role translates GSM strategic priorities into structured, cross-regional project plans and helps ensure initiatives are executed in a coordinated and transparent manner. The position contributes to global projects that strengthen alignment in procurement and supply chain processes, enhance supplier management capabilities, and support digital initiatives that improve visibility into supplier performance. Working closely with stakeholders across regions and functions, the role tracks progress, monitors risks and issues, and prepares updates for GSM governance forums and leadership reviews. Success in this position requires strong project management fundamentals, the ability to coordinate work across global teams, and a disciplined approach to risk management, communication, and execution.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or a related discipline AND 7+ years of experience leading complex, cross-functional project or program initiatives
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification, or willingness to obtain certification within 12 months
• Experience working on global or multi-regional initiatives
• Strong capabilities in risk management, structured problem solving, and change management
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare and present clear updates to leadership and governance forums
• Global Engagement Requirements
• Up to 10% domestic and international travel
• Flexibility in working hours to support global time zones, including occasional early morning or late evening meetings
• Work schedules coordinated collaboratively to balance global business needs and individual sustainability

Nice To Haves

• Experience in automotive, manufacturing, or global supply chain environments
• Experience applying Continuous Improvement and structured problem-solving approaches (Lean, Six Sigma, DMAIC, Kaizen, PDCA)
• Experience supporting governance structures, transformation initiatives, or operating model implementation
• Experience working within a matrixed, global organization
• Familiarity with supplier performance frameworks and supply chain performance metrics used to track operational performance
• Experience working with analytics tools, visualization platforms, or digital performance systems
• Master’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or a related field

Responsibilities

• Global Program & Project Execution
• Risk, Issue & Change Management
• Governance & Executive Reporting
• Cross-Functional & Global Collaboration
• Digital & Data Enablement

Benefits

• Our employees enjoy lucrative benefits, competitive salaries and the opportunity to work in jobs across many functions—mechanical engineering and electrical engineering, accounting, sales & marketing, IT and more—both within our company and in our offices around the world.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level