Project Controller - Global Powertrain

Inside the Role

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 an annual salary of $119,038.

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

Daimler Truck North America LLC seeks a Project Controller - Global Powertrain based out of our office at 4555 N Channel Avenue, Portland, OR 97217. Note, this is a hybrid position whereby the employee will work both from home and from the aforementioned office address. Hence, the employee must live within a reasonable commuting distance of the aforementioned office address. Job Duties: Consolidate and analyze the financial feasibility of projects as well as establish and maintain targets for key project metrics (e.g. DCVA and Payback). Track project targets as projects moves through the project life cycle from concept phase to start of production. Prepare presentations of project financials and management briefings for Product Committee(s) [PSC, PC and DTAG BOM]. Establish project budget targets with engineering project management, track project budget and report on target deviations. Support the creation and documentation of approvals for expenditures (AFEs) for project funding. Create internal orders and approve purchase requisitions for project related spending. Work with asset management on proper capitalization for project related assets. Set cost targets on a part level and track them throughout the project life cycle. Provide cost guidance for engineering and purchasing in the design and procurement processes. Ensure that project reporting adheres to Daimler Truck guidelines. Participate in methods discussions to insure continues improvement of controlling processes. Work on continuous improvement initiatives - dashboards, databases, workflows to automate data collection, analysis and reporting. Conduct ad hoc business case analysis to provide recommendations and guidance on a wide range business decisions. Collaborate with Global Controlling groups. Participate in alignment calls, workshops etc. on global programs.

Knowledge You Should Bring

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Economics, Finance, or Accounting.
• 5 years of experience in Controlling, Project management, or as a Finance analyst.
• Experience must include experience with: commercial vehicle development process; business case concept and calculation model, financial modeling experience and cost/funding target tracking; working in a global team and preparing management presentations; funding/cost/production systems for accounting, controlling, purchasing, engineering and/or manufacturing; capitalization, product costing and expenditures; developing data analytics solutions, e.g. dashboards, databases, workflows; MS excel (VLOOKUP, Macros, VBA); and data analytics tools (e.g. Power BI, Tableau, Alteryx), Business case calculation tools (e.g. SPEAR).

#LI-DNI

This position is not open to relocation.

Where We Work

This position is open to applicants who can work in (or relocate to) the following location(s)-

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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/Minorities/Females/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.